Why Should You Pay to Volunteer?
Want to volunteer abroad, but wondering why you have to pay to do it? In this post, we explain the reasons behind this sometimes confusing concept.
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How Volunteering Abroad Can Empower Women
Woohoo! International Women’s Day is next Sunday, March 8th. The majority of our volunteer travelers are women, and we also make every effort to hire women abroad. Case in point: our lovely cooks in the Dominican Republic, whom you got to meet a few months ago. In other words, we support women all the way! And we truly believe that … Continued
4 Signs of Impending Change in Cuba
In 1996, a Gallup poll revealed that only 10 percent of Americans had a favorable view of Cuba. Fast forward almost 20 years, and the same poll shows that 46 percent now have a positive view of the island. In addition to this change in public opinion, very concrete shifts are occurring between the two countries. Here are four … Continued
5 Peace Corps Alumni Who Have Changed the World
Next Sunday isn’t just any old day. That’s because it marks 54 years of the Peace Corps, an organization that’s particularly meaningful to us here at Discover Corps. Not only are we proudly affiliated with the National Peace Corps Association — our founder Andrew discovered his passion for travel and service as a Peace Corps volunteer. Simply put: Without … Continued
Meet Jasmine: Discover Corps Travel Specialist
We’ve had a lot of fun introducing you to the various people who make everything at Discover Corps run smoothly. First, we met our travel specialist Alex, then we met our founder Andrew, and today, we’re introducing you to the lovely Jasmine. She’s a sunny soul who is passionate about sharing the power of experiential … Continued
How to Volunteer at an Orphanage Responsibly
Volunteering at orphanages abroad has generated polarizing opinions — from a positive first person account of life as an orphan poignantly written by Wycliffe Sande — to warnings on the damage that orphanage tourism can inflict on children residing at these facilities. Sande’s essay about growing up on the streets of Uganda breaks your heart — … Continued
5 Travel Love Stories to Inspire You This Valentine’s Day
Whether you’re a fan of Valentine’s Day or not, hopefully you’re a fan of love. Here at Discover Corps, we sure are: love for new cultures and experiences, love for friends, and love for family. Because Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, we’re going to celebrate romantic love today. And because we’re always obsessed with … Continued
The True Cost of Cuba
Have you been surprised by the cost of trips to Cuba? If so, you’re not alone. While many are excited at the prospect of traveling to Cuba, many are also taken aback when they realize how expensive it really is. And often, their first question is “Why?” In this post, we’ll explore what’s happening behind-the-scenes … Continued
5 Ways to Keep Giving Back Once You Return Home
“That was the experience of a lifetime!” “I want to go back.” “It was amazing!” These are sentiments often heard when our travelers discuss their volunteer vacations. Why? Because giving back feels good — and once the volunteer bug latches on, it nudges people to view the world differently and continue helping others. The dilemma some of our travelers face is … Continued