11-day recovery trip to Thailand
UPCOMING TRIP: JANUARY 01-11. 2023
WHERE WE GO AND WHAT WE DO.
EXPLORE BANGKOK - THE HISTORIC CAPITAL CITY
Explore the buzzing capital city of the "The Land of Smiles." Visit the city's historic tourist sites and experience Khaosan Road - Southeast Asia's biggest backpacker hub!
INFO SESSIONS WITH INSPIRING LOCAL ACTIVISTS
Meet with experts at local NGOs and learn from their experiences helping rescue women stuck working in the red light district of Bangkok. Understand the roots of human trafficking in Thailand, and what is being done to help prevent it.
EXPERIENCE CHIANG MAI - NORTHERN CULTURE!
Ancient temples, elephant sanctuaries, charming night bazaars, and chic nightlife define Chiang Mai and make this small city a favorite destination for tourists and digital nomads from around the globe.
HALF-DAY VISIT TO ELEPHANT SANCTUARY!
This is NOT your typical "tourist" elephant camp. We have gone above and beyond to find a family-run elephant sanctuary where the elephants are well loved and you can feel good about a mutually beneficial visit with these majestic creatures. Walk them, bathe them, and swim with them in a large hillside sanctuary
ESCAPE TO CHIANG RAI - MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
Nestled way up in the Golden Triangle region of Thailand, Chiang Rai and the surrounding villages are where we'll experience the charming, rural life that is lived in much of "The Real Thailand." We'll visit local schools and teach Thai children English, sports, and arts
THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE - LEGENDARY BEAUTY
Take a tour through the Golden Triangle - the rural part of the county! Enjoy longtail boat rides around the border with Laos, waterfall hikes, and tap into the pristine beauty of Southeast Asia's most beautiful region.
EMBARK ON A JOURNEY OF SPIRITUALITY
By beginning each day with a meditation, yoga, or Tai Chi session, immersing in service, rebuilding a healthy body and soul connection, experiencing freedom from judgment and everyday worries, and reflecting on each day’s experiences.
DAILY MEETINGS WITH NIKKI.M.
Reflect upon each day with a meeting led by recovery guru Nikki.M. (Toronto). Where we will be discussing topics that came up during the day and connecting them back to sobriety.
FUN SOBER ENVIRONMENT
“We are not a glum lot”. Enjoy a booze-free trip, with members of all 12-step fellowships. in addition to the meetings, mediation sessions, and afternoon with the Chiang Mai recovery community that have been added to the itinerary, adventure with purpose has added fun sober activities, such as karaoke night, Mocktail night, and a legendary Alcohol-free pool party.
AWESOME GROUP ADVENTURE EXPERIENCES
Then obviously there is lots of fun to be had with an incredible group of beautiful, like-minded people from all backgrounds, walks of life, observance levels, and locations. All AWP trips have their fair share of hikes, swimming in natural water sources, adventure activities, and of course nights out with sober activities. Make great friends, see great sites, do great things ...
WHAT YOU’LL EXPERIENCE ON OUR THAILAND TRIP.
GIVE BACK
One of the purposes of life, as well as one of the most fulfilling and meaningful things to do, is to positively influence the world around you. Based on a lot of research on how to avoid the pitfalls of short term voluntourism, AWP gets involved in some hands on volunteering through local organisations who are working with some of the most vulnerable people in society. Building, planting, painting and teaching English to kids and creating a lasting impact on the lives of all involved.
GET A NEW PERSPECTIVE ON LIFE AND THE WORLD.
Adventure with purpose trips take you out of your comfort zone and empower you to find clarity, joy, direction and inspiration in your life. Facilitated discussions, mindfulness and meditation sessions, morning stretching and experiential education help people tap into their potential, break down obstacles and move forward happily and healthily in life. Start implementing practical tools towards personal mastery, leadership and contribution
DISCOVER A NEW CULTURE
Adventure with purpose trips take you into the heart of the local culture; to the must see tourist sights and then off the beaten track to where no other tourists ever go. Meet locals from all walks of life, learn some of the local language, religion, customs, folktales and beliefs, taste the local food and see the bustling cities and breath-taking nature. Balance all this by gaining a real insight into the issues facing the country from some of the inspirational people working there to make a real change.
ENHANCE YOUR RECOVERY.
Reflect upon each day’s experience via meetings with members of the sober community led by Nikki.M. (Toronto). Learn and practice Thai meditation. Morning yoga and Tai Chi sessions will help you rebuild your mind and body relationship. Create new friendships with members of the fellowship, and see the effect your recovery can have on seemingly unrelated issues.
EXPERT AND EXPERIENCED GROUP LEADERS, GUIDES AND FACILITATORS IN THE AREAS OF LOCAL CULTURE, PERSONAL GROWTH, GROUP DYNAMICS, AND SOCIAL JUSTICE.
EVERYTHING INCLUDED IN YOUR PROGRAM COSTS
DOMESTIC TRANSPORTATION:
All domestic group flights, inter-city VIP buses, and pick-up trucks to take you around the country in style. Thai-Style, that is!ACCOMMODATIONS:
Simple, clean hotel accommodations for all nights of the program. Wifi Available. IMPACTFUL SOCIAL JUSTICE PROJECTS:
Meeting with and working hand in hand on real projects making a discernible difference with several of the best NGOs fighting human trafficking in Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai.CULTURAL EXCURSIONS:
Hikes to a waterfall, guided tour of the Golden Triangle, adventure activities in Chiang Mai, boat rides, half-day elephant sanctuary excursion, and more! DAILY MEALS:
Breakfast and one meal provided daily and free time to get your other meal. Always enough food but if you are a bit picky or like certain snacks, please feel free to bring what you like with you.NOT INCLUDED:
International Airfare Additional optional activities 3rd meal on some days of trip Tips to local guides, drivers, and staff ($75 recommended)End of trip COVID PCR testing TRIP COST: $2,499
*WITH COMPLETED REGISTRATION PROCESS 6 WEEKS PRIOR TO THE TRIP (WITHIN 6 WEEKS AN ADDITIONAL $150 LATE REGISTRATION FEE APPLIES). DOES NOT INCLUDE AIRFARE.INSTALLMENT PLANS AND FUNDRAISING OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO HELP!