Many Boomers are still full of energy and ambition, they have great work ethics, they care about the world, and they have itchy feet. What to do with that combination? Take a "volunteer vacation," of course.Retired Boomers, finished with the daily grind of 9-5, are setting their sights on something loftier than making their month-end sales goals; many are seeking out volunteer organizations that offer a unique adventure in an exotic locale. Like Global Volunteers.
Instead of lying around soaking up the sun on some congested overly-touristed beach, Boomers are finding great reward in teaching English in China, Greece, or Romania; helping to build a church; caring for impoverished children; or planting a garden. In addition, these special volunteers get to experience, first-hand, the unique culture and lifestyle of a foreign society.
It's as easy as picking a continent, an intriguing destination. Organizations like Global provide training and tips to assist Boomer volunteers to be as ready as they can be for their new adventure.
The volunteer vacation has received attention from a number of credible sources including Arthur Frommer and Newsweek magazine.
Remember, when volunteer vacationing, it won't be just your time and talents you'll be donating--like any other volunteering effort, you must foot the bill, too.
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Are you interested in becoming an "Ecotourist?" Here's an article that may intrigue you:
http://www.helium.com/tm/430174/getting-itchy-usual-travel
Looking for low-cost ideas for travel in Canada? Try this article:
http://www.helium.com/tm/304795/vacation-options-canada-diverse
Sheree Zielke
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