Wonder Voyage Blog
News, Stories, and Tips from Our Journeys.
Building Transformational Mission Trips and Pilgrimages: 3 Keys For Church Leaders
| By Jamie A Richardson | Travel Tips
Building Transformational Mission Trips and Pilgrimages: 3 Keys For Church Leaders
| By Jamie A Richardson | Travel Tips
Launch Year
The first year of Wonder Voyage Adventures was full of what makes this organization unique: relationships, community, and moments of wonder. See how these ingredients worked together to transition the Adventures company into the Wonder Voyage we love today.
Finding Wonder Everyday: Killing Your Shadow Beast
From a young age, we each develop fears: isolation, snakes, heights, public speaking. We all have them. This week’s post is an excerpt from Shawn Small’s pending memoir where he discusses the Shadow Beast from his childhood, how it developed, and what killed it.
Update: The Future of Wonder Voyage After COVID-19
Have you wondered how Wonder Voyage is handling the pandemic? Have questions about their plans moving forward? Legacy Director and Blog Editor Jamie Richardson did. So, she scheduled a one-on-one call with Executive Director Shawn Small to get some answers.
Video: The Future of Travel
Feeling grounded? Do you have a longing to travel right now? This film explains what the future of travel looks like for Wonder Voyage pilgrims. We look forward to celebrating with you.
Finding Wonder Everyday: Amazon Adventure Part 2
Executive Director Shawn Small shares his story of finding wonder even in the most personal of disasters in this third installment of his adventures in the Amazon.
Finding Wonder Everyday: Amazon Adventure Part 1
Executive Director Shawn Small shares his story of when his child-like wonder of an Indiana Jones-style adventure becomes his reality.
Finding Wonder Everyday: The “Lost Ark” Experience
Executive Director Shawn Small shares how seeing “Raiders of the Lost Ark” inspired him to live the adventures he does today.
Video: An Empty Chair
Wonder Voyage has concluded every pilgrimage in its 20-year history with a celebratory feast. This short film, “An empty chair,” highlights the meaning behind the tradition.
Guide Spotlight: Cheryl Small
Cheryl Small is the oil that keeps Wonder Voyage running smoothly. Learn more about her role in the organization, her heart for ministry, and how God impacted her life this year while on pilgrimage to Italy.