Elevations Blog
Group Travel Inspiration, Ideas, and Tips
Mission Trip Ideas for Your 12-Month Youth Calendar
Youth Mission Trips Consider planning a youth mission trip to these areas of the U.S. severely damaged by storms in 2015: WA (10/15): Severe windstorm. SC (10/5): Severe storms, flooding. CA (9/22): Fires. KY (8/12): Severe storms, tornadoes, flooding, landslides,...
Adventures in Time Zones – Handling Jet Lag
If you would like some insight and tips on how to minimize jet lag when you travel, check out this great article in John Ayo's blog. John is a Naturopath, Speaker, and avid traveler and his mission is to make a positive and meaningful difference in people’s lives by...
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Ski Resort for Your Group Trip
What Do I Need to Think About When I Choose a Ski Resort For Our Group? If you'd like to take your youth group skiing this winter but need help choosing the location, consider which of the items below are most important to you: Wide range of terrain for all skier...
8 Benefits We Offer You That Online Group Booking Can’t
Why Use a Travel Agent? I Can Just Book Our Group Travel Online...Yes, you can. But here are the benefits of booking with Summit Quest that you miss out on when you book your group trips online:Direct access to decision makers - in case of issues (delayed flights,...
Should We Go by Air, Bus or Van for Our Group Trip? Pros and Cons of Each
Air Travel ProsShorter total travel timeCan travel farther (international also)Fun and educational view from the airplaneEntertaining people-watchingOn-board bathroomsEntertainment (Wi-Fi, movies)Air Travel ConsMost expensive (may limit participation)More time getting...
Top 5 Spots for Spiritual Reflection at YMCA of the Rockies
Looking for amazing places to take your youth group or hold your summer camp to support your teens in their faith journey? Check out the amazing sites at the Snow Mountain Ranch location of YMCA of the Rockies near Winter Park, Colorado - highlighted in YMCA's blog...