READERS' CHOICE: What's The Best Volunteer Trip?
We get to share our travel picks with you all year long. Now it’s your turn.
Over the next several weeks, we’ll be asking for a few of your favorite things, both large (airline, cruise port, national park) and small (which hotel has the best toiletries?). Then we’ll compile your suggestions and let you vote for your top pick in May. Come back often—we’ll be posting a new question almost every day.
Today’s question:
What's the best volunteer trip? "Voluntourism" is helping to reverse the negative image many people have of travelers. And it's not just slave labor—the best volunteer trips combine service with cultural and historical activities, so everybody goes home happy. What's your best voluntourism experience?
Previous questions:
What's your favorite theme park?
What's your favorite secret beach?
What Is Your Favorite Under–The–Radar Girlfriend Getaway?
What's the most underrated American city for travelers?
What is your favorite ski area? Foreign or domestic.
What's the most useful free travel app?
Which is the most improved hotel chain?
What is your favorite cruise port?
Where can you find the friendliest locals?
Which hotel chain gives you the best value?
The most beautiful airport terminal(s).
What is the best airport to get stuck in?
What is your favorite cruise line?
Which airline has the nicest flight attendants? We know you have your favorite.
Which city has the most user–friendly public transportation system?
What is your favorite rental car company?
What is your favorite historical spot in America?
What's the top destination on your bucket list?
Which airport features the best food?
—Marc Peyser
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