travelingteacher2010 Posted February 9, 2013 #1 Share Posted February 9, 2013 I've just read about a non profit organization that organizes volunteer opportunities in Caribbean ports for cruise ship passengers. If anyone has participated in anything like this please share your experiences. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TraelorMex Posted February 9, 2013 #2 Share Posted February 9, 2013 Cruise With Purpose® Print page shown Holland America Line is proud to introduce Cruise With Purpose®, an innovative program where select tour operators partner with local organizations to offer shore excursions designed to benefit our guests and the communities we visit. Cruise with Purpose Shore Excursions turn vacation time into an exciting give-and-take opportunity—combining traditional tour content with a chance to make a difference to society, the environment, animal welfare or economic growth. Click to enlarge The Cruise With Purpose® concept was launched in Juneau, Alaska, in the summer of 2009 with the Whales & Glaciers Citizen Science Adventure operated by Holland America Line’s long-time tour operator partner, Gastineau Guiding. Cruise With Purpose® tours are offered on select itineraries. Offerings include: Alaska Whales and Glaciers Citizen Science Adventure Alaska Sea Life Center Anchorage Highlights with Alaska Native Heritage Center Asia & Pacific Sustainable Bali (Indonesia) The Secret Village of Kampung Komodo (Slawi Bay, Indonesia) Beast of Burden; Gentle Giant (Laem Chabang, Bangkok, Thailand) Australia City Sights, Koala Sanctuary & Tree Planting Caribbean/Panama Canal Authentic Embera Native Village Viva the Kids – Bringing the Generations Together Europe The Silk Tale Tagus Estuary Wetlands; A Bird Watcher's Paradise Mexico Panoramic Acapulco and Baby Turtle Release Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freeloaders Posted May 23, 2014 #3 Share Posted May 23, 2014 If in Columbia, try checking out http://www.FriendsForColumbia.org We had a great experience with them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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