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Travel to Cuba: A Catalyst for Positive Change and Easier Than Ever

Sep 233 min read

Travel to Cuba: A Catalyst for Positive Change and Easier Than Ever

Travel to Cuba is not just a vacation—it’s an opportunity to connect with a vibrant culture and contribute to local communities.

Explore Vietnam's Top 10 Must-see Places for an Unforgettable Family Adventure

Myren Bobryk-Ozaki

Aug 198 min read

Explore Vietnam's Top 10 Must-see Places for an Unforgettable Family Adventure

With its rich cultural heritage, stunning natural landscapes, and vibrant cities, Vietnam is an ideal destination for fun family adventures!

Mother-Daughter Trip to India: 10 Ladakh Highlights & Iconic Taj Mahal Visit!

Jennifer Spatz, Global Family Travels

Jul 316 min read

Mother-Daughter Trip to India: 10 Ladakh Highlights & Iconic Taj Mahal Visit!

Highlights of a meaningful mother-daughter adventure to Ladakh, India that included culturally immersive experiences and a Taj Mahal visit!

Explore Chile: Five Captivating Reasons to Add it to Your Travel List!

Jennifer Spatz, Global Family Travels

Apr 256 min read

Explore Chile: Five Captivating Reasons to Add it to Your Travel List!

Explore Chile's breathtaking landscapes and vibrant cultures, all while emphasizing sustainably with Global Family Travels.

Empowering Women Through Travel: Tips and Trips for International Women's Day 2024

Jennifer Spatz, Global Family Travels

Mar 88 min read

Empowering Women Through Travel: Tips and Trips for International Women's Day 2024

As travelers, we have the power to make choices which support the empowerment of women and girls across the globe. Learn some tips to do so!

Discover Magical Ladakh: 10 Amazing Travel Highlights!

Jennifer Spatz, Global Family Travels

Jan 299 min read

Discover Magical Ladakh: 10 Amazing Travel Highlights!

Known as the "Land of High Passes," Ladakh, India is famous for its its stunning scenery and rich Buddhist culture.

Transformational Trips to Support the Global Goals

Jennifer Spatz

Nov 28, 20236 min read

Transformational Trips to Support the Global Goals

Global Family Travels Learn, Serve & Immerse trips support many Sustainable Development Goals and tourism for destination stewardship.

Bhutan: How Sustainability Builds Happiness

Hannah Cluroe

Nov 7, 20235 min read

Bhutan: How Sustainability Builds Happiness

Bhutan's unique approach to sustainability has contributed to the country's happiness, as measured by the Gross National Happiness index.

Bantu Languages: Connecting Culture and Travel in Africa

Jennifer Spatz, Global Family Travels

Oct 5, 20236 min read

Bantu Languages: Connecting Culture and Travel in Africa

Bantu languages are a testament to Africa's rich linguistic diversity and cultural complexity.

Indonesia: Sustainable Travel Beyond the Beaches of Bali

Jennifer Spatz, Global Family Travels

Sep 26, 20235 min read

Indonesia: Sustainable Travel Beyond the Beaches of Bali

A country made up of over 17,000 islands, 273 million people, 300,000 wildlife species, 700 languages, and 130 active volcanoes; the...

Climate Change and Travel to Support Tomorrow’s Air

Jennifer Spatz

Sep 6, 20236 min read

Climate Change and Travel to Support Tomorrow’s Air

Every day seems to bring a similar story: climate change and its devastating effects have been on full display, breaking records with no...

Jennifer Spatz

Aug 8, 20234 min read

7 Reasons to Take a Family Gap Year

Family Gap Year: 7 Reasons to take one, from exploring new cultures, adapting to new environments to strengthening family bonds.

Peru’s Sacred Valley: Regenerative Travel to Support Community and Pachamama

Jennifer Spatz

Jul 25, 20238 min read

Peru’s Sacred Valley: Regenerative Travel to Support Community and Pachamama

Regenerative travel to Peru's Sacred Valley protects the natural environment, cultural heritage and well-being of its people.

Rwanda: The Journey of Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment

Jennifer Spatz

Mar 14, 20235 min read

Rwanda: The Journey of Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment

Visit Rwanda and learn firsthand how the country has been paving the way for women’s Empowerment and Gender Equality.

A Compassionate Journey to Ladakh in Appreciation of Buddhist Nun Traditions

Jennifer Spatz

Mar 7, 20234 min read

A Compassionate Journey to Ladakh in Appreciation of Buddhist Nun Traditions

Appreciate Buddhist nun traditions on a Learn, Serve & Immerse pilgrimage to Ladakh, India in support of the Ladakh Nuns Association.

A Travel Photographer’s Love Affair with San Miguel de Allende, Mexico!

Lisa Merrill

Nov 20, 20225 min read

A Travel Photographer’s Love Affair with San Miguel de Allende, Mexico!

As a travel photographer and leader of small group photo adventures around the world, I’m fascinated by why we’re drawn to explore some...

Immerse in Ladakh, India: Top 10 Travel Highlights filled with Culture and Community Experiences

Jennifer Spatz

Aug 17, 202211 min read

Immerse in Ladakh, India: Top 10 Travel Highlights filled with Culture and Community Experiences

Ladakh, India: Top 10 Travel Highlights from a Culturally Immersive Journey to support local communities and conservation!

Rwanda: From Genocide to Healing, A Transformative Experience of Women’s Empowerment

Kelly McCoy

Jul 25, 20223 min read

Rwanda: From Genocide to Healing, A Transformative Experience of Women’s Empowerment

From genocide to healing, this transformative journey to Rwanda reveals the story of women's empowerment & global leadership.

Honoring Mother Earth Through Community Experiences and Regenerative Travel

Jennifer Spatz

Apr 22, 20225 min read

Honoring Mother Earth Through Community Experiences and Regenerative Travel

In honor of Earth Day, Global Family Travels highlights some cultural traditions featured in our Learn, Serve & Immerse community-basetrips!

Jennifer Spatz, Global Family Travels

Feb 28, 20222 min read

Street Hues: Deciphering the Code

Global Family Travels, 206 Zulu & Experience Education is proud to present 'Street Hues: Deciphering the Code', an introspective short...