Meagan’s Volunteer Experience in Ecuador
Hello, my name is Meagan, I’m 17, and as an aspiring environmental scientist I chose a quest to Ecuador that pertains to my environmental interests. I traveled out to the…
United Planet’s Lessons Are for Parents, Too
Twenty-five years ago a trek through the spectacular Cordillera Huaywash, a valley in the Peruvian Andes, changed the entire trajectory of my life. It led me to adopt three beautiful…
My Entire Experience in Ghana: Sam’s Internship
I had the privilege to embark on an amazing month-long trip volunteering in Africa with United Planet. All the words of encouragement and support I received prior to my departure…
My Most Cherished Moment: Volunteer in Peru
I spent a month volunteering in a dental clinic with United Planet. I learned so much- about myself, about Peruvian culture, about Spanish, about dentistry, and about our global community….
Things To Do in Chile: Visit Los Queñes
Todd Ericson, an ex-pat friend of Paul, our Chile Country Coordinator, co-founded Chilean Adventures in 2002 after moving to South America in 1994 to help with Junior Olympic athletes’ academic…
Serena in the Galápagos Islands: Part I
“Thank you for flying with us today, we are now beginning our descent to Guayaquil,” stated the flight attendant over the telecom. I whipped my head around to my mom,…
