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Think the old adage "It's better to give than receive" doesn't apply to your vacation? If one of your New Year's resolutions was to finally make a difference, we've mapped out seven trips that give back—all while getting your adrenaline pumping. Turns out that do-good vacations are actually some of the easiest (and cheapest) ways to find an off-the-beaten-path adventure like hiking the Himalayas, white-water rafting in Peru, or horseback riding in Turkey. You might just end up changing lives—yours included—and getting even more out of these journeys than you give. Plus, karma points make great souvenirs.
Published January 2012. Pictured: Horseback riding in Cappadocia, Turkey.
Information may have changed since date of publication. Please confirm details with individual establishments before planning your trip.
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