Places
We are committed to the cultural and historical preservation of the destinations we visit, to help to ensure the past is present for the future – and to help foster understanding in an interconnected world. Through responsible travel practices and community partnerships, we aim to protect heritage sites, support local artisans, and promote cultural exchange for generations to come.
Sustainable Development Goals
The United Nations has established 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs); adopted by all United Nations Member States, they aim to address global challenges and achieve a better and more sustainable future for all. We are aligning our efforts with this framework of UN goals as sustainable travel protects our planet, preserves cultural heritage, and supports communities.
Our Sustainable Development Goals for Places focus on preserving natural landscapes, protecting biodiversity, promoting sustainable land use, and ensuring that our travel practices leave minimal environmental footprints. We support conservation efforts, encourage eco-friendly tourism, and engage in initiatives that restore and maintain the beauty and health of the destinations we visit.
Minute Man National Historical Park / Friends of Minute Man
Country: United States
Project: Restoration and Beautification for the 250th Anniversary
As the nation approaches the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, Minute Man National Historical Park in Massachusetts is preparing to commemorate the opening battles of April 19, 1775. With support from a Tauck grant, the park is undertaking restoration and preservation efforts to enhance the historical landscape, ensuring that the legacy of the Revolution is honored and accessible for generations to come. In April 2025, over 100 Tauck employees and their families volunteered their time to plant pollinator-friendly gardens, prepare walkways, and contribute to the overall beautification of the park. These efforts are part of a broader initiative to ready the park for the 250th anniversary events, which are expected to draw significant public interest and participation.
Learn more about the projectWeir Farm National Historical Park / Friends of Weir Farm
Country: United States
Project: 2025 Artist-in-Residence Program
At Weir Farm National Historical Park in Connecticut – once the home of American Impressionist Julian Alden Weir – art and nature continue to intertwine through the park's Artist-in-Residence (AIR) Program. In 2025, six visual artists have been selected to live and work on-site, each spending a month immersed in the landscape that has inspired generations. With support from a Tauck grant, administered by the Friends of Weir Farm, these artists receive housing, studio space, and a stipend to create new work and engage the public through open studio events. The program fosters contemporary artistic expression while honoring the park's legacy as a National Park for Art, ensuring that creativity remains a vibrant part of Weir Farm's mission.
Learn more about the projectDaughters of Hawai'i
Country: United States
Project: Preservation of Native Hawaiian Artifacts at Queen Emma Summer Palace
In the lush Nu'uanu Valley of O'ahu, the Queen Emma Summer Palace – Hānaiakamalama – stands as a cherished remnant of Hawai'i's royal past. Built in 1848 and once the summer retreat of Queen Emma, King Kamehameha IV, and their son, Prince Albert Edward, the palace now serves as a museum housing a collection of royal artifacts, furnishings, and regalia . Over time, Hawai'i's humid climate has taken a toll on these irreplaceable items, threatening their preservation. With support from a Tauck grant, the Daughters of Hawai'i are establishing a new climate-controlled space within the palace to restore and safeguard these cultural treasures. This initiative ensures that the legacy of Hawai'i's monarchy endures, allowing future generations to connect with the rich history and heritage of the islands.
Learn more about the projectGrand Teton National Park Foundation
Country: US
Project: Reimagining Mormon Row project at Grand Teton National ParkTauck has provided multiple grants over several decades to ensure the protection and preservation of the history and stories of Mormon Row – a "line village" (formerly called the Community of Grovont) that was one of the earliest communities settled by Mormons from the Salt Lake region; it was acquired to expand Grand Teton National Park, and is on the National Register of Historic Places. A longstanding supporter of the revitalization, Tauck actively participates in volunteerism including Hammer Corps, a program in which Tauck employees helped restore and preserve this iconic treasure.
Learn more about the projectLobkowicz Collections
Country: Czech Republic
Project: Restoration of the Antonín Dvořák Birth House
A Tauck grant supports the restoration of the Baroque birth house of celebrated Czech composer Antonín Dvořák; adjacent to Nelahozeves Castle, it is a very significant destination for music lovers worldwide. This national landmark will be developed into a center for education, inspiring and nurturing young musical talent with dedicated practice and performance spaces, courses, and workshops – and diverse outreach programs will offer new ways to appreciate and engage with Dvořák's life and music.
Learn more about the restoration