I went on a trip to Thailand in May 2009 to Chiang Mai. I found later that this trip could have been classified as "voluntourism" but at that point I was unfamiliar with that term. I had so many awesome opportunities. I mainly worked with elementary aged students at a school specifically for orphans. I taught English, played games, and did many work projects on the building... but I also got to see the wonderful country of Thailand! I got to go elephant riding, go to the mountains, hiking, and explore the cities. It was a wonderful trip and a great example of voluntourism. It is something I plan to do again! I felt great working with the students but also immensely enjoyed everyday!
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