“All you need is love. But a little chocolate now and then doesn’t hurt.” ― Charles Schulz Image from World Cocoa Foundation As one of life’s most delicious treats, nothing says “I love you” like a box of chocolates on Valentine’s Day. But the story behind chocolate has...
Who’s already planning their next trip?! I know I am. But more than ever, I am thinking about reducing my individual carbon footprint. The hard part is knowing how to do so and what is the most impactful. In this blog post, we’ll share some...
I’m a safety nut. I always hold the handrail while walking down stairs and I avoid risky activities: sky-diving, bungee jumping…I don’t even do downhill skiing! But I’ll happily travel to lots of far-flung destinations and to off-the-beaten path neighborhoods. Here are all my tips...
Interested in reading more? Click here to read Part 1. Be Prepared for Emergencies Being well prepared in case of an emergency can make all the difference in outcomes when traveling. Although it is unlikely that an emergency will occur, it is best to be ready. Like my...
Costa Rica is a vibrant country and checks all the boxes for an ideal vacation destination – bustling cities, tropical beaches, and lush nature. Luckily, for the travelers interested in volunteering for a day or two during vacation, there are plenty of opportunities in the...
Volunteers and students at a soup kitchen and enrichment program in Cancun, Mexico. When Ophelia was 18 years old, she traveled to Haiti to volunteer at an eye clinic. As a British teenager straight out of boarding school without any practical skills, her narrative fits perfectly...
It’s time to swap out the jack o’ lanterns for turkey decorations and we know what that means: holiday travel is upon us. Whether you’re going across town to grandma’s or traveling across the world, holiday travel can be stressful, chaotic, and expensive. Here are...
Most tourists to San Miguel de Allende, Mexico enjoy walking through the cobblestone streets, exploring the colonial architecture, browsing through charming boutiques and art galleries, and watching the sunset from rooftop bars. On her recent trip, our very own Give A Day Global Board Co-Chair...
During your visit to Siem Reap in Cambodia, in addition to enjoying the magical sunrise at Angkor Wat and wandering on Pub Street, how about spending an afternoon inspiring high school students? Getting off the typical tourist path is a great way to experience a...
It’s hard to imagine a time that we used to travel before technology because we depend on it so much for booking, navigation and communication. Now we are spoiled for choice with really helpful apps that we carry with us on our phone anywhere in...