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Read the full story »I attended the CREST Travelers’ Philanthropy conference in Monteverde, Costa Rica this past week on behalf of Elevate Destinations to present on our volunteer trips in Haiti and the Gulf.
Here are some highlights:
1) Monteverde, Costa Rica - The setting alone was magnificent. Known for the Cloud Forest Reserve – Monteverde feels truly magical. The winding mostly dirt/rock road you take to reach it makes it even more mystical. I tried to walk as much as possible between session to take it in.
Seriously. Check it out.
Elevate Destination’s service partner, Make A Difference Now, has made an immeasurable impact on many volunteers’ lives forever. We are lucky to have such a strong and empowering partner to work with.
Recently, Elevate sent Nina …
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