Feel Good About Your Winter Break

Volunteer abroad during your break -- Have fun AND do good!

"The kids greeted us with hugs, holding hands, bouquets of flowers, small treats, and lots of shy smiles. Friendships established more quickly and more deeply than I've ever experienced in my lifetime. We laughed. We taught baseball. We read out loud...in English and in Spanish. We sang. We painted. ... They were an amazing 2 weeks!"

--Jeanie Levinski, University of Idaho Student and Group Participant


Go away for good this year! Choose the alternative

How will you spend your winter or spring break this year? Take a trip on the wild side and join us on one of our exciting Alternative Winter and Spring Break Quests for individuals and groups.

See another side of travel! By dedicating one week to volunteering, you’ll be fully immersed in the local culture and language. Brush up on your Spanish, explore ruins and castles, and most importantly, give back to the community. You’ll gain unique insight into important global issues such as environmental conservation, poverty, literacy and development.


Group opportunities

United Planet works with individuals as well as university and high school groups to develop customized alternative break itineraries. This is truly a great opportunity for your group to make a difference in a community overseas, immerse in another culture, explore a new part of the world and learn new things about each other! All United Planet Group Quests combine meaningful service work with exciting excursions and cultural activities! Take a look at our Groups page. And request more info here.


Individual opportunities
volunteer in GuatemalaCurrent Alternative Winter Breaks Include:

Current Alternative Spring Breaks Include:


Can I Apply?

Volunteers of all ages, nationalities and backgrounds are invited to join United Planet Quests. Our volunteers share a deep concern for the world, a true desire to make a difference, and a passion for cultural discovery and exploration.

Language fluency is not normally required but basic knowledge of the local language is helpful.

Minimum age: 16 to 18 (call for more information)

Maximum age: No maximum age!


Volunteer Fees

Short Term Quest fees start at: $945

  • $250 application fee due at time of application (application must be submitted at least 60 days before intended departure)
  • All remaining Quest fees are due at least 30 days before departure date
  Alternative Break Volunteer working with Children in Romania

Program Fees Include:

  • Preparation & training before departure
  • Food & lodging in your host country
  • Airport transportation
  • Emergency medical insurance
  • On-going support and supervision
  • Language lessons, cultural activities and excursions (may vary by country, call for details
 

Fees do not Include:

  • Visa processing charges (volunteers are responsible for acquiring the necessary Visa)
  • International airfare (volunteers are responsible for coordinating travel itineraries with expected start dates)
  • Any required vaccinations or immunizations

Three Easy Steps to Apply

Questions about enrolling? 1-800-292-2316. One of our friendly regional Quest coordinators will walk you step-by-step through the process and answer any questions you may have.

Contact us today - 1 800 292 2316Step 1: Choose your Quest. Contact us at any time for help!  We'd love to talk to you. Email or call 1-800-292-2316.

Step 2: Enroll online. Please fill in the online enrollment form. At least 60 days before you depart, you will need to reserve your spot with a deposit.

Step 3: Meet your Quest coordinator and iron out the details. Once you've applied, someone from the United Planet Team will contact you, and arrange a time to talk about your Quest of interest. THANKS!

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