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The Thrifty Traveller Issue: Meaningful travel that costs less.

Not Just for Kids: Volunteering Abroad for Retirees

People with decades of experience bring valuable skills to a volunteer placement.

2025's Best Destinations for Sustainable Travel

From tourism laws protecting the natural environment, to support for ethical cultural tourism, these countries are leading the sustainable travel movement.

How to be an Amazing Volunteer: Q & A with Susan E. Gibson

With decades of field experience in the international development sector, author Susan E. Gibson knows what it takes to be a great overseas volunteer.

How to Become a Safari Guide

Looking for a life change? Try an accredited field-guiding program in one of Africa's biodiversity hotspots.

Top Study Abroad Destinations for 2025

Sometimes the biggest challenge is deciding where to go.

Tips For Making Study Abroad More Affordable

The perceived cost of studying abroad stops many students in their tracks. Here are 9 ways to avoid breaking the bank.

International Job Hunting Strategies That Work

Advice from recruiters and expats to help you land that job abroad.

Travel with purpose. Travel for good.

images/2021-favimage/volunteer.jpg#joomlaImage://local-images/2021-favimage/volunteer.jpg?width=800&height=531 — From deciding whether volunteering overseas is right for you, to choosing a program, to getting on a plane. Hear from overseas volunteers about what it is really like in the field.

Volunteer Abroad

images/2021-favimage/work2.jpg#joomlaImage://local-images/2021-favimage/work2.jpg?width=800&height=534 — Seasonal work, teach abroad, international careers and more. Where to start, what to expect, and how to get it done.

Work Abroad

images/2021-favimage/ethical.jpg#joomlaImage://local-images/2021-favimage/ethical.jpg?width=800&height=534 — Overtourism and the problems it creates may make you feel like giving up your passport. But there is a better way.

Ethical & Sustainable Travel

images/2021-favimage/budget5.jpg#joomlaImage://local-images/2021-favimage/budget5.jpg?width=800&height=534 — Make the most of your time overseas while spending the least amount of money. Budget travel for the conscientious traveller.

Budget Travel

images/2021-favimage/study.jpg#joomlaImage://local-images/2021-favimage/study.jpg?width=800&height=534 — Going abroad as a student, whether it is for a semester, a year or an entire degree, is one of the most accessible opportunities to live abroad meaningfully.

Study Abroad

images/2021-favimage/gapyear.jpg#joomlaImage://local-images/2021-favimage/gapyear.jpg?width=800&height=534 — More and more people of all ages taking time out to travel meaningfully—a trend that is being encouraged by educators and employers alike.

Gap Year Travel

images/2021-favimage/career.jpg#joomlaImage://local-images/2021-favimage/career.jpg?width=800&height=533 — To get an international job, you need international work experience. How do you land that first gig?

International Careers

images/2021-favimage/event.jpg#joomlaImage://local-images/2021-favimage/event.jpg?width=800&height=534 — Ready to take the next step? Meet with organizations from around the world that can help you plan your travels.

Travel Events

Details: By Kendra Borutski; Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs

Despite the ice cold showers and constant noise, this "blondie" blogger is learning to love Guyana.

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Beyond Disaster Relief: Development in Haiti — Natalie explains the difference between comparatives and superlatives to Robinson, one of her students, in beginner English class. -

Details: By Natalie Gilbert; Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs

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.

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Being A Foreigner in Nicaragua — Clare (right) working with two students from the National Autonomous University of Nicaragua, Yodessca and Karen. -

Details: By Clare Esler; Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs

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

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Details: By Charity Yoro; Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs

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

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Day in the Life of an Intern in Ghana — Interns Nora (left) and Camaro start their workday. -

Details: By Camaro West; Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs

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

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First Day of an Internship Abroad — Hunar stands in front of a hotel in Mumbai. -

Details: By Hunar Chandhok; Category: Work Abroad Blogs

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

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Details: By Beth Saunders; Category: Study Abroad Blogs

How to prepare for a semester abroad.

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How to Stay Vegetarian on an Overseas Volunteer Trip — Gado-gado—a vegetarian “hot salad” with peanut sauce—is cooked in homes and restaurants across Bali. -

Details: By Noa Glow; Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs

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

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Details: By Andrew O'Dea; Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs

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

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