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Iceland: Two days in Mývatn and Krafla, Iceland

Day Five of our Ring Road Trip around Iceland found our family of four arriving early afternoon at Mývatn Lake, probably one of the most geologically... Read More
Take a Walk with Me Through Petra: One of Jordan’s Most Magical Places

Have you ever had one of those travel experiences that was so magical it was almost spiritual? That is how I felt when I discovered... Read More
Unforgettable Hikes along the Tour de Mont Blanc: Hike from Col des Montets to Lac Blanc

Sometimes in life, the best comes last. Serendipitously, this proved true with our very last hike on our intergenerational do it ourselves Tour de Mont... Read More
Two Days in Courmayeur

Tucked within two valleys, the Val Ferret and Val Veny on the southeastern side of Mont Blanc in the Aosta Valley of Italy lies the... Read More
How Ecotourism is Helping Protect Endangered Howler Monkeys in Belize

The Yucatan Black Howler Monkey is the largest monkey in the Americas, and found only in a small section of Central America. Originally called baboons... Read More
Meet Six Companies That Are Empowering Women Through Travel

March 8th is International Women’s Day, a day celebrated around the world in honor of the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. It's roots began... Read More
Self-Guided Walking Tour of Prague: A Complete 2-3 Day Itinerary

While Paris has always been my first love, little did I know that I'd also fall madly in love with the old world charm and... Read More
The Best Hikes in Tucson’s Sabino Canyon

There is no better way to connect with the raw beauty of nature than by doing a good hike. I grew up hiking and for... Read More
First Time Guide to Climbing Kilimanjaro

Have you ever had a dream for so long that it never stopped bugging you until you decided to just do it? For me, it... Read More
A Street Art Lover’s Guide to Valparaiso

"Not until we are lost do we begin to understand ourselves". - Henry David Thoreau Valparaiso is an art lover’s paradise. Known as one of... Read More

June 27, 2022June 27, 2022

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A Day Trip From Florence Exploring all Five Villages in Cinque Terre

Perched high atop the steep, rocky coastline of the Ligurian Sea lie the Cinque Terre, five breathtaking colorful Italian fishing villages dating back to the 11th Century. Established as a national park and UNESCO World Heritage site in 1999, the Cinque Terre National Park may be the smallest park in Italy but is perhaps the most... Read More

May 22, 2022May 22, 2022

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Best Day Hikes in Crater Lake National Park

Want to explore Crater Lake on foot and discover the top two hikes that cannot be missed? Look no further, I’ve got it covered. Check out my recommendations on the two best hikes in Crater Lake National Park and a few other stops along the way. You won’t be disappointed!.

April 17, 2022

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A Stay at the Magical Panacam Lodge in Honduras’ Cerro Azul Meámber National Park

Nestled high up within the lush, carpeted mountains of Western Honduras lies the Cerro Azul Meámbar National Park. Created in 1987 to protect the spectacular, diverse flora and fauna of the park alongside the social and economic needs of the rural communities surrounding it, the relatively unknown Cerro Azul Meámbar National Park is perhaps one of Central America’s best kept secrets. A couple of days stay at the park and the stunning Panacam Lodge is bound to evoke the senses and bring a taste of beauty, adventure and peace into one’s soul.

March 22, 2022March 28, 2022

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World Water Day 2022: Making the invisible visible while on the ground in Western Honduras

Just two weeks ago, I joined our US-based team on a visit to Honduras, and for a few of us, it was our very first time on the ground seeing our work bringing safe drinking water to Central America. We watched a water chlorinator being installed in an extremely remote community called La Cañada, located high up in the mountains in Gracias, Honduras.

April 2, 2022May 12, 2022

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Introducing Four Impactful Trips for Women

Global Family Travels is a leader in curating sustainable, impactful adventures all around the world. Global Family Travels sees community tourism as an opportunity to support women and girls around the world. With their “Learn, Serve, Immerse” message in mind and heart, they have created four impactful trips for women. These wellness retreats and heartfelt journeys to Bali, Greater Seattle, Rwanda and Peru, all share the goal of helping women reconnect to their Divine selves and the world around them while supporting key United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

March 3, 2020March 8, 2020

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How Your Travel Choices Can Empower Women Around the World

One of my favorite days of the year is International Women's Day which is held on March 8th. International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women.... Read More

January 22, 2020March 26, 2022

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Global Family Travels: Life-Changing Travel Experiences for the Entire Family

Global Family Travels’ mission is to “Learn, Serve and Immerse,” to foster cross-cultural understanding and global citizens. In partnership with community-based partners, schools and non-profit organizations, we offer family-friendly, sustainable travel experiences in support of some key  United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs). In partnership with community-based tour operators and local non-profit organizations, Global Family Travels creates and offers service-learning tours for families which include a unique mix of cultural and educational activities, homestays and participation in local service projects aimed at improving the lives of people in the communities we visit.

October 30, 2019July 23, 2021

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The Best Sustainable Travel and Adventure Companies

Grab a cup of coffee or tea! This post is going to be a long one but I’m hoping it will be greatly appreciated. You may want to bookmark it for later as I’m certain that this constantly evolving list of the best sustainable and travel adventure companies in the industry will be an invaluable resource for future trip planning! Enjoy!

March 22, 2022March 28, 2022

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World Water Day 2022: Making the invisible visible while on the ground in Western Honduras

August 29, 2021May 17, 2022

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A Hike up to Iceland’s Newest Volcano: Fagradalsfjall

A highlight of any trip to Iceland is a hike up the Geldingadalur Valley to see the the Fagradalsfjall Volcano. One of the most accessible active volcanos in Iceland, a visit to the Fagradalsfjall Volcano is an unforgettable experience.

April 20, 2021June 9, 2021

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Minneapolis: As the world watches, we wait

It is hard to believe that it has almost been a year since that fateful late spring day in May on the corner of Cup Foods, roughly three miles away from my house. For the... Read More

November 11, 2020

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When COVID hits your home

It started as a cough. At first, we thought nothing of it except that it was our 15-year old son's normal fall cold. He gets a bad cold every single year and it always starts... Read More