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Welcome to the True Travellers Society Daily Podcast, your source for inspiring stories in sustainable travel and volunteer tourism. Today is November twenty-seventh, and we’re spotlighting how travelers are rolling up their sleeves to make a difference, from hurricane recovery in Jamaica to environmental decisions across the globe. Let’s dive into the heart of positive travel impact.
Our first story comes from Jamaica, where in the wake of Hurricane Melissa, stranded tourists have become unexpected heroes. Instead of waiting out flight delays in hotel lobbies, guests at the Breathless Montego Bay Resort & Spa and Secrets St. James took to the streets—joining local staff to clear storm debris and help rebuild. Jamaica relies on tourism for over thirty percent of its GDP, and recovery from the storm’s ten billion dollars in damages is a massive challenge. Yet, these ad-hoc volunteer efforts from visitors have sped up cleanup, boosted morale, and shown what conscious travel is all about
Our first story comes from Jamaica, where in the wake of Hurricane Melissa, stranded tourists have become unexpected heroes. Instead of waiting out flight delays in hotel lobbies, guests at the Breathless Montego Bay Resort & Spa and Secrets St. James took to the streets—joining local staff to clear storm debris and help rebuild. Jamaica relies on tourism for over thirty percent of its GDP, and recovery from the storm’s ten billion dollars in damages is a massive challenge. Yet, these ad-hoc volunteer efforts from visitors have sped up cleanup, boosted morale, and shown what conscious travel is all about