Author: Adventures

An Adventure Awaits You In Nicaragua! Nicaragua has been called the “land of lakes and volcanoes,” but problems continue to erupt. Thick rainforests, rugged highlands, long beaches, and fertile hills define the country’s beautiful landscape. Nicaragua’s rich history dates back to the Spanish conquistadores. Many species of birds and animals thrive in this diverse climate, but the people of Nicaragua are not thriving. Nicaragua is the poorest nation in Central America. Almost 80% of Nicaraguans live on less than $2 a day. More than half the population...

An Adventure Awaits You In Puerto Rico! Smiling tourists never imagine the truth of life in Puerto Rico. A commonwealth of the United States, Puerto Rico offers wealthy residents and tourists the comforts of America as well as exotic beaches and a relaxed Caribbean culture.    Sadly, almost half of the population lives below the poverty line, and unemployment always remains high. Most of the Puerto Rican people do not have access to services such as police protection and emergency mediacal care. Many families have been torn apart by emigration—almost half of the...

An Adventure Awaits You In Romania! Are you ready for an adventure filled with mystery and legend? Romania attracts many visitors every year due to the ancient history and castles across the country. The beauty of Romania is mindblowing but underneath the beauty there is an oppression that is indescribable.   Romania is quickly rising out of the impoverished state that it became during Soviet times. Economic and political reforms provide a foundation for growth out of this hard time. This prosperity is out of reach, though, to the millions Romani people, often referred to as...

An Adventure Awaits You In Swaziland! A tragic truth lurks among the stark beauty of the African hills. Swaziland is like no place on earth. The geographical beauty is breathtaking but the raw truth of this tiny nation surprises most people. The rolling hills and mountainous regions are gorgeous for the eye to see but the heaviness of the oppression of this country hits soon after. Swaziland has one tragic secret it cannot hide: AIDS. No country has been more ravaged by this deadly disease. With the highest rate of AIDS infection in the world, AIDS has affected almost every family in...

An Adventure Awaits You In Washington DC! Many are drawn to DC every year to study up on our country’s history. But beyond all the monuments, a hurting city cries out. If these sightseers looked just beyond the monuments, though, they would discover a desperate city plagued by poverty, substance abuse, and crime. Honest, law-abiding residents live in the shadow of fear and corruption. You can bring peace and promise to the people of DC. Your team might serve with a ministry in the heart of our capital where you’ll put Jesus’ love into action. Meet the homeless and...