Candace Lundberg
Feb 3, 2022
Our family had a great experience with SerVacations. We have four kids whose ages range from six to twelve years old. They all stayed entertained and captivated by the tour guide. It was easy to navigate with the kids. The food was fantastic. This is a great opportunity for your family to enjoy themselves while also helping others.
Justice Chamlee
May 16, 2024
We had a fantastic weekend! Our trip was so well organized. It was a pleasure not having to stress over logistics or setting an itinerary, and to simply enjoy the trip. Thank you!
Paul Meredith
Oct 11, 2023
Fred did a great job on our Miami- Ga Tech football trip. Everything was well planned and fun. We had problems getting through Atlanta airport TSA mess and arrived very late but Fred was kind enough to bring take out from the dinner to our hotel. We met a lot of great GT fans as well. Would definitely recommend
Susan Raines
Feb 3, 2022
We thoroughly enjoyed our SerVacations "Behind the Scenes in Champa Bay" experience! It was incredible to be able to walk in the tunnels of Raymond James stadium and see areas the general public does not have access to! Seeing the Brig, a luxury sky box and even the USF locker rooms was great! We even got to walk through the Bucs tunnel onto the actual football field! Amazing! Having the actual architect of the Pirate ship as the facilitator to share actual stories about the construction of it made this so special! And, having one of the facilitators that was a part of one of the Bucs Super Bowl seasons was so cool, especially since he brought his Super Bowl ring and allowed participants to actually try it on! Awesome!! Ending the evening with the Tampa Tarpons game and dinner was just icing on the cake! We have been to games for years but never had experiences in these facilities like we did through our SerVacations experience! It is also not something we have found anywhere else in Tampa Bay! Thank you so much! We will be participating in future events for sure!!
Anya Michelle Inman
Feb 3, 2022
We had a great time on this experience. Our tour guide Michael John was knowledgeable and entertaining. We learned a lot about the history of Tarpon Springs, the Greek American community, and the sponge diving industry. The food at Yianni’s Greek Restaurant was fantastic. Fred from SerVacations was very friendly as well. He took great care of us. We appreciated the details and communication. Thank you for a wonderful time!
Dan DeCicco
Feb 3, 2022
What a great time my kids and I enjoyed at the incredibly diverse history and culture of Tarpon Springs! I cannot say enough how organized SerVacations was...and the fact that they do this service to provide for others is a double win. There wasn't a single part that lacked professionalism and service throughout the trip. The genuine tour guides, locals of the area, provided depth and context to the rich history of the sponge trade in the 20th century. As a parent, you cannot beat the educational fun that was had on this trip --- can't wait for the next one. Thanks Fred!
Diana Walker
Feb 3, 2022
Great fun for the entire family. Highly recommend it.
James Sutherlin
Feb 3, 2022
Fun, family, vacation and educational event where even my kids can even get their summer volunteer hours! My family had a blast !!! Check it out...
Boe Ellis
Feb 3, 2022
SerVacations, and its leaders, have a huge heart for serving others, and for helping families like ours use our vacation time for a lot more than we have in the past. We attended the Tarpon Springs tour and were very impressed with the overall approach of the organization, the casual professionalism, local knowledge, the fun activities, the behind-the-scenes feel, and all of the local the flavors that we were able to experience way better with the guided tour than if we had tried to figure out all of that stuff ourselves. That alone would make this partnership super valuable, but on top of that we saved money against what we would have spent without SerVacations leading the way. Awesome time. Recommend to all.
Heather S
Feb 3, 2022
We participated in the Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks tour. The tour Guide was very knowledgeable. We really enjoyed seeing the heart of Tarpon. I would definitely recommend this trip for tourists and locals alike. A great trip for people of all ages. I hope to be able to use SerVacations again.
Candace Lundberg
Feb 3, 2022
Our family had a great experience with SerVacations. We have four kids whose ages range from six to twelve years old. They all stayed entertained and captivated by the tour guide. It was easy to navigate with the kids. The food was fantastic. This is a great opportunity for your family to enjoy themselves while also helping others.
Justice Chamlee
May 16, 2024
We had a fantastic weekend! Our trip was so well organized. It was a pleasure not having to stress over logistics or setting an itinerary, and to simply enjoy the trip. Thank you!
We empower organizations like faith-based & homeschool groups, companies, and affinity groups to offer their members spectacular vacations where guests volunteer during a portion of their trip.
A SerVacation™ travel tour experience incorporates volunteering into vacation and gives you the opportunity to return from your trip both physically and spiritually re-energized!
We have packaged itineraries to certain destinations where we work closely with local organizations to ensure that our service is sustainable and impactful. We collaborate with hotels, transportation companies, and other tourism providers to create seamless, memorable experiences for our clients. We can also customize a trip to a destination of your choice, according to your group’s needs.
Let us provide your homeschool group’s families with the opportunity to bring learning to life by discovering history, literature, science, and engineering in the places they actually happened! Mom’s and Dad’s can relax and leave the driving to us. With deluxe transportation provided, you can focus on having fun as a family and see more in the same amount of time. Below are some tour itineraries that are pre-designed with homeschool groups in mind, but we can also customize a tour to the destination of your choice. We will be adding new tours on a weekly basis, so keep checking back for new ideas! Group leaders, we can help make the planning seamless for you whether your are looking to fly or bus from your area, or if you wish to let everyone make their own travel arrangements and meet in destination at the group hotel. Give us a call or contact us by filling out the inquiry form to the right telling us what trips you might be interested in and a possible timeframe, and we’ll be back in touch shortly with a sample itinerary to help you plan a vacation that’s sure to please all your families!
Are you looking for meaningful , curriculum-based travel experiences with hands-on learning opportunities? Desire to show your children the importance of giving back? Our homeschool day trips combine volunteering and vacation into one, and are a unique and engaging way to supplement their classroom learning. By participating in volunteer vacations with SerVacations you are not only providing your children with unforgettable travels, but you are also instilling valuable lessons about community-building and service. And it’s not just a vacation for the kids! Parents and grandparents love the opportunity to relax for the day, meet other homeschool families, and experience new things through their children’s’ eyes. Group Leaders, please check out some of our sample tour destinations below. Tell us what you’re interested in by clicking “Ask A Question” to the right and we’ll be in touch with pricing, details, and availability, or call us at 813-498-2229 to get started planning your group’s tour. We provide you with a private URL for your tour, and take care of all the registration and payment for your group. We are adding new itineraries every week. If you have a location in mind, please let us know!
Enjoy a fun and educational weekend in the natural vacation oasis of Panama City Beach as we volunteer planting sea oats with a marine scientist to help with erosion control and to restore coastal habitat! You’ll stay at the brand new beachfront Hyatt Place, explore marine-biology and conservation with experts at Gulf World Marine Park, take an airboat ecotour of the intercoastal marshes, and much more! Just meet us with your family in Panama City Beach and we’ll take care of the rest. These amazing all-inclusive package prices include hotel, attractions, volunteer opportunity, transportation on Saturday, expert guides, meals listed above, and all taxes and gratuity: Double: $542 per person Triple: $470 pp Quad: $433 pp Five: $412 pp Six $397 pp Single $755 pp Contact us to schedule this trip for you and your group, and we will provide you with your very own trip page where your guests can register.
One of the best ways to build memories and personal connections is by serving alongside family and new friends. SerVacation tour experiences ensure that you have the time for relaxation and rejuvenation, but you'll also make a difference. Ultimately, you’re able to return back to your normal lifestyle with greater purpose, excited to share stories about your experience–both your times of leisure and your service times – and even share a stronger connection with your family, friends, or co-travelers.
Our tours visit all of the major attractions and even a few hidden gems — all with professional guides who will make you feel connected with the community that you are visiting.You can be assured that...
Our tours visit all of the major attractions and even a few hidden gems — all with professional guides who will make you feel connected with the community that you are visiting.
You can be assured that unless otherwise noted, all of the tours and attractions we visit are family-friendly. Most of our tours are designed as curriculum-based travel to supplement kids' experiences in the classroom or homeschool and enthrall adults of all ages as well.
Our single-day trips typically include an authentic lunch featuring tastes of the culture of the neighborhood that you are exploring that day.Multi-day trips include breakfast, and select lunches...
Our single-day trips typically include an authentic lunch featuring tastes of the culture of the neighborhood that you are exploring that day.
Multi-day trips include breakfast, and select lunches and dinners, with optional pay-as-you-go dinners so that guests can choose to socialize with their new friends and fellow guests or go explore on their own.
We offer opportunities for travelers to give back to the communities they visit through service-based projects. These projects can be customized to the interests and skills of participants, and they a...
We offer opportunities for travelers to give back to the communities they visit through service-based projects. These projects can be customized to the interests and skills of participants, and they are a great way to learn about new cultures while making a positive impact. All participants are sure to leave feeling great about their contribution.
Single-day SerVacations often include 2-3 hours of volunteering while multi-day tours have similar blocks scattered throughout the itinerary.
SerVacations are a truly great way to share the value of giving back with your kids, grandkids, or spouse and have an amazing time experiencing new adventures in the process! Foodies will enjoy our hand-picked restaurants, moms love the educational aspects of our tours, and everyone simply enjoys seeing the whole family have an awesome time together.
Most frequent questions and answers
A SerVacation™ tour experience is a single or multi-day tour that includes volunteer service opportunities at local charities in the morning, then an authentic lunch featuring tastes of the culture of the neighborhood that you are exploring that day, followed by visits to major attractions in that area and even a few hidden gems — all with professional guides who will make you feel connected with the neighborhood that you are visiting.
On our multi-day itineraries, you will stay at a full-service hotel with amenities suited for families. Transportation by a luxury coach is provided. All lunches and some dinners are included. Other dinners with the group are optional and pay-as-you-go.
We encourage you to get to know your fellow guests as SerVacations travelers enjoy a lot in common!
• Compassionate People who want to be a light to the world.
• People who enjoy getting to know new people and want to be treated by their hosts like family.
• Solo Travelers, Couples, and Families with all ages of children, early childhood, pre-teen, and teenagers.
• People who enjoy flexibility, but want to have their trip planned out for them so that they don't have to worry about the details unless they desire.
• Those who find service to others and vacation to be a way to recharge, where purpose in their lives can be revealed.
• Student and church groups, looking to serve while incorporating high-quality speakers and teachers on topics like marriage, parenting, youth leadership, etc.
• People who prioritize relationships with their Creator, and family, and serve others first.
• Those who are excited about connecting with the people, history, and culture in a given city and want to leave feeling like an honorary local who knows the heart of the city.
All kinds of groups enjoy SerVacations, here are just a few that our trips are perfect for:
Homeschool Family Groups
55+ Community Travel Groups
Faith-Based Groups – Care groups, Youth groups, Seniors
Singles Groups
Alumni Associations
Marriage Retreats
Family Reunions
Missions Pastors/Wives Conference
Corporate Retreat/Meeting
Corporate Alumni Travel
Absolutely. All of our tour packages and itineraries can be tweaked to some extent to include other destinations, specialty tours, and volunteer experiences that suit your group. You tell us about your group and your goals, and we can help brainstorm the perfect ideas to make it a one-of-a-kind trip that your group members will not soon forget!
Multi-day:
Deluxe transportation is always included on our multi-day tours.
SIngle-day:
Usually guests meet at one of a few pickup spots, or all meet at a particular attraction featured in the itinerary and then transportation if necessary is provided from there.
Our goal is to give you the day off from driving and leave all the logistics up to us so that your group can relax and enjoy your trip to the fullest.
If you see a particular tour itinerary that is of interest to you, please fill out a tour inquiry form on that tour description page and we will contact you shortly.
Can’t wait to discuss, or want to customize a tour, feel free to call our Chief Service Officer, Fred Carlson at 678-358-5567 or email him at fred.carlson@servacations.com!
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Unwind from the daily grind of life and spend quality time connecting with your loved ones, fellow travelers, and with your faith through our volunteer vacation experiences.
