Have any of you heard whispers regarding a possible ConservationVIP® work project in Italy? Well it’s TRUE! I have been working to develop meaningful, hands-on work projects in Cinque Terre, our next volunteer trip destination. For me, it began with a passion for a place that I’ve been to and projects and community needs that…
There is no place like Yosemite. I first visited there in 2011. I had just finished a photography class at UCLA and decided to drive up to the famous park and test out my newly acquired skills. I entered the Valley on Highway 120 and was immediately awestruck by the golden granite cliffs and sparkling…
In 2015, CONAF – the Chilean agency managing Torres del Paine National Park – asked ConservationVIP® about a new trail which ultimately led us to become involved in a major boardwalk project. The wanted us to convert a horse trail in the park into a hiking trail. A new trail would relieve severe overcrowding on…
I have traveled to San Jose, Costa Rica many times to support a children’s home, but I wanted to see more of the country. I found ConservationVIP’s Costa Rican volunteer trip a way to “Travel with Purpose,” expand my interest, and to be a great opportunity to experience and serve those in remote communities. The…
“Traveling, it leaves you speechless and then turns you into a storyteller.” ~ Ibn Battuta This quote by Ibn Battuta is intensely the experience that I have on each trip with ConservationVIP. I wish I had enough page to tell you all of the speechless moments that I’ve had while traveling with ConservationVIP. The intense…
“Sustainable travel” has become a topic of discussion in the travel industry as awareness has increased about the environmental damage and negative social consequences caused by explosive growth in international travel. Much to their credit, many ethical travel service providers are examining their operations to reduce the negative effects of the travel they promote. Like…