Volunteer Tourism

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Volunteer Tourism

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Apr 13, 2021

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This week we delve into the subject of volunteer tourism. We discuss the different types and debate how ethical it really is. If you are someone that has an interest in travel and ethics or wanting to volunteer abroad, this episode is a must to listen to!

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Apr 13, 2021

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