Feel Good About Your Spring Break!

Go away for good! Fun, sun -- and a chance to build a better world.

Spring break is a moment to wind down and have fun -- but it's also a chance to reach out and do good, forge some amazing relationships, and open your heart and mind. Try something new: on a United Planet Quest, you live with a family, work in the local community, build language skills, and do something to build a better world.

How do you want to feel when you wake up? 

"I had an amazing time volunteering in Tibet. The people were extremely warm, kind, and welcoming, always ensuring that I was content with my experience. I really felt like I was a Tibetan! I got to hang out with monks, ride motorcycles, cook Tibetan food, walk freely around the town, and even spoke a little Tibetan to local townspeople. It felt great to know that I was able to help a community in need and also have an experience that I will remember for the rest of my life." 

--Ethan Barhydt, United Planet Volunteer, Tibet


You can do it! United Planet Spring Break Specials and Packages make it affordable!

More information: 1-800-292-2316 or email. Thanks!

Want to volunteer abroad but don't have a lot of cash? We understand, and we want to help.
For Spring Break 2012, United Planet has some great offers: take $100 off any price for any one-week program anywhere in the world!
 
These packages are available for trips that take place anytime between February 1 and April 30, 2012. When you fill out the application, please use the code SPRING. Thanks!
Spring Break in Guatemala

A week in Guatemala for under $990!

Travel to the historic and indigenous city of Quezaltenango, where you'll live with a family and work in an orphanage or school. Only $950 includes 10 hours of Spanish class, all meals and accommodations, trip to beautiful Antigua, dance lessons, and more.

A week in Costa Rica for $1200

By all accounts the happiest country on earth, Costa Rica is one of the friendliest and safest countries in Latin America. You'll work in childcare or environmental conservation. Only $1200 covers your home stay, cultural excursions, trip to a volcano, and more!

Spring Break in Mexico

Two weeks in Mexico for under $850!

Now that's a deal. $825 for two weeks living with a family, forging lasting friendships, touring the amazing countryside, and more! You can work with children or on an environmental project. Home to both the Aztec and Maya civilizations, Mexico has a long, rich history, and the people are just wonderful. Check it out.

Spring Break in Guatemala

And many more! Explore the many other Short-term Quests and take $100 off the price!

Work in an orphanage in Romania (and tour Dracula's castle), save sea turtles in Costa Rica, teach in Peru (and tour Machu Picchu). You're needed around the world!

Contact United Planet 1 800 292 2316United Planet can tailor a trip for your group, as well!

international volunteerUnited 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.


Three Easy Steps to Apply

Questions about applying? 1-800-292-2316

Call one of our friendly regional Quest coordinators today. We will walk you step-by-step through the application process and answer any questions you may have.

Step 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 enrollment form. Then reserve your spot with a deposit (which will be credited toward your program fee).

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