Project was meaningful
The work project was meaningful because we were helping families and groups/communities we met. I think it's because we met the people we were helping. That is key. Anne does an amazing job with...
Meaningful work, very enjoyable
The work project was meaningful, the young family that we installed the cement floor for were very grateful and needed the new floor, especially with a very young child in the house. It was also...
Our Guatemala Trip!
I am SO sorry that it’s taken us so long to give you our feedback on the trip. We had the most amazing time - and it felt like Anne was very intentional and thoughtful about ensuring that the...
Exceeded my expectations
The program exceeded my expectations in every way. The cement work was exhausting but gratifying and teaching English at the library was a pleasure (I am a retired teacher). Working on the...
Good mix of volunteer work, cultural excursions
This program was a really good mix of volunteer work, cultural excursions, and "downtime". What I particularly liked about this program was the opportunity for meaningul interaction with individuals...
We made an impact on the people in the right way
We felt we made an impact on the people there in the right way. We contributed to the local economy and ensured people were working to earn the money from our program fees. I think it's much better...
Learned so much about the different culture
A good mix of work and free time. You can stay busy pretty much all day with the optional free time activities. I have spent quite a bit of time in places like this before, but it was really great...
Guatemala Testimonials
"This program was a really good mix of volunteer work, cultural excursions, and "downtime". What I particularly liked about this program was the opportunity for meaningul interaction with...
Immersed in the community, culture and people of Guatemala
Day 1 So the main reason we are here is to learn about and immerse ourselves in the community and culture of the people of El Remate, Guatemala, about 25 miles SW of the ancient ruins of Tikal. The...