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Four tangible ways to lessen your environmental impact abroad

Tourism and environmentalism are, in many ways, in direct conflict. It is no secret that global tourism has an enormous carbon footprint.

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Donor Travel, Travel Tips

Eight tips for traveling on your next philanthropic donor trip

To acknowledge how you make sense and meaning of your experiences on any philanthropic donor trip, you must carve out…

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4 Ways to Support Positive Group Dynamics on Donor Trips

By Julia Breul, Associate Director of Social Impact Journeys In our experience working on the nuts and bolts of donor…

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We Should Not Go Back to “Business as Usual”

by Meredith Hauser   When the COVID-19 pandemic has passed, we’ll all breathe a sigh of relief. We’ll begin to…

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Africa’s Big 5 Safari Animals and Where to See Them (Plus Other Iconic Species!)

If you’re considering taking your family on an African safari, but still can’t decide where to go, why not base…

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Getting Off the Beaten Path in Africa

Make the most of your safari experience by discovering what lies beyond the average tourist itinerary. This journey should be…

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The 5 Best Countries for an African Safari

Africa holds a wealth of experiences for families of any size and any age. From the iconic Serengeti in Tanzania…

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Is Brazil Good for Family Travel? – Traveling in Brazil With Kids

Brazil might have a reputation for being a tropical paradise with pulsating nightlife, but it’s also the ultimate family travel…

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Travel Etiquette: What You Need to Know Before Going on Safari

If you’re planning on going on safari for the first time, you’re bound to have plenty of questions about this…

Tanzania: A group of wildebeest cross a river, with two leaping into the water while others wait on the riverbank; a bird is perched on a rock nearby.

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Tips for Planning Around the Great Migration

The Great Migration — an iconic occurrence in the great reserves of Tanzania and Kenya — inspires many questions.

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4 Unforgettable Experiences for Your Family’s Bucket List

What defines a trip of a lifetime? Is it the destination, the adventure, or the priceless memories?

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Visa Requirements for Southern Africa

An easy guide detailing the country-specific requirements of Zambia, Malawi, Namibia, Madagascar, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Botswana, and South Africa.

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Visa Requirements for East Africa

Traveling in East Africa can be the experience of a lifetime, but organizing visas and travel documents can be daunting.

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