
9 Weird and Wonderful Animal Encounters
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- Written by: Amelia McKinlay
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
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My most remarkable wildlife experiences volunteering in South Africa.

8th Annual Go Global Expo: Another Huge Success!
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- Written by: Verge Magazine
- Category: Latest program news & sponsored content
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Thousands of adventure-ready travellers and dozens of organizations offering opportunities work, study and volunteer in more than 100 countries make the Go Global Expo an event like no other.

G'day: EPIC Australian Travels
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- Written by: Downunder Travel
- Category: Latest program news & sponsored content
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Plan an EPIC holiday in Australia! When working or studying abroad, take some time out to enjoy unique landscapes, iconic wildlife and pristine beaches.

Life at a Different Pace in Peru
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- Written by: Roberta Fregolent
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
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Adjusting to a slower rhythm of living.

Why I'm Volunteering in South Africa
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- Written by: Amelia McKinlay
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
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I made a surprising discovery about the country's wildlife and people—and I want to change it.

The Hidden Homes of Bangkok
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- Written by: Kyle Anderson
- Category: Study Abroad Blogs
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How exploring architecture can be an exercise in fighting homesickness.

Life in the South African Bush
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- Written by: Amelia McKinlay
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
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I'd never lived outside a city. Now, I live amongst wild animals.

Ain't No Mountain High Enough
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- Written by: Roberta Fregolent
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
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When climbing to new heights means conquering a fear.

5 Tips on How to Improve Your Mandarin Learning
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- Written by: Meghan Carron
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
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Some tricks that have helped me along the way.

Trash Talk in Panama
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- Written by: Caroline Cassard
- Category: Volunteer Abroad
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A volunteer discovers solving waste problems isn’t as simple as a quick clean-up tutorial.

8 Things I'm No Longer Scared of After Volunteering Abroad
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- Written by: Saoirse Clohessy
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
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Volunteering abroad brings whole new meaning to the phrase "first-world problems."

A Ceremony I'll Never Forget
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- Written by: Daniel B. Sarvestani
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
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I was invited to help light a fire; little did I know that it would help light a fire within.

Cultural Differences Between China & America
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- Written by: Meghan Carron
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
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I'm learning the cultural norms now to save face later.

Southeast Asia & the Art of Motorbike Safety
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- Written by: Andrea Hoang
- Category: Travel Health
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No, the stamp in your passport is not a motorcycle license.

Helping Children to Overcome Obstacles in Peru
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- Written by: Roberta Fregolent
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
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I wanted to help—but first, I had to overcome a big fear.

An Introduction to Arequipa
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- Written by: Roberta Fregolent
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
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Roberta interacts with locals and discovers curiosities as she starts her placement in Peru.

Can Palm Oil Save Borneo's Rainforests?
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- Written by: Saoirse Clohessy
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
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Palm oil is known as the food product that's destroying rainforests. But is there more to the story?

Should I Volunteer with an Anti-human Trafficking Program?
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- Written by: Katie Bergman
- Category: Volunteer Abroad
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Stories of human trafficking survivors stir strong emotions. The desire to help is not a bad one; but the question is, how?

At the End of Your Bucket List
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- Written by: Jessica Lockhart
- Category: Travel Health
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What happens if you meet your untimely end while abroad? Here’s what you need to know.

International Aid: The Importance of Consultation
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- Written by: Daniel B. Sarvestani
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
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Your first task as an international volunteer? Learn to listen.