While service is the purpose of a Global Volunteers program, ample time is available after the work day and on weekends is available to discover the natural, historical and cultural attractions of the host country.
Peru, a land of staggering beauty and rich history, has captured the hearts of travelers for centuries. Nestled in South America, this enchanting country is a treasure trove of diverse landscapes, from the lush Amazon rainforest to the towering peaks of the Andes Mountains. But Peru is much more than just stunning scenery; it’s a […]
Daniel Salazar, former Peru Country Manager, writes about three unusual things Peruvians do during Christmas. This is #1: Hot Chocolate & During Christmas. #1. Hot Chocolate During Christmas Another Christmas tradition in Peru is drinking hot chocolate. Hot chocolate in Peru is made from cacao melted with milk and sometimes mixed with coffee and spices. Of course, […]
Daniel Salazar, former Peru Country Manager, offers the top three traditions in Peru on Christmas. This is #2: Panettone on Christmas. #2. Peruvians love their Panettone on Christmas: For some reason, Peruvians love to eat certain foods during particular times of the year or holidays. We will talk about that later. All you need to know […]
Daniel Salazar, former Peru Country Manager, writes about “three unusual things Peruvians do to celebrate Christmas.” This is #3: Fireworks on Christmas. #3 Fireworks on Christmas: Everyone loves fireworks – except for dogs. You might have pleasant memories of fireworks on the 4th of July or on your trip to Disney. That is nice, but Peruvians take […]
Volunteers in Peru lodge in Ancón, some 25 miles north of Lima, and a short van trip up the mountain to our partner community of Ventanilla. Originally a humble fishing village, it evolved in recent decades to become a quiet Peruvian resort town away from the urban throng. But 4,000 years ago, it was a […]
It’s understandable that many individuals choose to return to volunteer in Italy two, three, four, sometimes five times. This service program offers the opportunity to teach conversational English to engaged middle school and high school students while enjoying the spell-binding Sicilian coastline and blue skies in Italy’s Trapani region. Here are just three simple reasons many of our alumni […]
After a stimulating week back in English-language classrooms in Beja, Global Volunteers’ Portugal volunteers have a variety of options for weekend and evening free time. For those who love history, architecture, culture, and great food, the options keep enthusiastic team members busy. Some like to explore the region’s natural and historical attractions after the work […]
Volunteering abroad is about serving struggling communities, but it’s also a unique way to experience a different culture and really get to know a community. Our Peru service program allows you to explore some fascinating attractions near our work site. When planning your service program with us in Lima, we urge you to consider spending […]
Known for its delicious food, beautiful coastline, sandy beaches, and crystal clear water, Sicily has it all! Here Susan Bedford, a three-time Global Volunteer, gives us some insight into the culture of this fascinating region of Italy, and Global Volunteers’ newest partner community, Castelvetrano. By Susan Bedford Sicily has everything a traveler could desire: stunning […]
This summer marks 25 years of Global Volunteers serving on the island of Crete, Greece. We will be celebrating this milestone anniversary with new and alumni volunteers on a service program beginning July 18. This is a rare and not-to-be-missed opportunity! What can you expect on this unique team? Enjoy meaningful teaching with local English […]