Below are some of Global Family Travels Upcoming trips!
October, 2020
Ecuador Chocolate Expedition
In the Spring of 2021, join us with Chocolopolis for a culturally immersive experience in Ecuador, a fascinating country with stunning landscapes and vibrant cultures. You will learn first-hand from Ecuador’s cacao farmers and chocolate makers while enjoying outdoor adventures in the Andean Cloud Forest and exploring Colonial Quito.
Set your intentions, and travel with HEART on Global Family Travels' 8-Limbs of Yoga retreat to North India in the Spring of 2021 with a focus on a path to self-awareness and purpose. Through Global Family Travels' three pillars of Learn, Serve & Immerse, you will learn about the origins of yoga in India and the 8-fold path, gain wisdom from spiritual practitioners from all walks of life in India, including from Buddhist monks, nuns and Hindu Gurus and yogis, and share daily with your fellow travelers what you are learning along the journey.
You will also immerse in rural community of Dehradun and the Ladakhi Buddhist culture by purposefully engaging with the local people to learn about their culture, and provide acts of service to support several non-profits supporting quality education as we travel.
Spring, 2021
Spring, 2021
On this 9-day trip to Peru, you will learn about the ancient history of the Sacred Valley and be welcomed by the diverse Peruvian people who take pride in offering incredible services and experiences to visitors that include traditional foods, celebrations and festivals. You will also have the opportunity to support the work of some of non-profit partners, Manos Unidas and Awamaki, and engage with the communities they serve
Ecuador Photo Tour
Experience Ecuador’s mainland with Global Family Travels and photographer Lisa Merrill, featuring stunning landscapes, fascinating wildlife and vibrant cultures. Photo opportunities abound, Lisa will help you create images you’ll treasure and share. We’ll explore beautiful historic cities and haciendas, stay at a farm-house and engage with the community on a local project, and enjoy outdoor adventures in the Andean Cloud Forest.
Summer, 2021
Summer, 2021
On this Global Family Travels tour, you will be immersed in the splendor and diversity that is South Africa from cities, and townships, to safari! Learn about the amazing history, culture and ancient tribal customs of South Africa’s people while visiting the cosmopolitan cities of Cape Town and Johannesburg and rural communities that surround Kruger National Park.
Bali: A Global Classrooom Adventure
Join us in Bali in 2021 with the Seattle World Affairs Council's Global Classroom program to first hand from Balinese non-profit organizations involved with critical global issues , With a focus on some key UNDGs, this trip offers opportunities for global citizens to learn about the negative effects of plastics on Life Below Water and the island's looming water crisis, as well as to explore the is;and's magical culture and beauty.
April or Summer, 2021
September, 2021
Explore the rich cultural heritage and beauty of Ladakh, India while learning photography and visual storytelling skills from Merrill Images. In partnership with the Ladakh Arts & Media Organization (LAMO), we will also help showcase the vital work of Ladakhi non-profits that are preserving cultural heritage and fostering sustainable development
February, 2021
Join us on a journey to India filled information and interaction with the Kiran Anjali Project (KAP)! Our trip takes you to the Nizam state of Hyderabad in the south of India, where we will visit the educational projects for girls and see some of the heritage sights. We will end in Delhi and Agra taking in sights and sounds, and witnessing the monument of love – The Taj Mahal!
Bali:
Learn, Serve, Immerse
Join us on our 11-day trip to Learn, Serve and Immerse on the magical island of Bali! By engaging with the locals and Non-profit organizations addressing some of Bali’s biggest challenges, like quality education and clean water and sanitation, you will get a deep sense of the culture and daily life in Bali. Learning local arts at the banjar, visiting sacred temples and palaces, seeing a traditional shadow puppet performance will also give you a truly unforgettable immersive experience. Group departure in October or inquire with us about custom dates for small groups during fall of 2020, or 2021.