To celebrate the holiday season, the GoErinGo! Fund is donating $2,500 for one open-heart surgery for a child in South America.

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I met Julia at a hostel in La Paz, Bolivia. As we chatted, it became clear that Julia was the poster child of volunteering abroad, with several significant stints under her belt.

Here’s a taste of Julia’s volunteer experiences in Iceland, Bolivia, the Galapagos and Cambodia:

Valle de la Luna is located in Chile’s northern Atacama desert. Known for its lunar-like landscapes, the Mars Rover was tested here in the tough terrain.

During my tour of the desert, I got to visit 4 remarkable landmarks of natural beauty, full of color and textures: