From Communities

On Mexico’s latest Three King’s Day (a Santa Claus-like local celebration), the Sandos Hotels & Resorts staff and guests visited a small community in Quintana Roo with the aim of giving “More than just a smile.” We thought that on this particularly special day, kids in the community deserved a special gift. Volunteers arrived at... Continue reading

Guests of the Hide Safari Camp which is situated in Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe have very generously contributed towards the Pack for a Purpose initiative by saving space in their suitcases to carry specific items that are desperately needed in the local community. We are very appreciative of the fact that while coming on... Continue reading

Not far from the world-famous Kruger National Park, the 4-star graded Blyde River Canyon Lodge is situated in the province of Mpumalanga (Zulu name for “the place where the sun rises”). Set alongside the sparkling waters of the Blyde River and sheltered by the majestic Drakensberg Mountains, the lodge offers local and international travellers a... Continue reading

Off the coast of Honduras, a great kept secret of the Caribbean is the up and coming Island of Guanaja.  The island and its surrounding waters has vibrant reefs, natural waterfalls, and absolute natural beauty between its sea and pine-rich mountains. This 20 square mile island is inhabited by 7000 people who not only speak... Continue reading

Pack for a Purpose functions at its best with the assistance of the dedicated people who work at the local projects we promote on our website. It is our honor to highlight one such person, Margarita Pilier at the Grupo Puntacana Foundation. Even though I have never met Margarita in person, her commitment, her compassion,... Continue reading

Sean and Cory Glackin, and their children, prepared for a trip to Gran Pacifica Resort and Golf Community in Nicaragua by going through closets and buying a few school supplies! Sean and Cory, from Colorado, have been traveling for 20 years, and as Sean said, “Since our children, ages 11 & 14, are getting older,... Continue reading

At Spicy Villa Eco-Lodges, we always strive to have a positive impact on local tribal villages. Everyone who works for us comes from tribal villages and we make it a point to pay them fairly so they can stay in the village and support their families. A percentage of all our profits goes to the... Continue reading

Entreamigos is a nonprofit organization whose goal is to be a bridge between the local community and culture by creating educational opportunities for children and families in San Francisco (San Pancho) Nayarit, Mexico. Entreamigos provides an established community center dedicated to increase learning opportunities for local children and families through the implementation of educational programs... Continue reading

On May 10th, the Princess Hotels of the Dominican Republic, supported by Pack For a Purpose and within its social responsibility plan Princess and You 360, visited the Higuey  “Divina Providencia” nursing home. All donations collected thanks to the generosity of our customers, employees and the company itself were delivered to the benefit of the... Continue reading

Here at Outback Adventures Punta Cana, we believe that there is something worth admiring in those who decide to dedicate part of their time, their resources and their lives to others even needier, who they have not yet had the opportunity to meet. We are more than grateful to be part of the island’s tourist... Continue reading