Welcome back to the Sunshine Travelers Podcast. Today’s episode is a special one — it’s not about a dream destination or a luxury getaway, but about the powerful impact travel can have when it’s driven by purpose. Today we’re talking about a different kind of journey — one that involves hammers, teamwork, and a whole lot of heart. Melissa recently returned from Paraguay, where she joined a Habitat for Humanity build, helping to construct safe and affordable housing for a family in need. This wasn’t about sightseeing or sampling local cuisine — it was about rolling up your sleeves, connecting with a community, and making a tangible difference. So in this episode, I’ll be turning the mic toward Melissa to hear all about her experience — what the work was really like, and what she brought back with her that no suitcase could hold.
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