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Nearly three years after Haiti's 2010 earthquake, blogger Natalie Gilbert visits the country to discover that there's plenty to the country beyond the rubble.

Being A Foreigner in Nicaragua

Details: Written by: Clare Esler; Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs

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Dealing with the unexpected abroad; issues of power and privilege.

Dealing with Disappointment in the Developing World

Details: Written by: Charity Yoro; Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs

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After a year working abroad, Charity redefines her definition of success.

Day in the Life of an Intern in Ghana

Details: Written by: Camaro West; Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs

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A play-by-play of an overseas intern's schedule.

First Day of an Internship Abroad

Details: Written by: Hunar Chandhok; Category: Work Abroad Blogs

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First days of work are hard enough. But what happens when that first day is in Mumbai?

Study Abroad Preparation Checklists

Details: Written by: Beth Saunders; Category: Study Abroad Blogs

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How to prepare for a semester abroad.

How to Stay Vegetarian on an Overseas Volunteer Trip

Details: Written by: Noa Glow; Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs

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Volunteering abroad in Bali doesn't have to mean sacrificing dietary choices or restrictions.

The Rewards of Volunteering Overseas

Details: Written by: Andrew O'Dea; Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs

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Midway through his project, Andrew shares his thoughts on how to make the greatest contribution as international volunteer.

Learning New Words in an English-Speaking Country

Details: Written by: Kendra Borutski; Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs

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Guyana's official language may be English, but blogger Kendra feels like she's learning her native language all over again.

Saying Goodbye to Ecuador

Details: Written by: Rudayna Bahubeshi; Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs

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Just after the culture shock has worn off, Rudayna learns that she's moving from Ecuador to Nicaragua.

The Manali Magic Bus Ride

Details: Written by: Carly Vandergriendt; Category: Work Abroad Blogs

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Carly finds magic in a simple bus ride from Shimla to Manali.

Preparing to Study Abroad: From Newfoundland, Canada to Prague, Czech Republic

Details: Written by: Beth Saunders; Category: Study Abroad Blogs

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Verge's first study abroad blogger gets ready for her upcoming semester in Europe.

5 Tips to Finding Fabulous "Frip"

Details: Written by: Charity Yoro; Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs

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How to stretch your overseas intern salary by investing in secondhand clothing.

Tips and Tricks to Avoiding Travel Trouble

Details: Written by: Dylan Muñoz; Category: Study Abroad Blogs

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Advice from an International Volunteer Coordinator

Details: Written by: Rudayna Bahubeshi; Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs

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How to make a meaningful contribution while volunteering overseas.

How to Find an Internship in India

Details: Written by: Hunar Chandhok; Category: Work Abroad Blogs

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Business student Hunar shares her advice for landing your dream internship overseas.

Guyana's Caribbean Identity

Details: Written by: Andrew O'Dea; Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs

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Andrew O'Dea thought he was going to volunteer in South America. Instead, he wound up in the Caribbean.

5 Reasons Why You Should Study Abroad

Culinary Comforts in the Developing World

Culture Shock in Guyana

Beyond Disaster Relief: Development in Haiti