Traveller’s Guide to Making a Difference Around the World (PDF)

If you’re looking for a more meaningful travel experience, international volunteering is the way to go. It opens doors to genuine connections with locals, the opportunity to build your skills, and a chance to make a positive contribution to the communities you visit. Whether you’re an eager gap-year student, a guilt-ridden ex-banker, a trail-hardened loner or a loved-up couple with rug rats in tow, this guide is full of insights, advice and practical information that will help you plan and implement your own volunteer project or get started with one.

A Traveller’s Guide to Making a Difference Around the World

With the global economy awash in travel opportunities, more and more travelers are eschewing the bricklike omni-guides that once filled their suitcases and instead opting for niche publications that cater to a special interest. These guides are often a bit leaner and smarter than the omni-guides, offering more depth and sophistication for a more specific audience. These guidebooks can come in the form of spinoffs from popular omni-guide series (such as Lonely Planet and Frommer’s) or independent publishers, such as Michelin Green Guides and Bradt Travel Guides. These guides are often more visually appealing than the encyclopedic-style omni-guides, with color maps and photos as well as small but informative snippets on history, culture, art, and customs. You’ll also find hotel and restaurant listings, but they tend to be more selective than the omni-guides.