Monthly Archives: September 2008

Ramadan Mubarak!

Post written by Sara, a United Planet team member During the month of September, 1.5 billion Muslims all over the world are observing the Holy month of Ramadan. “Ramadan” is…

Guatemala: A kaleidoscope of sensations

Post written by Kim McDermott, a United Planet Volunteer Our first impression of Guatemala during our first few days was sensory overload! The colorful woven fabrics, loud streets with honking…

Battambang By Boat

Post written by Isisara Bey, a United Planet volunteer We joined the members of United Planet’s photography Quest for a three day excursion up-country to Battambang, Cambodia’s second largest city,…

Trekking through India

Post written by Sonya Anne Dunsirn, a United Planet Volunteer     My first experience in India was being greeted by the torrential monsoon rain. My friend Jenna and I…

Tranquilo and Cafecita in Costa Rica

Post written by Mary Han, a United Planet volunteer         Upon arriving in San Jose, Costa Rica, we were greeted by a United Planet representative, and were…