Meet Allie Elwell, who works as a unit publicist in Prague. Allie is the first in our upcoming series of profiles in our new Careers for Globetrotters column.  We'll be taking a look into the lives and backgrounds of people who are living their dream of working abroad - and find out the steps they took to get there.Before she started working as a unit publicist for major television productions, Allie Elwell didn't even know the job existed. However, once she got a taste of the whirlwind of set life, she was hooked. What was supposed to be a five-week contract, has turned into four years in the industry with no end in sight. You can often find her running around on set and scheduling behind-the-scenes shoots, while chugging coffee and juggling three cell phones. She doesn't have time for sugar-coating the details, and gives us her no-nonsense take on working abroad.This special issue is a series of video interviews with Allie.More >

Meet Diane Tisdall, who works as a Resource development manager in Mongolia. Diane is the second in our upcoming series of profiles in our new Careers for Globetrotters column.  We'll be taking a look into the lives and backgrounds of people who are living their dream of working abroad - and find out the steps they took to get there.Diane Tisdall lives in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, working for World Vision International. She is responsible for expanding private sector support for World Vision’s programmes in the region. Diane talks to us to about misconceptions, bundling up for winter, and how to take advantage of Canada’s youth internship programs.This special issue is a series of video interviews with Diane.Read this issue >

Features Why international non-profits want you to volunteerNew research sheds light on the reasons organizations take on international volunteers Bringing medicine to the Panamanian jungle, via boat A three-day river journey to a remote community in Panama's jungle is all part of the job for Floating Doctors volunteers. Moving mountains in NepalFaced with insurmountable poverty, there's little that many Nepalis can do to elevate themselves. Against the odds, Vishu Sijali is trying to change that. Video Careers for globetrotters: Freediving instructorThe first in our new series of videos exploring international careers, and ways to make a living from your passion.  Meet Mark Rogers, who runs the only freediving operation in the Caribbean. Departments Workwhere: Get a career edge via travelBe strategic about your international experience and stand out from the crowd. Voluntravelller: How to be a star volunteerAn element of uncertainty accompanies any international experience. Here are five tips to help you get and give the most as an international volunteer. Worldwise: The business of butterfliesHow the Zanzibar Butterfly Centre is empowering rural farmers to build their own businesses. And more!  Read this edition >>

Features The People of the Grey BullBritish doctor Stephen Fabes witnesses the challenges of delivering medical aid and building trust with nomadic peoples in Kenya.     International Jobs for All SeasonsSeeking an endless summer (or winter)? Five of the hottest—and coldest—short-term overseas jobs.  The Mourning AfterWidows in Cameroon are treated as second-class citizens. Cuso International volunteers work to change that.  Worldwise: Collaring the Painted WolfTracking and collaring the elusive and endangered African wild dog.   Departments Voluntraveller: Great ExpectationsHow to be an effective overseas volunteer—and an occasional tourist.   To the DogsFour organizations that are fighting to save street dogs.     Career Profile: The Packable PolyglotSay goodbye to nine-to-five with a career as a freelance translator.Workwhere: Have Skis, Will TravelIt's a seasonaire's dream. Why so many people get sucked into the liftie lifestyle.  How to Work "Abroad" in Your Own BackyardNo passport required for these work "abroad" programs. Q & A with American Gap Association Executive Director, Ethan KnightThe AGA's founder talks with Verge about setting standards for gap year program providers.   And more!  Read this edition >>

Features In Photos: Beyond Ankor WatIn shoulder-width tunnels four storeys underground, Cambodia's precious stone workers dig for that one gem that will lift them from poverty. Galapagos: Paradise on the BrinkTourist visits to this fragile ecosystem could soon reach more than a quarter of a million per year. Is it possible for your trip-of-a-lifetime to do more good than harm? One Life in a BillionWhen Carly Vandergriendt witnesses an accident in India, she is left wondering what the value of a human life is in a country where people aren't at a premium. Departments Inbound: From the Field: Editors' ChoiceA round-up of Verge editorial staff’s favourite blog posts over the past few weeks.   Packing for a PurposeAnother great reason to pack light.   Great Excavations: Volunteering on Archaeological Sites WorldwideIf you have a penchant for the past and don’t mind a bit of dirt under your nails, diggers are in demand.   The Beat of MaliIn the Sahel desert, music is the voice of its people.   Write of Passage: Working as a journalist in ThailandArmed with a journalism degree, Mai Nguyen thought she was prepared for her internship in Thailand. But a run-in with police taught her there’s a whole new set of rules here.   The House That Friends BuiltSolidarity, social justice and affordable digs in Mexico's largest city.   The Wecome Sound of Silence: Temple Stays in South KoreaGet some respite from Seoul's fast pace through a South Korea temple stay.   The Bakiga BridesmaidTrina Moyles had been a bridesmaid before—but never in a wedding like this.   And more! Read this edition >>

Features Top Jobs for the Outwardly MobileBecoming a digital nomad is quickly becoming one of the easiest ways to work abroad. These careers may be your ticket to becoming location independent. In All FairnessWhen it comes to tipping guides and porters, crunching the numbers may not give you the right answer. Take It and Leave ItJust how much are a couple of used mountain bikes worth in Cuba? More than you could know. Departments Inbound: From the Field: Editors' ChoiceA round-up of Verge editorial staff’s favourite blog posts over the past few weeks. Around the World By Thumb42,000 kilometres later, ultra-hitchhiker Thomas Francine gives his favourite mode of transportation two thumbs up. All in the FamilyHow to make sure the welcome mat stays out at your homestay. Go With Your GutHow could simply sticking to your diet enhance your cultural experience overseas? Spanish Language CentralIf "learn to speak Spanish" is on your to-do list, you'd best add Guatemala to your bucket list. The Hidden Costs of Volunteering on the CheapA budget philanthropist gets more than she bargained for. Healers of Lake BunyonyiA Ugandan traditional healer and a medical doctor are working together to tackle the evil spirit of malnutrition.      Video  Reality Check: Study Abroad in London, EnglandThe biggest challenge of studying abroad in London? There are just too many other things to do!     And more! Read this edition >>

Features Palming the Problem OffFor poor farmers In Nicaragua, palm plantations mean environmental destruction, chemical exposure—and a paycheque. Is there an alternative?   Home FreeIs there such thing as a free holiday? Maybe not, but housesitting comes pretty darn close.   Room to GrowOrganic farms in remote Costa Rica offer volunteers a model for sustainable living.   How Dangerous is Delhi?Is it safe for women to study abroad in India? Perceptions can differ widely from reality.   Departments In Case of EmergencyAsk these questions before buying travel insurance.   Top 5 Things Organizations Wish Volunteers KnewVolunteer-sending organizations share the inner secrets (not really) of their work.   Verge Q & A:  Working in International Development and Humanitarian AssistanceDevelopment professional and author, Maia Gedde on what it takes to break into the field.   International Internships: What's Your Return on Investment?Landing an international internships takes initiative—but in a global economy, the payoff is huge.   From Farmer to FarmerVolunteers help grow food security, one farmer at a time.   Turkey, With All the TrimmingsIn Istanbul, a shave and a haircut is very serious business.     Video  Reality Check: Teaching in Port-au-Prince, HaitiA day in the life of a teacher in the Caribbean country.   And more! Read this edition >>

Features Elephant Treks: Don't Get Taken for a RideElephants, freed from the cruelty of Thailand's logging industry, now face an equally grim prospect: Tourism.   Con VoyageHow to avoid scams, keep your cash—and still have fun.   A Duty to CareAre ad-hoc volunteers helping or hindering refugee relief efforts in Greece?   A World ApartWhen you’re alone and far from home, mental health issues can be magnified. How to cope during a semester overseas.   Departments Safe PassageRisk Managers' top tips for staying healthy, happy and safe while studying abroad.    Different Times of the MonthFor young women in many other cultures, Aunt Flo's arrival brings fear and shame. These organizations are working to change that.   Healthcare Work in International DevelopmentIt takes a special skill-set to work as a healthcare provider in an international development setting. Here's what you need to know.   Cultural Crash Course in IndiaVolunteering at an ashram offers a peek into one part of India's rich culture.   Playing it StraightKaitlin Ellen Bardswich imagines a world where she doesn’t have to mask being queer while travelling abroad.   And more! Read this edition >>

Features Indonesia’s New Marine AmbassadorsFor young Indonesians, a new land of opportunity could lie under the sea.   Do No Harm: Overseas Medical VolunteeringVolunteer health and medical placements abroad can be enormously beneficial, or terribly irresponsible. Here are five ways to avoid common pitfalls.   Farm Volunteering: How to Decode the ListingsGolden goose or red herring? A veteran WWOOFer shares his top tips for choosing a volunteer farm placement.   Departments From the Field Blog: Editors’ ChoiceA round-up of Verge editorial staff’s favourite blog posts over the past few months.   Crowdfunding: My Trip; Your DimeThere's a big difference between getting people to pay for your wanderlust and garnering support for a worthy cause.   How to Become an Expedition LeaderVerge asks veteran guide and instructor, Jade Bielski, just what it takes to become a top-notch expedition leader.   International Volunteering for ArtsiesDon't underestimate the contribution someone with an arts background can make on an international development project.   How to Find an Internship in SwitzerlandFor recent graduates looking for an unparalleled first work experience, Switzerland offers a wide array of internship possibilities.   Budget Airlines: No Frills Means No FrillsOn the upside, we had a lovely (frantic) side-tour of Rome.   And more! Read this edition >>