Unique Vacations

With summer officially here, I thought I would list some unusual
vacation ideas for the more adventurous at heart.

1. Vocation vacations. Learn more about a business that you might be interested in trying. You get to run the entire operation for a day or two, and get mentored by experts in the field. It's a great way to know if the business you want to start is really for you.

2. Whale watching. The Oceanic Society sponsors whale watching, natural history, and research expeditions. Great fun for those interested in protection marine wildlife.

3. Earthwatch Institute. Save natural resources, preserve wildlife or monitor global warming. This is great for those of you who want to pass on global responsibility to your children. Many trips are off the beaten path, so you get to see really unique parts of the world.

4. Amizade offers an opportunity to build a
school, plant a garden or just build something that will help a community in the tourist area you are visiting.

5. Global Citizens enables you to
build a health clinic, run a recycling plant, or improve a park. Learn how other cultures function and make new friends.

This is just to whet your appetite. Enjoy it and happy summer vacation.