Ambassadors for Children
Travel with A Purpose
Explore exotic countries while making a difference in the lives of children.
Contact: contact@ambassadorsforchildren.org, www.ambassadorsforchildren.org
Adventure Abroad
Adventure Tours in Small Groups Offering Authentic Adventure Experiences
We offer small group Adventure Tours with a focus on culture, nature and active travel using varied and interesting transportation. Stay in charming local accommodation, meet the locals and enjoy an authentic adventure experience. Group size is a maximum of 12 to 16 international travellers, average size is 9, making this a small, personal group that won't crowd your experience.
Contact: info@languagesabroad.com, www.adventureabroad.com
ALIORE
WorldWide Workshops
Travel differently: Worldwide workshops, courses in France and abroad: wine appreciation, cooking and gastronomy, traditional arts and crafts, local culture, music, dance. Practise activities in the country or region from which they originate.
Language and Lifestyle Workshops
Develop your oral communication skills in the language of your choice while taking part in traditional cultural activities.
Traditional Arts and Crafts in Developing Countries
For an equitable exchange and a real insight into another culture... Unforgettable week in the company of artisans and their families, in Africa, Latin America or Asia.
Contact: asso-aliore@hotmail.fr, www.aliore.org
California State University, Chico: College of Humanities and Fine Arts Travel Programs
We sponsor very reasonably priced eduacational/cultural tours for all ages.
Contact: tsaxe@csuchico.edu, www.csuchico.edu/hfa/travel
The Center for International Service Learning
International Service Learning offers a unique and exciting opportunity through humanitarian/service learning programs for pre-med, health and education students to experience hands-on clinical and field work in Central America, Mexico, Africa, and the Caribbean. Adventure travel, professional field instruction, academic credit! Financial aid available.
Contact: info@ISLonline.org, www.ISLonline.org.
Eldertreks
The world's first adventure travel company designed exclusively for people 50 and over. With 15 years of experience, they offer active, off-the-beaten-path, small-group adventures in over 50 countries. The all-inclusive land journeys focus on adventure, culture and nature. Choose a wildlife safari in Kenya, explore Mongolia by camel, hike to Patagonia's Torres del Paine, or navigate the awesome ruins of Angkor Wat. (reviewed by Alison Gardner).
Contact: www.eldertreks.com
Global Reach Institute for International Exchange
12 Day Cultural Exchange Programs
Cultural Study Programs in China, Tibet, South Africa, Israel--each program includes education, volunteering, site seeing, and adventure. These programs are meant to show you the REAL country from Village Primary Schools, to Orphanages, to Embassies. We take you on exciting excursions and personal visits where you will have an opportunity to share people to people experiences and learn about the lifestyle along with seeing the sites and enjoying the country.
Family Cultural Volunteer Programs to China, Tibet, South Africa, Israel...
Make teaching your children a lifetime memory and bonding experience that changes them forever! Through unique visits to Primary Schools, Orphanages, village medical clinics, markets, farm family homes, and the like, your children will learn about the lifestyle, culture, government, education and medical systems, as well as have many people to people moments. Build Bridges Between Nations One Person at a Time!
Contact: info@globalreachinstitute.org, www.globalreachinstitute.org
Green Tortoise Adventure Travel
Discover the natural and cultural wonders of North and Central America with the legendary Tortoise. Explore beautiful places and enjoy excellent food in the company of travelers around the world. Our unique adventure camping trips provide access to destinations, people, and experiences you would never find on your own.
Hands Up Holidays
Volunteer Vacations with Hands Up Holidays
Hands Up Holidays offers small group tours that combine sightseeing with meaningful hands-on community development work (projects include teaching English, house building, and environmental projects). Our tours average 2 weeks in length with the volunteer component comprising roughly 1/3 of the trip, with the rest of the time for exploring, learning and relaxing. For more info, please see our website or contact us.
Contact: enquiries@handsupholidays.com, www.handsupholidays.com
Imaginative Traveller
Adventure Tours
Specializes in small group adventures worldwide. Their Tour leaders have extensive independent travel and leadership experience.
For information on these positions or their tours visit www.imaginative-traveller.com.
International Cultural Adventures
The Cultural Immersion Experience: Summer and Extended programs
Live with local families! Serve communities in need! Study the language and put it to use! Learn about the culture through seminars and local exploration! A comprehensive orientation sets the stage for a deeper and more intimate cross-cultural experience. Make friends and make a contribution through these extraordinary summer immersion programs in Peru, India and Nepal.
Contact: info@ICAdventures.com, www.ICAdventures.com
OneWorld
Be More Than a Tourist-— OneWorld U.S. Alternative Travel Guide
Explore the world, not just as a tourist, but as a caring global citizen! Find out about exciting, unique travel opportunities offered by nonprofits, so you can get to know people, not just places. Check out volunteer programs, study tours, internships and more!
Contact: us@oneworld.net, us.oneworld.net/section/us/travelguide
Maris Freigher Cruises
Choice, affordability, relaxation. Find the ship and voyage that's perfect for you.
Contact: www.freightercruises.com
Skyros Holistic Vacations
We offer over 200 courses on the beautiful Greek island of Skyros and the Thai island of Ko Samet. Courses range from yoga, Tai Chi, massage, art, personal development, creative writing, and dance to drumming, voicework, drama, and bodywork. Delicious food and spectacular surroundings.
SUNY Rockland Study Abroad Programs
SUNY Rockland offers 2 CCIS programs in England during the summer: Kingston Univ. and Thames Valley Univ. A range of courses are available in the International Student Honors Session at Cambridge Univ. Students focus on History, Art History, Shakespeare. We also offer 2-week study tours taught by Rockland faculty in China-Traditional Chinese Medecine, France-Art in Paris, France in three ages, Greece, and Rome.
TravlTips: Freighters and Unusual Cruises
TRAVLTIPS Cruise and Freighter Travel Assoc. specializes in unique voyages on board freighters, expedition ships, tall and small ships, education at sea, barges, river boats and other unusual cruises, domestic and worldwide.
Contact: info@travltips.com, www.travltips.com
University of California, Davis Extension: University Research Expeditions Program (UREP)
Established in 1976, the mission of UREP is to facilitate a wide variety of domestic and international learning experiences for students and lifelong learners through a unique scientific partnership with University Of California researchers. UREP also endeavors to benefit host countries through collaborations with other universities, museums and institutions. UREP provides participants with opportunities to master new skills, make new friends and improve understanding of life on earth. UREP participants come from all walks of life: students, teachers, professionals or active seniors, and no special experience is needed.
Contact: extension.ucdavis.edu/unit/travel_and_tourism
University of Wisconsin-Madison Continuing Studies. Dept of Liberal Studies & the Arts
From four-day weekends to several weeks overseas, these trips provide an opportunity to attend world-class performances throughout Europe and North America. View the collections of the finest museums on earth; follow in the footsteps of kings, and learn about it all along the way! Our tours focus on Performing Arts, Theatre, Visual Arts, History, and/or Archaeology.
Each educational tour includes seminars or lectures to provide insights and information regarding your trip’s unique subject and destination. Our guides and lecturers are local and outstanding and may include actors, production personnel, artists and musicians who can give you a thorough and fascinating inside look at the subtleties and complexities of their field, while also giving you personal insights into their culture and way of life.
Contact: canton@dcs.wisc.edu, www.dcs.wisc.edu/lsa/travel
