Home-Base in Dharamsala, India.After a day of volunteering or a weekend of travel, it’s important to know that you have a safe and comfortable place to return to. That’s why we provide a Home-Base in each country for all of our volunteers. The Cross-Cultural Solutions Home-Base is your home away from home. Here, you’ll have the chance to connect with CCS staff and fellow volunteers, enjoy healthy, authentic meals, reflect on your experiences, or just relax.
We take care of all of your daily needs, including transportation to and from your volunteer placement. The CCS office is even located in the Home-Base, giving you unlimited access to our staff and all they have to offer. By providing a CCS Home-Base with a full-time staff, we create a safe and warm environment for all of our volunteers without ever burdening the local community.
Lodging
Our typical housing consists of a comfortable house in a safe, conveniently-located neighborhood. Clean, modest accommodations with shared occupancy rooms are the standard. Double-occupancy rooms are available in select locations. The CCS Home-Base always has basic amenities like linens and running water (including hot water where locally appropriate) and access to a telephone. Internet access is within walking distance.
Meals
Home-cooked meals and snacks are another great benefit of the Home-Base. Each day, mealtime is an exciting way to enjoy authentic food provided by CCS staff cooks and to share stories with new friends. The food is delicious and healthy and takes full advantage of local cooking traditions. We make sure to provide plenty of bottled water and fruit juices that are safe to drink.
Transportation
CCS licensed drivers will greet you at the airport upon arrival, and provide you with safe transportation to all volunteer placement sites and Cultural & Learning Activities. Our staff also coordinates drop-off at the airport for our volunteers.
Explore the CCS program sites below to learn more about the Home-Bases.
Africa
Ghana—Volta Region
Morocco—Rabat
South Africa—Cape Town
Tanzania—Bagamoyo and Kilimanjaro
Asia
China—Xi'an
India—Dharamsala and New Delhi
Thailand—Bangkok
Eastern Europe
Russia—Yaroslavl
Latin America
Brazil—Salvador
Costa Rica—Cartago and San Carlos
Guatemala—Guatemala City
Peru—Lima
