The Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) has nothing to do with your IQ and everything to do with your travel safety. STEP is free and available for US citizens living or traveling abroad. STEP is a simple way to enroll your international mission trips with......

1. Traveler’s Diarrhea: What You Need to Know Travelers’ Diarrhea (TD) is usually experienced within the first few weeks of travel, but it may also occur at any point during your trip, and even after returning home. High-risk destinations are the developing countries of Latin......

Christ calls his followers to “make disciples of all nations” (Matthew 28:19). However, with volcanic eruptions, terrorist bombings, and other global monstrosities, concerns have spiked with international ministry. Are you called to minister overseas, yet worried about your safety? You’re not alone. Check out these......

You have a mission trip on the horizon. You’ve finished fundraising and your suitcases are (nearly) packed. The last checkbox remains, and you can’t help but wonder: Do I really need travel insurance? Why should I buy travel insurance? Is travel insurance even necessary? Here......

If you’re looking for alternative mission trip destinations in the Caribbean, you’ve come to the right place. Here are five of the safest Caribbean islands you and your team can visit for mission trips. 1. Montserrat – the Caribbean Pompeii Population: 5,215 Language: English Religion:......

5 Tips for Traveling Abroad Safely If you’re planning your first volunteer or ministry trip abroad, it’s important to know a few guidelines for traveling abroad safely. There are some common pitfalls new travelers often struggle with that can be prevented with a little preparation.......

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You can’t always find a traveling companion for mission trips, and sometimes it’s more exciting to join a mission group with unfamiliar faces. Some places create a safer environment by welcoming international visitors, particularly for solo female travel. If you’re scouting for the best places......

The desire to share the Gospel is an incredible calling. Women evangelists or women missionaries can deliver the Good News anywhere in the world, although certain countries may be more receptive than others. No matter where you travel, women evangelists can apply these helpful travel......

If you want to feel more secure during your international travels, consider downloading these free, security apps. Each provides crucial information in case of a national emergency, guards you against cyber crimes, or protects you physically. These safety apps create peace of mind for you......

Overseas mission trips can be a powerful and life-changing experiences for a teenager. Removed from the everyday distractions of friends, TV, the internet and school, many teens find themselves called into full or part-time ministry, re-evaluating their priorities and expanding their worldview. While it is......

As baggage fees continue to rise and travelers seek the freedom of the “backpacker” travel mentality, articles and Pinterest boards for packing tips have become ubiquitous. We’ve compiled some of our favorite packing hacks for your toiletries and the smaller items you’ll use every day.......

Short-term mission trips are wonderful ministry opportunities, but they also pose risks. Careful planning can help you anticipate problems on the field and devise ways to respond before your team leaves home. Decide the purpose of your mission trip early in the planning process. Recruit......

If you’re committed to a gluten-free lifestyle, whether it’s by necessity or choice, you know how hard it is to find tasty, gluten-free snacks. Now try to find gluten-free snacks that are easy to pack and TSA-approved and your options suddenly seem very limited. Do......

So you have made the decision to take the leap, and tackle that important trip! Whether you are planning to study abroad, or volunteering as part of a group, chances are you need to fundraise to help pay for the trip. Fundraising can be daunting......

Are you leading a youth group mission trip and looking for some fun, creative, and free fundraising ideas? Here are five fundraising ideas for church youth groups that will entertain your teens, help raise the funds you need, and cost you nothing. 1. Viral Challenge......

You have a mission trip on the horizon. You’ve finished fundraising and your suitcases are (nearly) packed. The last checkbox remains, and you can’t help but wonder: Do I really need travel insurance? Why should I buy travel insurance? Is travel insurance even necessary? Here......

Whether carefully choosing gifts for your generous hosts or buying souvenirs for your loved ones back home, you’ll need to pack presents in your suitcase for travel. Traveling with gifts may seem tricky, but with these five tips, you’ll become a gift-packing pro. 1. Pack......

You can budget for travel, but unplanned expenses can always pop-up. Not only can you prepare for unexpected fees with an emergency fund, but you can avoid pesky charges with a little extra planning. Discover five ways you can prevent airline baggage fees from weighing......

Trip leaders and individuals have much to consider when booking airfare for upcoming mission trips, but the process shouldn’t be stressful. In this blog, we offer 5 things you should do before booking your airfare: 1. Compare flights Online booking engines are popular for comparing......

Learn how to save money and save time booking airfare this holiday season. We’ve rounded up the best travel tips from our travel agents and from experts around the web. Take these airfare booking tips as a free gift from us: Merry Christmas! 1. Be......

Are you planning mission trips for your church or youth group? When it comes to booking international airfare for a group mission trip, sometimes you can wind up feeling like you don’t even know where to start. It’s hard to know if you are getting......

When it comes to planning an international ministry trip, the work you are able to do will depend greatly on the ages and skill sets of your travelers. We’ve pulled together a few ideas to help get your planning started. No matter what type of......