Discover the Purpose in Paradise in a beautiful seaside village in the Mexican Caribbean! Join us for an unforgettable faith-based volunteer trip in Puerto Morelos, Mexico! In partnership with MyTrishAdvisor, Fe-Cations is a one-of-a-kind faith-based volunteer experience that combines meaningful community service with the adventure of travel. This trip offers the perfect balance of volunteering, faith connection, and fun excursions — all in a stunning Caribbean beach town.
Whether you’re an individual, family, or church group, Fe-Cations is designed for those who want to give back, grow spiritually, and experience the local culture of Mexico — with all the logistics and experiences curated for you!
You’ll spend part of your trip volunteering in the local church and community, supporting projects like community meals, youth programs, small construction or organization projects, and church services. Then, to refresh and experience Mexico, we’ll take you on incredible excursions like snorkeling, visiting cenotes, exploring town markets, and enjoying beach days.
Fe-Cations = Purpose + Fun + Connection.
At MyTrishAdvisor, we specialize in authentic, community-focused travel right here in Puerto Morelos. As locals, we work closely with churches and families to support real needs while creating unforgettable experiences for visitors.
With Fe-Cations, our mission is to combine faith, fun, and community service so that every traveler leaves with a full heart, new friends, and amazing memories.
If you've never been to Mexico now is your chance to get a taste of how truly amazing it is! This trip has two options of 6 days and 5 nights or 10 days and 9 nights. The price includes your stay, round trip van transportation, snorkeling the 2nd largest reef in the WORLD, swimming in the cenotes, some meals, and sunrise yoga! Whew, yes all that! Also, If you enjoyed the activities we did, you have the option to book extra activities while on the trip!
If you loved your experience as much as we want you to, we will have info for you about getting your temporary/permanent residency. Interested in staying longer in Puerto Morelos? I will have options and recommendations for your stay!
Let's fiesta with faith!
What is Fé-Cations?
In today’s fast-paced world, it can be challenging to sacrifice valuable vacation time for a week-long mission trip. Fortunately, a Fé-Cation offers the perfect solution. This term blends the Spanish word for "faith" with the English word "vacation," and is the perfect combination of mission trip and vacation. These experience-rich packages allow you to enjoy an exciting vacation in Mexico while also ministering to the physical and spiritual needs of the local community!
Who's Behind It?
Alan and Rebecca Morris have a combined total of more than 60 years of experience in Christian ministry. In addition to their work in the United States, they have also served in over 50 countries. Now in their "retirement years," they have chosen to focus their efforts on helping the less fortunate in Mexico. In addition, Trisha Cruz - a passionate traveler, content creator, and travel coordinator with a knack for bringing people together. Originally from Iowa, she traded cold winters for the warmth of Huntington Beach, California, before setting her sights on Mexico. With years of experience organizing trips—from private getaways to large group adventures—she has helped countless travelers explore new destinations, whether for weddings, family vacations, girls’ trips, or corporate retreats.
As the face behind @mytrishadvisor, Trish has been sharing her adventures through YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook, offering travel tips and showcasing the beauty of the places she visits. Now, she’s taking it a step further by collaborating with Fe-Cations, a unique volunteer-travel experience that blends purpose with paradise.
Where Is This Based?
Puerto Morelos (PM) is a small town located about 20 min from the Cancun airport and 30 minutes away from Playa Del Carmen. The small town feel with the closeness to larger towns and an international airport draws a lot of people to come to visit, move to and explore this area! We have stunning sunrises and colorful sunsets with the 2nd largest reef in the WORLD right offshore! The people that live here are what really makes this town so special! You will feel right at home with everyone making you feel welcome, while also expanding your faith to this beautiful beach town!
How Will Our Volunteer Work Help?
The first priority is crisis assistance, which encompasses medical aid, hunger relief, and disaster services. The second priority is community engagement and empowerment, offering services such as English-language classes, vocational training, community events, and educational opportunities. The final priority is global church growth, which promotes cooperation among churches to address community needs and achieve shared goals. Your volunteer work will make a difference in all these goals we set for change!
We hope you join us on this amazing collaboration endeavour!
See you soon in Mexico!
Trish & Fe-Cations
I encourage people to travel to Mexico despite the negative media. We want you to feel safe as possible and know that we can not control everything but want to do the best we can! So first we do want to mention we will need proof of travel insurance for your stay.
We want to take into consideration of weather issues and closures due to issues beyond our control but please remember travel doesn't always go as planned. Please be patient if we have to make any travel changes along the way.
Since this is a trip of volunteer work, faith and fun, we want to make sure you're as prepared for travel as you can be!
Additionally, the tour is listed as a package, and no price adjustments will be given if someone wants to "opt-out" of an included activity.
You will secure your spot with a $200 USD deposit. The deposit is non-refundable and the remaining balance is due in increments of a payment plan.
We have a payment program that after the deposit you can break the balance into 3 payments to make it easier for those that may not have the money all at once!
During your Fe-Cations experience, you’ll stay in one of two comfortable vacation rentals located right in the heart of central Puerto Morelos, just a 5-minute drive from the beach and town square. You'll be close to local shops, restaurants, and the church where we’ll be serving, making it easy to immerse yourself in the community. Each accommodation offers a cozy, authentic atmosphere with essential amenities to ensure a relaxing stay after a day of volunteering and adventure. Whether you’re enjoying quiet time or connecting with fellow travelers, this will be your perfect home base for the week!
Rooms:
Include A/C, Internet, TV, towels, and room setups below
1 room with two single beds
1 room with 1 King bed and Bathroom
1 room with one queen bed
(Private room at extra expense).
Getting around:
Walking distance to everything!
The location of the rental is about 5 minute drive from the beachside! Puerto Morelos is very small so you will be able to walk about 10 minutes down the beach to be at the main pier area. This is also where the famous "Puerto Morelos" sign is to take lots of photos!
Walk a 1 block more from the pier and you go to our very well-equipped grocery store called Chedraui! You can stock up on snacks, fruit, and any other items you might want while staying at the hotel. With in walking distance, we have a local fruit stand that makes fresh juices daily!
Taxi prices:
To La Colonia: $50 - $70 pesos
Playa Del Carmen / Cancun: $600 Pesos
Collectivos: $10 pesos
These are vans that act as small buses to get around. If you are a little more adventurous and want to save money you can take this for $10 pesos a person from the beachside to the Colonia side of Puerto Morelos. This is the part of town that is where the people that live here full time live for the most part. It's safe!
(NEEDS TO BE UPDATED)
In the event that you need to cancel your trip, these fees will be applied:
• Between Now - May 1st, We retain only the non-refundable deposit ($200)
• Between May 2nd till June 1st, We retain 50% of the tour price.
• Between June 2nd till July 1st, We retains 75% of the tour price.
• Between July 2nd and till departure date, We retain 100% of the entire tour price.
ADD-ONS -
A single room for the duration of the trip is an extra cost of $250. -- This can not be canceled or refunded closer than 60 days prior to your trip.
Your stay during the trip (depending on package 10 days or 6 days) will be located at one of 2 vacation rentals in the center of Puerto Morelos.
Includes a select few snacks, drinks, dinners, breakfasts and lunches.
Snorkel the 2nd largest reef in the WORLD! (Gear Included)
A day trip to 4 amazing cenotes, lunch, lifejackets and guide included!
Round trip transfers from the Cancun airport to the hotel. Shuttles only.
(for 10 day package) 1 hour class with my husband Diego Spanish Tutor! We will have fun and learn Spanish!
Select Transportation included for excursions.
Enjoy a group bible study followed by a beautiful sunrise on the Puerto Morelos beach!
Church will be on Sundays, You are invited to attend and take part in our community coming together!
You'll be apart of volunteering to cook tamales for our church , while getting to indulge in some of your own!
This is a volunteer opportunity, therefore you will not be provided pay for any and all outreach & volunteer work.
Flight are not included. We need flight details at least 1 month in advance. Keep in mind shuttle times. Off schedule pick ups and departurs will be in "ADD-ONS' tab..
Meals not outlined in the itinerary or labeled "on your own" are not included.
This can be off time Airport Transportation, tours and activities.
Alcoholic drinks are included in some meals. Extra drinks are purchased on your own.
Shuttles outside of the group arrival time will be an add on.
It is HIGHLY recommended to travel with travel insurance. If anything does happen in Mexico you have to pay CASH for services. This could be mean life or death so please travel with insurance.
All payments processed have 1% Service Fee, Credit Card payments have an additional fee of about 2.99%
You will purchase these when we have unscheduled activites in town. We have lots of great shops! There will be gifts for purchase at the end of your trip!
Tips are not included in the overall price, you are responsible for tipping service workers!
Fly into Cancun (CUN)
Heading to your hotel in Puerto Morelos which is about a 30 min drive.
Airport Shuttle
We will ask prior to the trip about your flight details and put you on a shuttle preferably before 3pm. (As this would be optimal for arrival time). If you would like to come at a different time or from a different location, we can help to arrange that for an additional cost.
Arrive To Rental before 3pm: Check In
6:00pm Introductions and Bible Study!
7:30pm Welcome Dinner is served, Welcome gifts are given. (Potluck Food provided by church and one drink included). Additional drinks are on you.
Scan QR Code to add to our trip collaborative photo album while you're having the adventure of a lifetime with us!
8-9am: Breakfast (Included)
9:30am: Leave For Snorkeling with Transport (See details on my website: Click Here)
After Snorkeling (12:30pm -1:00pm) : Lunch Beachside (Not Included)
2-5pm: Free for Outreach Time
The rest of the evening you are able to explore the little town, enjoy the beach and then have dinner on your own time and schedule! You will have the evening to yourself for dinner. We will have lots of recommendations ready for you so do not worry! One thing we are NOT short on in Puerto Morelos is places to eat! You will see others on the trip and don't be afraid to ask them to join you for dinner and make new friends!
What's Included:
What To Know:
What To Bring:
Get to know this area by going on a fun adventure! You can do any of the following activities for an additional cost (check out the "ADD ONS" section for more details!):
Additional add-on options:
-Dive the reef
-Visit 2 cenotes (underground rivers) with ATV and ziplining (Return by 1 pm)
-Salsa dancing class at a local bar
-Massages
The rest of the afternoon you are able to explore the little town, enjoy the beach and then have dinner on your own time and schedule.
For the options for diving, I will just need to know the level that you have completed or if you would like an intro class. Just an FYI we have THE BEST areas to learn because you can walk right into the beach and see beautiful coral, fish, turtles, and more! Please email me at MyTrishAdvisor@gmail.com
8am-12pm: 4 amazing cenotes to leave you feeling like Indiana Jones!
Included:
Cenote location has:
1pm-5pm: Outreach!
6pm: Dinner on your own! (Free Time)
Join us for a beautiful beachside sunrise bible study and an afternoon of outreach!
6:45am: Sunrise Bible Study & Snacks with Sweet Bread!
8am-10am: Breakfast on your own!
10am-4pm: Outreach
Rest of the evening: Free Time
Our last night together! Today we will have church service, followed by church lunch and a goodbye dinner!
10am-12pm: Church Service (9 Min Walk)
12pm-1pm: Lunch at Church
1pm-5pm: Outreach Time
5pm: Slideshow & Goodbye Dinner for our 6 day package travelers. (Sign your name in our volunteer book, share your pictures from the trip and tag us!)
The trip has come to a close for our 6 day package travelers but memories and friendships will last a lifetime!
8am: Breakfast
9am: Morning Bible Study
11am: Beach Yoga
12pm: Explore the town/Free Time!
Please tag us on socials when posting! @fecations on Instagram and Facebook!
8am: Breakfast
9am-12pm: Outreach Work + Snacks
12pm-2pm: Cook Tamales at the church!
2pm-4pm: Serve food and dine with church and local community!
Rest of Night Free Time
7am-6pm: Chichen Itza Deluxe Private Tour!
6pm: Free-Time
Free day for shopping, relaxation, or optional excursions.
1pm -3pm Spanish Class at Beach Club!
4pm-5pm: Goodbye Dinner and Farewell celebration with the church! Thank you for all of your help in faith! (Slideshow)
The trip has come to a close offically! We hope you enjoyed you stay and experience!
8am: Small Breakfast
Sign Our Signature Book Before You Leave!!!
Return Transport
Note: Gifts and Swag Bags Available for Purchase!
Don't forget to add to our trip collaborative photo album before you leave us!
Thank You For Joining Us!
Please tag us on socials when posting! @fecations on Instagram and Facebook!
