Six Benefits of Forming a Travel Ministry
Travel ministries are rewarding and fun groups that bring the members of a religious organization together like no other service could. See how these groups make religious travel fun, spiritual and...
View ArticleFinding the Right Religious Travel Provider
Selecting the correct tour provider is the most important decision you will make when planning your faith-based trip. The right tour operator will make your group’s dream a reality and provide...
View ArticlePlanning a Faith Based Travel Retreat
Today’s retreat consists of additional elements, like fun, fellowship and relaxation, and it can be an easy entry into a faith travel ministry. Then take a few steps to help plan a successful retreat.
View ArticleTalking Like a ‘Travel Pro’
One way to increase your professionalism is to learn the language of travel and tourism. Over the years the industry has developed a definitive language, understood by those within the industry, but...
View ArticleBuilding Community on Your Religious Trip
Reaching out into the community can help build and strengthen the religious organization. Here are some ideas to help you know how far your faith-based trip can stretch across your community.
View ArticleChoosing the Right Religious Tour Operator
Nothing is more important when starting your faith travel journey than selecting the right tour provider.
View ArticleReligious Trip Planning Timeline: 24-12 Months Prior
A well planned timeline is the key to a successful religious trip. Make decisions early enough to allow for the pieces to fall into place. The time period one to two years prior to travel can be a...
View ArticleReligious Planning Timeline: 6 Months Prior to Travel
By now you should have the hard deadlines and details figured out, brochures mailed and the itineraries created and booked. Your eager and loyal travelers should be signed up by now as well.
View ArticleReligious Planning Timeline: 3 Months-30 Days Prior to Travel
The last leg of the trip planning process is here. Make sure you don't leave any loose ends before you travel. Here are a few things to check on before departure.
View ArticleFaith Tour Locations for Finding Enlightenment
If pilgrimage is the reason for your travel, as most trips are, then you will be planning your tour differently then if you were planning a mission trip. Location is very crucial in these trips.
View ArticleSpicing Up The Culinary Experience on Your Religious Trip
One of the aspects of other cultures many people have trouble grasping is the food. People can be picky, and reluctant to try new things. But not every destination will have a convenient fast food...
View ArticleTop 5 Packing Tips for the Perfect Summer Escape
As airline baggage fees continue to rise with no end in sight, creative packing strategies have become the budget-savvy traveler's best friend.
View ArticleKeeping the Faith after the Tour
Post-tour activities can be the most important part of a faith-based tour. After all the trips are designed for people to gain enlightenment to bring home to their community, but sometimes they need...
View ArticleTop 10 Religious Attractions in the U.S.
Religious travel is often associated with the idea of Europe, the Middle East and other international destinations. But some of the greatest religious attractions are right in our own back yard. This...
View ArticleKeep Your Passport at Home
Religious Travelers often feel like the need to travel to Europe or the Middle East, when in fact there are plenty of great religious destinations within the United States borders.
View ArticleNegotiating Deals for Your Group
Negotiating deals for your group can be a nerve racking process. These steps will help guide you through this uncomfortable experience.
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