Giving Back While Traveling
TTOT
TravelDudes
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Q1. via @StevenOnTheMove Have you ever participated in a voluntourism trip? What were the pros and cons of the trip? #TTOT
SonjaSwissLife
A1 @ataxiascot & I volunteered at @thekiltwalk #Glasgow fundraising for @MNDScotland walking 6 mi. Pros: raising awareness & funds within an organized walk for every person & their own charity choice; like-minded new friends, self-satisfaction, grateful beneficiaries, fun! #TTOT
SonjaSwissLife
A1 @ataxiasocot & I volunteered at @thekiltwalk #Glasgow fundraising for @MNDScotland walking 6 mi. Pros: raising awareness & funds within an organized walk for every person & their own charity choice; like-minded new friends, self-satisfaction, grateful beneficiaries, fun! #TTOT
MrBobPowers
A1. Yes, voluntary work or 'sponsored' work. Apart from the work itself you have a different relationship with the local people than a tourist would. At times, I've been a paid worker, voluntary worker, guest and tourist all at the same time! #ttot