Can you feel it? Summer is in the air! If you're looking for some inspiration for your 2023 travel plans, then you've come to the right place. In this edition of the Charitable Traveller Report, you'll find fantastic holiday offers including a 7 night sustainable escape in St. Pete/Clearwater, a 7 night last minute break in sunny Lanzarote, and a 7 night all-inclusive luxury getaway in the Dominican Republic!
You'll also find an insider look at luxury travel in Jamaica from our luxury travel expert Lizzi, our brand new Charitable Traveller Magazine Sustainable Supplement, giving you all the information you need to make your next holiday to Florida more sustainable, and the latest news from the world of charity.
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7 nights of sustainable luxury in St. Pete/Clearwater, Florida
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Enjoy a glorious 7 night stay at the iconic Don CeSar hotel on St. Pete Beach from just £2,599pp! This stunning hotel is one of a kind and has been featured in numerous television shows and movies, along with hosting celebrities including F. Scott Fitzgerald. Use it as the perfect base to sustainably explore everything St. Pete has to offer! Price includes return flights, 7 day comprehensive electric car hire, a 7 night room-only stay at the 4* The Don CeSar, ATOL protection, and a free £260 donation to the charity of your choice!
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7 night last minute Lanzarote escape
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Soak up the rays in sunny Lanzarote this July from just £585pp! Spend a relaxing week at the 3* Casas Heddy Hotel based in the resort town of Puerto del Carmen. This fantastic hotel boasts great amenities with a focus on wellness, with a variety of treatments available including hydrotherapy and yoga. Price includes return flights and transfers, baggage allowance, 7 nights in the 3* Casas Heddy Hotel, ATOL protection, and a free £58 donation to the charity of your choice!
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7 nights of all-inclusive luxury in the Dominican Republic
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Save 28% until 4th July! Enjoy an indulgent all-inclusive 7 night stay at the 5* Dreams Onyx Resort & Spa in the Dominican Republic from £1,669pp! This resort is the perfect place to relax and unwind with a gorgeous secluded beach setting, unbeatable amenities, and delicious cuisine. Price includes return flights and transfers, 7 nights all-inclusive stay in a Junior Suite with a Garden View, ATOL protection, and a free £167 donation to the charity of your choice!
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Drum roll please… welcome to the very first edition of the brand new Sustainable Supplement series, from Charitable Traveller Magazine. This edition focuses on the gorgeous sunshine state of Florida, with features on the six exciting destinations of Bradenton and Anna Maria Island, St Pete/Clearwater, Orlando, Daytona Beach, Amelia Island, and Florida's Sports Coast. Read on to discover the hidden gems of each destination, along with incredible sustainable itineraries you can book today!
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Watch this space, issue 17 of Charitable Traveller Magazine is published next week! Follow us on social media for notifications of the launch and read our newest issue online.
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Discover the very latest in the world of travel with our travel news updates to stay on top of the latest trends, industry changes, and destination news to help you plan your next trip.
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Australia’s Fraser Island renamed to K’gari Island |
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Fraser Island has officially been renamed K'gari by the Queensland Government in a reversion back to the traditional name given to it by the indigenous Butchulla People. The name reversal reflects the Butchulla People's spiritual and cultural ties to the island.
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Brazil ends travel restrictions |
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In exciting news, Brazil has officially dropped its final travel restrictions. Travellers will no longer need to provide proof of their vaccination status, previous recovery from covid or a negative test to enter the country.
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The magic of Jamaica
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Jamaica has long captured the imagination of people worldwide, and this past week our luxury travel expert Lizzi had the opportunity to experience her very first trip to the island. Read on to discover the wonders of this small Caribbean island, from its best hotels, vibrant culture, endless activities, and so much more!
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Amelia Island, Florida perfectly straddles the boundary between nature and civilisation, as its dune and sand borders constantly shift in response to the winds and tides. On the island, you can explore sustainably on foot or by bike and there's plenty of wonder, excitement and natural beauty to discover! The island is home to a variety of incredible species from sea turtles that crawl onto shore to lay their eggs, more than 300 species of birds which pass over or nest on the island, and marine animals from manatees, dolphins, and even shrimp! When you're not out in nature you'll have plenty of opportunities to savour delicious farm-to-table food, uncover the island's rich history, and discover its vibrant communities.
Book your next escape now from £1,670pp and discover the magic for yourself!
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No single supplement! Experience the wonders of the River Danube and some of Europe's most majestic cities on the Run the River Challenge! On this 6 night all-inclusive A-ROSA cruise, you'll run 10k a day for five days, charting a route along the river and visiting iconic cities including Vienna, Bratislava, Linz and many more - all while raising money for your chosen charity!
Book your place on the challenge now from £1,999pp and you can reserve your space on the premium A-ROSA DONNA ship, which boasts fantastic amenities. Connect with fellow fundraisers as you run, helped along the way by expert lifestyle and running coach Rory Coleman. Rory will be there to help you train from the very day you book with 1-1 tailored support, so what are you waiting for? Get started today and make 2023 a year to remember.
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Discover inspiring news from the world of charity with our latest updates including inspirational achievements by our charity partners, wider news from the sector, and fun ways you can get involved and make a difference today. You can support any of our charity partners when you book with Charitable Travel by donating 5% of your total holiday cost to your nominated charity free of charge!
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Almost £1 million has been awarded to 100 community organisations and projects tied to the Windrush generation in celebration of the 75th anniversary of the arrival of HMT Empire Windrush. The funds have been granted by the National Lottery Community Fund and applications are still open for additional grants throughout 2023.
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This month our charity partner Revitalise was granted the High Sheriff's personal award for volunteering by the current High Sheriff of Essex, Charlie Bishop. The award recognises the transformative work of Revitalise in providing essential respite holidays for disabled people who need 24-hour care. Find out more.
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Make a difference on your next holiday with the Holiday Volunteering Hub. On the hub, you'll find a variety of fantastic projects to get involved with on your next holiday from volunteering with local communities, to helping to care for animals, and so much more! Get started.
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14 days in India | 31st October - 13th November from £1,297pp
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Have you dreamt of experiencing India's iconic history, culture and architecture but haven't had a chance to organise your trip? Maybe you're also passionate about conservation and want to make a difference for the planet. If so then our 14 day trip in partnership with Wildlife SOS is perfect for you!
On this fantastic trip, you'll spend 8 days exploring India's golden triangle of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur before spending 5 days at Wildlife SOS's Elephant Conservation and Care Centre and Agra Bear Rescue Facility - making a difference and helping care for endangered animals.
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Taking part in beach cleans in Ireland
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Help clean beaches in Ireland on your next holiday by volunteering with Flossie and the Beach Cleaners. The charity operates all across Ireland and is looking for volunteers to help take part in beach cleans, along with marine coordinators willing to help organise its events. Projects tend to take place over a few hours on a given day, but can also include longer clean-ups which take place annually, with more volunteers.
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If you've got a non-profit project overseas that welcomes volunteers and you would like it to be hosted on The Holiday Volunteering Hub, click here.
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