Volunteerism, anyone?
Have you heard of this new (or not so new) wave of travel that involves pleasure and philanthropy? We are extremely passionate about this type of travel over here at Wild Bum. Our founder, Mollie, has lead one of these trip types last March in Guatemala. And, is leading another in February 2019 to El Salvador. Her inspiration comes from her mission of adventure, well-being and living life with more meaning! And, it’s the culmination of Wildhive + Wild Bum so each travel experience involves dance, community and philanthropy!
These trips really have it all. Dance is an adventure in itself, filled with those feel good vibes. Service, of course, changes you in ways you cannot even imagine. Add in amazing humans, incredible food, rest and relaxation, some exploration and culture and THIS is one heck of a wellness trip! There is something extremely power that happens when you are not only visiting a new culture with its own ability to take you out of your comfort zone but also adding in these philanthropic experiences that are mind blowing, really. It’s a deep sense of giving, gratitude and humility.
Yes, we could relax and laugh and read and swim, but to know that we made an impactful difference during our stay is what takes this type of travel to whole new level. In Guatemala we purchased and installed water filters for clean water and stoves for safer cooking methods. We interacted with the families and their children. We communicated and connected despite not speaking the same language! And, we knew our work was long-lasting even after we had to return home. In El Salvador we renovated an entire school alongside its teachers and students. To know we built a library or improved their bathroom plumbing, and again, that the community will be positively changed long after we’ve gone is exactly what this type of travel is about. And, it changes you. For the better. Each time we returned to our hotel from our service projects, we all just felt love and had a deeper perspective on life and happiness and connection.
Stay tuned. Who knows what type of Volunteerism Wild Bum has in store!
Happy #wildbumming.
Have you heard of this new (or not so new) wave of travel that involves pleasure and philanthropy? We are extremely passionate about this type of travel over here at Wild Bum. Our founder, Mollie, has lead one of these trip types last March in Guatemala. And, is leading another in February 2019 to El…