40 likeminded people from Swindon travelled far and wide this April for a Younique Travel Experience!
Covering two continents two separate groups travelled to Kenya and India for an adventure of a life time with a very specific community focus. One group worked with two of YTA’s partner projects Silver Bells and Melon Mission based in the slums of Nakuru, Kenya.
They helped with painting, renovating, teaching, learning, sharing, feeding, sponsoring and laughing just some of the ‘ings’ this group got up to!! As well as working hard the group also played hard and enjoyed a weekend visit to the famous Masai Mara Game Reserve.
Whilst on the other side of the world another group spent their time in India. They also helped a community project based in the slums of Delhi and whilst on their trip they also enjoyed activities such a trekking, white water rafting, and a visit to another famous site the Taj Mahal.
Jamie Reeves a service engineer for BT Open reach went out to Kenya for the second time this April. He said: “After my first visit in 2016 I knew I had to return and this time I brought along 10 of my friends and family! The partnership YTA have with the school in Kenya is incredible you really feel that you are making a difference to the lives of the children and making a positive impact to their community.
"They welcome you in as family and are so grateful for those that visit and spend time with them. It’s also great that we can explore and learn more about their culture. Taking part in a safari was a once in a life time opportunity for most of this group and one they will never forget. I would recommend this trip to everyone.”
YTA have been running trips out to Kenya for the past 6 years and alongside their partner charity Younite Foundation have been making a huge difference.
Alex Diplock a Nursery Teacher was one of the group members who visited India: “My Indian experience was one I will never forget. The culture, the adventure and the people made this a memorable trip. We did so much in two weeks and I feel so lucky that I could experience it. The trip was so well organised and we were looked after every step of the way.”
Fiona Simpson Director of YTA said: “The combination of travel, adventure and community engagement is what makes what we do unique. We are proud of what we have achieved so far in both offering life changing experiences to people who travel with us but also how our groups give back to the communities we visit and how we can really see the positive impact we are making.
"Enabling people to visit new places that are so far removed from where we live is so rewarding as we can see how it helps so many people in so many ways. We absolutely love what we do and think that is reflected in all the trips we organise!”
YTA are holding information evenings for both the Kenya and India trips running in 2017 & 2018. If you are interested the Kenya meeting is on Tuesday 16 May 6-7pm & the India trip meeting is Tuesday 23 May both are being held at Excalibur Communication, Peatmoor, SN5 5YN. Everyone is welcome!
Or you can visit www.ytauk.com for further information.
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