Tourist 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?

When Carly Vandergriendt witnesses a traffic 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.

When Carly Vandergriendt witnesses a traffic 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.

Packing light for your trip? Use your baggage allowance to help projects in need.

Packing light for your trip? Use your baggage allowance to help projects in need.

Armed 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.

Trina Moyles had been a bridesmaid before - but never in a wedding like this.

If you have a penchant for the past and don't mind a bit of dirt under your nails, diggers are in demand.

Solidarity, social justice and affordable digs in Mexico's largest city.

In the Sahel desert, music is the voice of its people.

Get some respite from Seoul's fast pace through a South Korean temple stay.

Sometimes, satisfying your wanderlust is as simple as re-discovering your own country.

Sometimes, satisfying your wanderlust is as simple as re-discovering your own country.

Why being a lift attendant is one of the best jobs abroad.

Five unique seasonal opportunities to work your way around the world.

Protecting the endangered African wild dog.

Volunteers in Cameroon promote widow rights instead of widow rites.

Volunteers in Cameroon promote widow rights instead of widow rites.

How international volunteers are saving the lives of strays.