In today's post, we're introducing you to El Nomad Immersion Programs. Based in Ecuador, this organization invites volunteers to help with research, community development, and more.

In today's post, we'll talk about a common question posed by international volunteers--that is, why pay to volunteer abroad? If you're serving already, why the extra fee? The answer might be a bit more complicated (and less shady) than you think! To see our original post on this subject, click here!

It's time for another Weekend Roundup! We had a ton of fun this week with our blogs and Travel Buddies, so let's get started!

This week, we:

• Talked about how to extend your volunteer trip if you've found you'd like to stay longer than you planned (video)
• Announced our awesome trip to Jamaica--and we'd love to have you sign up too!
• Introduced you to our Travel Buddy of the Week, Amizade Global Service-Learning (video)
• And we gave you some tips and ideas for volunteering in Cambodia!

And that's all for today--if you'd like some more awesome updates on volunteering and travel, connect with us on Facebook and Twitter!

In today's post, we're introducing you to Amizade Global Service-Learning, an organization placing students and professionals in service-learning and volunteer projects in 13 countries worldwide.

The Volunteer Global team is visiting Jamaica July 8-13, and we'd love to have you join us!

Volunteer With Our Team!

For five days, we'll visit beautiful Kingston with our friends at Jamaica Adventure Secrets, who have set up volunteer projects to work with underprivileged children who either have been orphaned or whose parents are unable to care for them. Through this project, we can help with sports coaching, homework, and computer literacy, as well as to assist house mothers with childcare and cooking.

We'll also visit amazing sites around Kingston--for example, we'll take in the local market, theater, and nightlife scene--with optional tours to Dunn's River Falls.

Throughout the week, we'll stay in double rooms at the Smokey Manor Guest House, a beautiful, fully accommodated house with patios, a basketball court, outdoor grilling, Internet access, and more.

Costs

The total cost is $485 per person (a 30% discount!), which covers:

• Pickup and drop-off at Norman Manley International Airport
• Welcome and introduction to program
• Guidance throughout volunteer program and excursions
• Double occupancy at the Smokey Manor Guest House
• Two meals per day
• Jamaica 50th Anniversary t-shirt
• Audio book: My Secret Jamaica Exposed
• Bottle of Louisa Jerk Seasoning
• Cooking class
• Nightlife tour or threatre visit (transfers only)
• Tours and excursions as in itinerary
• Optional tours to Dunn's River Falls

It does not cover:

• Transportation to and from Jamaica, or related fees (e.g., visa application, if needed)
• Trip or health insurance
• Snacks, souvenirs, lunch, or personal expenses

Sign Up Now!

To learn more and to sign up for this trip, email jamaica@volunteerglobal.com!

To learn more about our team, click here!

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