voluntourism
noun
vol·un·tour·ism
ˌvä-lən-ˈtu̇r-ˌi-zəm 
: the act or practice of doing volunteer work as needed in the community where one is vacationing
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Reformers, with their caring nature and love for making a difference, are drawn to Hawaii’s voluntourism programs, which offer a perfect blend of adventure and service.
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Ronny Maye, Essence, 21 Apr. 2025
For Madeleine, what started as voluntourism in Mexico continued into volunteering at home.
—Allison Tibaldi, USA TODAY, 26 Nov. 2024
Both the Grand Wailea, a Waldorf Astoria Resort, and Fairmont Kea Lan) partner with the Hawaii Land Trust for voluntourism opportunities on the Waihe‘e coastal dunes.
—John Wogan, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2024
Head to Chile for a voluntourism adventure Between now and Feb. 25, post a video entry on Las Torres Patagonia’s Instagram and Facebook accounts for an opportunity to win the trip taking place either between April 6 to 11 or April 14 to 19.
—Ramsey Qubein, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2024
This trend has led to the rise of eco-tourism, voluntourism and the demand for unique travel experiences.
—Ivana Johnston, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2023
There are plenty of opportunities to have a similar voluntourism experience and make your trip to Hawaii more rewarding – while also possibly saving you hundreds of dollars.
—Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 25 May 2023
Below are some voluntourism opportunities from hotels to consider when planning your next visit to Hawaii.
—Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 25 May 2023
Inspiring individuals with a desire to make a difference and improve the lives of people all over the world, voluntourism might include time on vacation spent volunteering at an orphanage, working with grassroots organizations to build wells or homes, or helping at local schools.
—Imani Bashir, Travel + Leisure, 6 Feb. 2023
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Ronny Maye, Essence, 21 Apr. 2025
For Madeleine, what started as voluntourism in Mexico continued into volunteering at home.
—Allison Tibaldi, USA TODAY, 26 Nov. 2024
Both the Grand Wailea, a Waldorf Astoria Resort, and Fairmont Kea Lan) partner with the Hawaii Land Trust for voluntourism opportunities on the Waihe‘e coastal dunes.
—John Wogan, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2024
Head to Chile for a voluntourism adventure Between now and Feb. 25, post a video entry on Las Torres Patagonia’s Instagram and Facebook accounts for an opportunity to win the trip taking place either between April 6 to 11 or April 14 to 19.
—Ramsey Qubein, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2024
This trend has led to the rise of eco-tourism, voluntourism and the demand for unique travel experiences.
—Ivana Johnston, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2023
There are plenty of opportunities to have a similar voluntourism experience and make your trip to Hawaii more rewarding – while also possibly saving you hundreds of dollars.
—Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 25 May 2023
Below are some voluntourism opportunities from hotels to consider when planning your next visit to Hawaii.
—Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 25 May 2023
Inspiring individuals with a desire to make a difference and improve the lives of people all over the world, voluntourism might include time on vacation spent volunteering at an orphanage, working with grassroots organizations to build wells or homes, or helping at local schools.
—Imani Bashir, Travel + Leisure, 6 Feb. 2023
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“Voluntourism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/voluntourism. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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