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Travel with teens is an indispensable tool for building self-esteem. It prepares them for greater independence, gives them much needed perspective, and helps them see just how big the world is. Below find out why travel is crucial to the development of happy, self-confident young adults. Factors that Influence Low Self-Esteem According to a survey […]

May 1, 2018

Building Self-Esteem: Travel with Teens

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Quilombos are historic Brazilian communities. Constructed by runaway slaves and natives, they boast a vibrant cultural heritage. A must-see on your next Brazilian adventure, you and your family can explore: traditional food artisanal crafts folk dance local martial arts quilombo music You’ll learn about a people determined to live free… Despite the odds. How quilombos […]

April 26, 2018

Brazilian Adventure: Visiting a Quilombo

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One of the best things about family trips? The memories you collect and the moments you capture with vacation pictures. One of the worst things about taking these pictures? Experiencing your trip behind the lens of a camera. How do you ensure that you come away with beautiful photos yet still enjoy your adventure? Read […]

April 21, 2018

4 Tips for Taking Better Family Vacation Pictures

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Okay, you’ve managed to survive road trips with little ones. So, flying with babies and kids should be a breeze, right? Not necessarily. Road trips and plane travel each come with unique considerations and needs. That said, if you’ve booked your flights and lodging, packed your bags, and read a thousand websites about the places […]

April 17, 2018

7 Tips for Stress-Free Flying with Kids

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Did you know that for every $100 spent by tourists in developing countries, only $5 remains in the local economy? Fortunately, we’re changing that model. How? With transformative family adventures! Read on to find out how we’re making the world a better place one family adventure at a time… Transformative Family Adventures When you book […]

April 10, 2018

Family Adventures that Change the World

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The results are in… Family vacations are more than fun. They’re critically important to the formation of lifelong bonds and raising resilient kids who think outside of the box. What’s more, family vacations stimulate brain development. And the memories made on trips become “happiness anchors” to help kids get through trying times later. Read on […]

April 4, 2018

Family Vacations Build Stronger Kids

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Definition of “Culture” from Dictionary.com: “The sum total of ways of living built up by a group of human beings and transmitted from one generation to another.” What’s the good, bad, and ugly of your home culture? No matter where you’re from, you’ve lived and breathed that particular way of living for a good bit […]

March 20, 2017

How Travel Can Release Our Kids from the Confines of Our Own Culture

Raising globally minded children through family travel

With Spring Break and summer vacation right around the corner, many families are planning for an unforgettable family holiday. If you are looking for the perfect family getaway in 2017, why not choose a vacation that will impact not only your family but also benefit others. Conscious traveling with a family has never been easier or […]

March 6, 2017

Have You Planned Your 2017 Family Vacation? Here Are Our Top 5 Destination Choices.

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