Volunteer Vacations: Short-Term Adventures That Will Benefit You and Others (Paperback)

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"Fulfilling and stimulating volunteer work you can do short-term." -- Associated Press

"If…your goal is to reach out to others around the world, then here’s the book for you." -- The Tennessean

"Suggestions of fulfilling and stimulating volunteer work you can do short-term." -- Associated Press

"The best, all-around guidebook for volunteer vacations." -- The Oregonian, July 6, 2003

"The work opportunities on these vacations are practically limitless." -- Time Magazine --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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"[A] comprehensive gathering."  —Booklist

"Anyone who can’t find a dozen projects here to get excited about just doesn’t have a traveler’s soul."  —San Francisco Chronicle

"Would-be volunteers will have plenty of adventures to research."  —Boston Globe

"Takes the legwork out of finding an opportunity to immerse yourself in another culture."  —The Iowan

"Details thousands of opportunities for anyone wanting to see the world with a purpose."  —Westworld Magazine

"Explicitly tuned to matching the needs and desires of prospective travelers with the organizations and projects which will suit them best."  —GoNomad.com

"Handy resource . . .  it's a must-have."  —Emerging Horizons

“For those who like to get their hands dirty, this is an excellent resource.” —Chicago Tribune

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Product Details Paperback: 464 pages Publisher: Chicago Review Press; 10th Revised edition edition (February 1, 2009) Language: English ISBN-10: 1556527845 ISBN-13: 978-1556527845 Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 1 inches Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #186,363 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews 106 of 106 people found the following review helpful: 4.0 out of 5 stars OPEN SOME NEW DOORS IN YOUR LIFE, November 1, 2002 By  "earthvolunteer" (Atlanta, Ga. USA) - See all my reviews This review is from: Volunteer Vacations: Short-Term Adventures That Will Benefit You and Others (Paperback) Having spent the past seven years volunteer travelling around the world for my vacations, I can honestly attest to the fact that this extremely helpful reference book was my starting point for research into the culturally-enriching, service-oriented travel experiences which have changed my life. Provided inside this handy book are the names of the volunteer organizations which arrange and organize the travel, listings of the type of volunteer work and skills required and all of the necessary logistics. (Actually the only skill often required is a desire to serve and to learn.) The second half of the book contains numerous brief volunteer journals where the reader can obtain a clearer picture of how this type of travel impacts the recipients of the service work and more importantly perhaps how these deeply moving and life-altering experiences greatly enhance the life of the volunteer. I have met people of all ages and from all walks of life on these incredible journeys. If you have a bit of adventure in your blood and a desire to serve and especially to learn from another culture's experience...investigate this book...it may open some brand new doors in your life. 77 of 79 people found the following review helpful: 4.0 out of 5 stars A great resource for anyone who wants to be a volunteer., February 27, 1999 By A Customer This review is from: Volunteer Vacations: Short-Term Adventures That Will Benefit You and Others (6th ed) (Paperback) This book covers all kinds of volunteerism, from ecologic to medical. From the USA to the far corners of the world. Not only does it contain volumes of information on agencies seeking volunteers, it also has a great cross-referenced index, so that you can easily choose a "volunteer vacation" to fit your interests, schedule, and your wallet. 16 of 16 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Great Resource for Those Who Want A Different Type of Vacation, September 7, 2007 By  O. Brown "Ms. O. Khannah-Brown" (Twopeas, WA) - See all my reviews (TOP 50 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)       Amazon Verified Purchase This review is from: Volunteer Vacations: Short-Term Adventures That Will Benefit You and Others (Paperback) ***** I bought this book out of curiosity and was amazed at the variety of opportunities available to travel and contribute throughout the world. The book is a compendium of opportunities of every imaginable type, an incredible resource if you're even thinking about a taking a vacation in which you volunteer. Each opportunity contains all contact information, include web site, the types of projects available, organization mission statements, the year founded, the number of volunteers last year (so that you can see the scope of the program), funding sources, what kind of work the organization does, project locations, time line (when and for how long commitments are made), cost (including arrangements that must be made like medical examinations), how to get started, needed skills, and the specific populations that could qualify. The book is very friendly to those with limitations (for example, sight limitations, physical agility, etc.). There are also stories throughout the book from volunteers about their actual experiences while volunteering. There is a section on long-term volunteering opportunities. There are four indexes: by project cost, project length, location, season, and type. It is a wonderful book to use to explore what types of things you might like to do, as well as to use as a research base to search out specific opportunities. It is a great value, and an organized way to begin your volunteer journey! Highly recommended. *****		Ad feedback   Most Recent Customer Reviews 5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Cross Reference for Volunteer Vacation Options I have read versions of this book since 2004 when researching and considering volunteer vacations. It's clear, concise entries make it easy to compare and contrast different... Read more Published 1 month ago by Jane Stanfield 5.0 out of 5 stars Good Resource I got this book for my son who is looking for something more rewarding to do with his summer break this year. Read more Published 7 months ago by Renee Ausmore 5.0 out of 5 stars Such a great resource I have bought this book twice... I lost my first copy and needed another one. This book is absolutely indespensible for me. Read more Published 8 months ago by H. Hunter 5.0 out of 5 stars Volunteer book Bought this for my husband who is deciding which v. v. he should go on! thanks Published on September 11, 2007 by Sheila C. Emanuel 4.0 out of 5 stars a pleasant and helpful read I'm sure you can get most of the information in this book online but there's nothing like being able to curl up with this while dogearing pages and marking it up. Read more Published on August 23, 2007 by hgptraveler 5.0 out of 5 stars Well organized wealth of info This book was extremely well organized. I was able to quickly sort through for an organization that allowed teens and was for the duration of time we had available. Read more Published on July 29, 2007 by Pura Vida 5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent This book is very informative and easy to navigate. I was able to ready it over a 2 day period on my spare time and breakdown the vacations that would best suit what I am looking... Read more Published on March 27, 2007 by Lilypad 5.0 out of 5 stars so many amazing things to do and so little time!!!! "The book is bland as far as pictures go...but the info inside makes up for it entirerly! The layout is basic & straight foreward but the websites on each particular job provide... Read more Published on July 10, 2006 by Jennifer Mulberry Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews

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Product Details

• Paperback: 464 pages
• Publisher: Chicago Review Press; 10th Revised edition edition (February 1, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1556527845
• ISBN-13: 978-1556527845
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #186,363 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

106 of 106 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars OPEN SOME NEW DOORS IN YOUR LIFE, November 1, 2002

By	"earthvolunteer" (Atlanta, Ga. USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Volunteer Vacations: Short-Term Adventures That Will Benefit You and Others (Paperback)

Having spent the past seven years volunteer travelling around the world for my vacations, I can honestly attest to the fact that this extremely helpful reference book was my starting point for research into the culturally-enriching, service-oriented travel experiences which have changed my life. Provided inside this handy book are the names of the volunteer organizations which arrange and organize the travel, listings of the type of volunteer work and skills required and all of the necessary logistics. (Actually the only skill often required is a desire to serve and to learn.)

The second half of the book contains numerous brief volunteer journals where the reader can obtain a clearer picture of how this type of travel impacts the recipients of the service work and more importantly perhaps how these deeply moving and life-altering experiences greatly enhance the life of the volunteer.

I have met people of all ages and from all walks of life on these incredible journeys. If you have a bit of adventure in your blood and a desire to serve and especially to learn from another culture's experience...investigate this book...it may open some brand new doors in your life.

77 of 79 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A great resource for anyone who wants to be a volunteer., February 27, 1999

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This review is from: Volunteer Vacations: Short-Term Adventures That Will Benefit You and Others (6th ed) (Paperback)

This book covers all kinds of volunteerism, from ecologic to medical. From the USA to the far corners of the world. Not only does it contain volumes of information on agencies seeking volunteers, it also has a great cross-referenced index, so that you can easily choose a "volunteer vacation" to fit your interests, schedule, and your wallet.

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Resource for Those Who Want A Different Type of Vacation, September 7, 2007

By	O. Brown "Ms. O. Khannah-Brown" (Twopeas, WA) - See all my reviews (TOP 50 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

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I bought this book out of curiosity and was amazed at the variety of opportunities available to travel and contribute throughout the world. The book is a compendium of opportunities of every imaginable type, an incredible resource if you're even thinking about a taking a vacation in which you volunteer.

Each opportunity contains all contact information, include web site, the types of projects available, organization mission statements, the year founded, the number of volunteers last year (so that you can see the scope of the program), funding sources, what kind of work the organization does, project locations, time line (when and for how long commitments are made), cost (including arrangements that must be made like medical examinations), how to get started, needed skills, and the specific populations that could qualify.

The book is very friendly to those with limitations (for example, sight limitations, physical agility, etc.). There are also stories throughout the book from volunteers about their actual experiences while volunteering.

There is a section on long-term volunteering opportunities. There are four indexes: by project cost, project length, location, season, and type.

It is a wonderful book to use to explore what types of things you might like to do, as well as to use as a research base to search out specific opportunities. It is a great value, and an organized way to begin your volunteer journey!

Highly recommended.
*****