Celebrating 20 Years of Giving Back
Twenty years ago, I founded Elevate Destinations with a simple belief: travel can—and should—be a force for good.
Inspiring young conservationists in India
Through Elevate Destinations’ Buy a Trip, Give a Trip initiative, your travels empower local youth in Gir National Park, inspiring the next generation of conservation leaders while supporting wildlife and cultural heritage.
A meaningful day out for the women of Eco Soap Bank
Women from Eco Soap Bank discover Angkor’s hidden temples, share stories, and celebrate empowerment through travel.
A day of firsts for Emberá Drúa kids in Panama
Through Elevate Destinations’ Buy a Trip, Give a Trip initiative, children from Panama’s Emberá Drúa community experienced a day of firsts.
Your Panama travel guide
Panama is emerging as one of Central America’s premier eco-travel destinations. Discover immersion in nature and a slower-paced, truly welcoming culture—a perfect antidote to the stresses of modern life.
Elevating our sustainability practices
Explore key insights from our 2024 Sustainability Report—see how Elevate and our partners are turning purpose into impact for people, places, and the planet.
Why do donor trips cost so much?
The answer is not straightforward because what we offer is vastly different from a typical vacation or pre-packaged tour.
Gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda
Discover the magic of gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda—get expert tips, travel insights, and inspiration for your once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
The rise of grandparents traveling with grandchildren
Learn about a popular travel trend: grandparents jetting off on adventures with their grandkids, leaving the parents behind.
Essential India travel tips: A guide for first-time travelers
Visiting India for the first time? Our guide covers essential tips, from what to pack to must-see destinations, cultural insights and more.
Educating Communities Through Sustainable Agriculture
The Sustainable Agriculture Fair in Belize promoted environmental awareness, supported local artisans, and inspired future generations to embrace sustainability through innovative agricultural techniques.
Shaping Female Leaders Through Travel
Through our Buy a Trip, Give a Trip initiative, a group of young Moroccan women discovered how travel can contribute to transforming them into confident, resilient leaders of tomorrow.
The Power of Inclusive Adventure Travel
Through our Buy a Trip, Give a Trip initiative, a group of blind and sighted travelers challenged their perceptions of adventure during an extraordinary whitewater rafting experience in Costa Rica.
