Posts from: June 13, 2024

Voluntourism, the blend of volunteering and tourism, often seems like a win-win scenario—but is it really? When tourists head to less-developed areas to help out, the impact of their work can vary dramatically. Are they actually contributing to sustainable change or just alleviating their own guilt? 1. The Complexity of Short-Term Impact Volunteers often participate …

Step right up, folks, to the showdown of Southern supremacy! In this corner, we’ve got Georgia, home of the Peach State and a whole lotta Southern sass. And in the other corner, we’ve got Alabama, the Heart of Dixie, ready to throw down with its own brand of Southern charm. So grab your sweet tea …

Ah, ancient ruins. There’s nothing quite like gazing upon the remnants of a once-great civilization to remind you that all things, including our current society’s obsession with TikTok dances and viral cats, are fleeting. If you’re ready to marvel at the awe-inspiring, slightly decayed testaments to human ingenuity (and hubris), then buckle up. Here’s a …