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This trip was more amazing than I ever could have imagined, GIVE offers such a unique way to travel and volunteer! I was able to see so many new things and try so many different things that I would have never thought of. This trip allows you to fully immerse yourself into the culture and environment of Northern Thailand. The guides are the most genuine, funny, and kind people you will ever meet and make for a unforgettable experience. 5 stars is not enough to express how amazing this trip truly is!

I travel a lot, but this has definitely been one of the best trips I’ve been on. Starting with Liv our guide, she was a total sweetheart and made us all feel cared for and appreciated. The trips projects were also super meaningful and although it was hard work at times it was super fun and the stories and memories that you gain from it are always a treat. I got the pleasure to meet so many amazing and passionate people, It definitely makes you appreciate the land and view life in a whole new outlook.

I am so grateful for my second trip with GIVE Volunteers on the Big Island Hawai’i. The people of Hawai’i have endless stories to tell that most people will never hear (or listen to). I’ll never forget the moment after a beach cleanup with the Hawaiian Wildlife Fund, when a local told us, “You have two eyes two ears and one mouth…what that means is you should look and listen twice as much as you speak.” As he spoke, he looked over his ancestors’ land while the powerful waves of Kawa Bay crashed behind him. Our guides taught us just a few Hawaiian words, but the one that resonated with many of us throughout the trip was mana. Mana is the universal life force that moves through everything, and it is deeply powerful on this island. Mahalo nui loa to our wonderful trip guides for their open hearts, guiding us on this once-in-a-lifetime experience. And of course, I could never forget to mention the loving ohana of my fellow volunteers—these are the most wonderful, like-minded people, all dedicated to our work each and every day.

Travelling with GIVE is always a special experience for me, and this new era of VIP experiences is so exciting!! Cuba was one of a kind, the guides (John, Hannah, Silvia and Ihosvany) made it so special for us. Our itinerary was full of a perfect mix of fun adventures, sight seeing, learning about the history in Cuba, and connecting with the locals people. Amazing memories were made with incredible people, in a beautiful and unique country! I can’t wait to make more memories with GIVE on the next VIP trip!

I had a wonderful time in Cuba with GIVE on their first GIVEVIP experience! It was really great to have two GIVE guides along with two local guides to help us every step of the way. Each day was packed with a lot of different activities that pertained to Cuban culture and history. We spent most of our time in Havana, exploring all the city had to offer, but I especially loved venturing outside to the countryside, where we saw beautiful valleys, coffee and tobacco plantations, waterfalls and beaches! The food was great, the music was fun, and the people were so lovely to meet!

The most AMAZING experience. Would absolutely recommend to anyone thinking about traveling with GIVE!! Such a great program. Everything is planned for you & you get to see & do so much while making a difference! The best!

This trip absolutely changed my life for the better times a million!!!! The coordination/logistics is beautifully calculated to make the experience invaluable. This is the best way to travel if you want to learn about culture and be locally and sustainably immersed! Not to mention you'll leave having the sense of what real friendship and community FEELS like. Unlike anything I’ve experienced before, but something I’ve always dreamed of. I keep in touch (months later I’m reviewing) with all my little besties (the sweet kiddos you’ll quickly befriend) to date. Already booking for next year!

I have been on 4 trips with GIVE has changed my life in completely different ways. I have learned what it means to support humanity and aim for something greater in our world. I was taught how to appreciate differences, and that the differences between people are what make forming connections so beautiful. I was shown how I fit into the world and how to shine my light to as many people it can reach. GIVE showed me that I am here for a greater purpose than I could’ve ever imagined. It gave me a new sense humanity and passionate for what our home can be.