Impactful Travel
Stunning Sandos Caracol Eco Resort & Pack for a Purpose- the Perfect Place for Impactful Travel
25 years ago, Scott and I were married in Paradise Bay, Antarctica. Scott chose Antarctica because he always wanted to go there, the penguins were already dressed up and he wouldn’t have to be. However, Scott prefers warm climates (I guess because he comes from Wisconsin), so for our anniversary this year, we chose Playa... Continue reading
Camino Group’s Partnership with Pack for a Purpose Equals Impactful Travel
At Camino Group, our commitment to social responsibility is deeply ingrained in our corporate ethos. For many years, our companies, Camino Travel and Premio DMC, have proudly partnered with Pack for a Purpose (PfaP), a decision that has proven to be one of the most rewarding aspects of our journey as a group. Through PfaP,... Continue reading
The Walcher Family Story
My husband and I went to Placencia, Belize on a cruise over Thanksgiving Break. We researched on the PfaP website what supplies were needed (one local elementary school was supported by 2 different resorts). I posted on the cruise Facebook page that we would be delivering our supplies and that if others wanted to contribute, we would be... Continue reading
The Webb Family Story
In October 2023, my husband and I participated in the Pack for a Purpose program when we visited Botswana from Australia. We were staying at Muchenje Safari Lodge and visited Mabele Primary School. We were beautifully welcomed by the Deputy Principal and many of the schools’ students. We delivered a range of items as per... Continue reading
When You Pack for a Purpose, Every Trip You Take Will Begin and End with Gratitude
This blog, originally published in 2020, has been updated. While the theme remains timeless, the details are current. There is much discussion about three 3G networks, 4G networks, and 5G networks. 5G Networks are touted to be better and faster. This may well be the case with cell phones. However, at Pack for a Purpose,... Continue reading
Creating Pathways, One Student at a Time
One of the most rewarding facets of volunteering with Pack for a Purpose is hearing success stories from our global partners and their communities. This year, our Brazilian education partner, Mais Caminhos language school, is happy to share two stories that will inspire you. Mais Caminhos, which translates from Portuguese as “more ways”, offers English... Continue reading
Eagle Scout Soars by Packing for a Purpose in The Bahamas
When it was time for me to start working on my Eagle Scout service project my family and I began tossing around different ideas. My dad suggested a toy drive for underprivileged children and that got me searching on the internet for ideas. I came across Pack for a Purpose and was inspired by their... Continue reading
Rebecca’s Story
It was summer in Minnesota but we were heading to Southern Africa where it would be winter. The need for extra layers, plus a commitment to carry on luggage restricted us a little. When I saw that part of our tour would be spent at the Davisons Camp in Zimbabwe which is a Pack... Continue reading
At Multiple Destinations, One Family’s Continuing Generosity Makes a Big Impact
Over 8 years ago, our family was planning a unique trip to Costa Rica. We knew how fortunate we were to be able to visit and experience a completely different culture from our own. When researching different parts of the country, we learned that like the United States, Costa Rica had many needs in the form... Continue reading
How One Motorcycle Tour Company + PfaP Travelers Made a Difference in the Lives of Ecuadorian Children
Since 2015, Ecuador Freedom Bike Rental has been participating in the Pack for a Purpose program, and the experience has been nothing short of heartwarming and inspiring. The program, which encourages travelers to bring much-needed school supplies and other items to the communities they visit, has enabled our motorcycle tour participants to connect with the... Continue reading