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December 2011

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Save the Date!

Dec. 5   

International Volunteer Day

 

Dec. 15

GHT Volunteer Abroad scholarship application deadline 

 

Jan. 2, 2012

CCI GHT High school Abroad scholarship application deadline 

 

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Recipes from Around the World

 

Alfajores

(Caramel Sandwich Cookies)

   

    

Alfajores come in many sizes and flavors. Each region of South America has its own version of these buttery cookies sandwiched together with caramel. They make a perfect holiday treat to celebrate the gift of travel.  

 

Get the Recipe Here... 

 

 


5 Tips to Survive the Holidays While Living Abroad     

by Zoey Haar, high school abroad student 

Being away from home is always hard, but during a time of year normally reserved specifically for family and friends, it can be even harder. Many exchange students find it difficult to fully enjoy the season knowing that they're missing everything going on back home. But never fear! I've created a list of the top five ways you can beat that holiday blues.  

 

    

Give Yourself the Gift of Travel in 2012   

 

Ease the financial stress of travel with these Greenheart Travel scholarship opportunities. Interested in sharing and documenting your experience overseas, or heading to a Latin American country to volunteer? We have scholarships for your travel abroad program.

- High School/Volunteer Abroad  

- Host Family Circle Scholarship 

- Fundraising Guide  

 

 

Greenheart Travel Unwraps New Programs     

 

We have been busy this last month and a half unveiling new teach and volunteer abroad program opportunities in exciting new destinations. Travel for a change and get inspired by our newest additions to the Greenheart Travel program roster.  

 

- Disney English China Teach Abroad Program

- Nepal Volunteer Abroad Program

 

 

 

Global Gifts Make a Difference: Shop Fair Trade 

 

What if you could change the world by shopping? Greenheart believes consumers have the power to affect positive world change by supporting sustainable and fair business practices in their purchasing choices, especially in the holiday season. Support artisans around the world with these hand-made, sustainable and Eco-friendly products from the Greenheart Shop.

 

Celebrate 12 Days of Christmas with daily deals.  

 


 

Inspiration for the Armchair Traveler

Book:  

In Patagonia by Bruce Chatwin      

"Described as a "little masterpiece of travel, history, and adventure", In Patagonia charts a six-month journey made by Bruce Chatwin in 1972 from the Rio Negro to the world's southernmost city, Ushuaia."

 

 

Travel Blogs You Should Read: 

Video to Inspire:

"The Last Mountain" - Official Trailer