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Interested in going to teach English abroad? Wondering where the best destinations are to work? To help we have put together a guide to some of the most...
Wondering what you need to buy to climb the ancient Inca Trail and Machu Picchu? Start getting prepared and check our list of essential gear and things...
Wondering if Nepal a good country to volunteer? Interested to learn more about the experience and what is it like to actually live and work here? Liam...
Taking a TEFL course didn’t just change my life it has completely and utterly reshaped it. It allowed me to travel the world, live abroad and see...
Keen to go swimming with wild dolphins? Wondering where and the best times of the year to go are? View our guide.
Simon from the United Kingdom went to participate on a construction volunteer project in Kenya and the whole experience was eye opening. It affected him...
Working at a summer camp isn't just about the job, it is also about the great opportunitiy you have to travel and see more of North America. If you...
If you are planning a break to Turkey, whether on a city break, holiday or are going to live and work in the country it is important and also respectful...
Liam Welch was looking to volunteer abroad for the first time and he applied to join a building, construction and community based program in Nepal with...
Do you love to travel? Are you looking to escape your home town or country this summer with your partner? Looking for ideas where you can do more...
If you are going to be visiting India we highly recommend you try to pick up some of the basics of the language before arriving. India can be a huge...
Internships are recommended by both higher education and employers, they provide the chance gain practical hands on experience at any stage of your life....
In a country so cold and wet, it’s surprising that anyone would ever consider spending their nights in a muddy field, wrapped up in their sleeping...
Considering going to volunteer abroad? Need some motivation or encouragement to choose Zimbabwe as your destination? Check out the benefits or choosing...
Keen on the idea of visiting Salamanca? Good decision. This city is beautiful and a great day trip or places to visit for a longer stay. From Madrid and...
If you’ve done any type of research into the rail system in Japan, it can seem daunting or overwhelming. Compared to the other major cities of the...
Robert Ryan went to study in Germany and fell in love with the country. Everything from the people, culture and cities appealed to him and so when he had...
For centuries, human beings have celebrated the more macabre issues of life (and death) by throwing huge festivals. Often, societies believe that there...
Going to volunteer in Africa for the first time? Never done anything like this before? This can be a daunting experience but with our advice you can get...
Planning a trip to Cambodia? People in Cambodia speak Khmer, also called Cambodian, which is a facsinating language. Learning a few basic words and...
Looking for an incredible destination where you can escape the tourist crowds? Keen to give back? Check out our top reasons why you should volunteer in...
Mala Mwense was born in Zambia in 1984 but left the country at the tender age of 8 with his family to pursue a more prosperous life in the United...
View our guide to visa and entry requirements for studying abroad in Spain. Wondering if you need to obtain a visa to study in Spain? Wondering is it...
So, you’ve been talking about your year abroad for months and finally it’s time to get on that plane to Salamanca, Spain. But what’s...
Going to visit Denmark? Keen to learn some words and phrases to impress the locals? Trying to pick up at least the very basics of language is something...
Interested in working overseas? Looking to make the most money possible? Check out our list of countries by average annual wage has been calculated by...
Isabel Estrada-Tank had always dreamed of going to volunteer in Africa. And when she got some free time she applied and never looked back. This...
Ghana might not be the first country you think about when looking to go and give service in Africa, but this country will leave a big impression on you....
Are you wondering if going to teach English in China is a good experience? Is it enjoyable? Are there many challenges? Is it worth applying? Emily Ferris...
Nigeria doesn't get as much publicity in the mainstream media and so knowing what to expect when visiting, working or studying in this country can be...