40 Crazy Travel Facts
Travel can be many things: scary, profound, educational, and sometimes, life-changing. It can also be quite surprising. Accordingly, we scoured the internet and found 40 crazy travel facts. Enjoy!
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5 Reasons Organized Tours Are Perfect for Multi-Generational Family Vacations
Is your family itching to pack their suitcases and beeline to the airport? If so, you’re certainly not alone. Family travel is taking off globally and this trend is only expected to increase. According to GlobalData, family travel is expected to rise by nearly 25% to 376 million trips annually by 2022. This rapid growth … Continued
Top Family Reunion Ideas to Top All Others
The people will always make the place. For as much as world-class vacation packages can promise to entertain and impress, experienced travelers know that even the globe’s greatest destinations are really only as memorable as the family or friends you elect to bring along with you. The recipe for a truly unforgettable vacation calls not … Continued
[Infographic] Sea Turtle Nesting and Hatching Seasons in Costa Rica
Costa Rica is one of the most biodiverse countries in the world, home to fascinating wildlife such as gibbons, sloths, toucans, jaguars, and of course, sea turtles. Unfortunately, the population of Costa Rican sea turtles has declined by 90% since 1980. Sea turtles face myriad threats such as boat traffic, domestic animals, climate change, accidental catch … Continued
What Does it Mean to be a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Travelers, adventurers, and tourists alike have all heard of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. They’re usually considered gorgeous “must-visit” places, especially if you are looking to get to know a different country. But what is a UNESCO world heritage site, really? How do they earn that status, and why should they be protected? Believe it … Continued
Cuban Visas 101: Support for the Cuban People vs. People to People Travel
Visiting Cuba is an enchanting experience, and one that US citizens are now legally able to enjoy. Getting a Cuban visa is relatively quick and easy, but with evolving regulations and various ways to visit Cuba, it can be difficult to know which of the approved avenues works best for you. Luckily, we keep a … Continued
Interview from Tanzania: Discover Corps Guide Esther “Mama” Simba
Esther Simba, or “Mama Simba” as she is called in her village, is someone full of life who you don’t soon forget. With an infectious personality, she has a passion for connecting different cultures as a way of improving our world. On Discover Corps’ Tanzania: Safari & Service trip, you’re welcomed into the Chagga tribe, just … Continued
Ask the Alumni: A South Africa Trip through the Eyes of a Discover Corps Traveler
For Cathy, the South Africa: Wildlife Conservation Experience trip offered the educational aspects she was looking for while helping her cross seeing the Big 5 off her bucket list (almost – the leopards remained elusive!) with two of her girlfriends. According to Cathy, while this trip focused on wildlife, meeting with some of the children … Continued
[PRESS RELEASE] Despite Political Uncertainty, Discover Corps Launches New Cuba Trip for Families
Contact: Amanda DiSilvestro (619) 758-3030 amanda@discovercorps.com For Immediate Release: Despite Political Uncertainty, Discover Corps Launches New Cuba Trip for Families – Founder cites mission to promote cross cultural understanding amongst all generations as reason for launching new family-friendly tour to Cuba- – Free roundtrip flights to Havana now offered for a limited time to celebrate the … Continued