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Give back as you go

Vacation volunteering, called “voluntourism,” provides a unique way to connect with locals, serve a community need and learn about an area’s history. Many U.S. groups, such as VolunteerMatch and Points of Light, offer drop-in volunteer options, from urban gardening and dog walking to meal prepping for needy seniors. If you’re traveling abroad, check out GiveaDayGlobal.org or PodVolunteer.org.