As parents, we often find ourselves struggling to get our teenagers to “unplug” and step outside their screens. Between social media, games, and endless texting, it feels like a battle just to get them to connect with the world around
If your teen seems glued to their screen more than they are present in the real world, you’re not alone. The teen years are filled with transitions—and many parents long for ways to help their kids gain empathy, perspective, and
When you think of a volunteer trip, images of rugged outdoor camps, basic meals, and long hours of hard work often come to mind. But what if you could have the best of both worlds? A trip that’s luxurious, relaxing,
Let’s be honest—teenagers are hard to impress. After a few trips filled with beach lounging, sightseeing, and five-star resorts, it can be hard to create a vacation that really stands out. That’s why more and more families are turning to
We all want vacations to be memorable—but not just for the scenery or the food. What if your next trip could transform your family? With Hands Up Holidays, you can turn your holiday into a luxury family volunteer vacation that
The theme for Earth Day 2025 is “Our Power, Our Planet,” emphasizing the importance of taking meaningful action through education, advocacy, and community engagement. Experts warn that such action is more critical than ever. In 2024, the United Nations Environment
When we first planned our trip to South Africa, we expected stunning landscapes, thrilling safaris, and luxurious lodges. What we didn’t expect was how deeply it would affect our family—especially our three kids, aged 9, 12 and 14. Thanks to
If you’re a parent of a teenager, you probably know the struggle: getting your kids to look up. Off their screens. Out of their rooms. Into the real world. Is this possible from one week in Costa Rica? I spent
It was supposed to be just another family vacation —sightseeing, relaxing, maybe a little adventure. But what we experienced in Belize was far more powerful than we ever imagined. Our family—two busy parents and two teenagers glued to their devices—needed
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Can you believe it – the Holiday Season is almost upon us again! (For a hilarious take on this, watch this YouTube clip) Interested in last-minute meaningful Holiday Season inspiration? As you would imagine, availability is extremely tight in popular
Volunteering as a family can add a meaningful dimension to your luxury family vacations by allowing you to connect with your kids, communities, and wildlife on a deeper level, foster empathy, and create lifelong memories that you will cherish together.
World Animal Day is on October 4. What’s this all about? World Animal Day unites the animal welfare movement, mobilizing it into a global force to make the world a better place for all animals. How can you play a
