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Top 6 Things to Do in Santorini
Santorini is a stunning island in Greece and one of the most popular holiday destinations on the planet.
16/01/2018
Should You Volunteer with Raleigh International?
Lydia Stephens from the UK applied to volunteer in Nepal with Raleigh International. Here she shares her experience
14/01/2018
The French Riviera on a Budget: Cannes You Do It?
Known as the holiday destination for the rich and famous, from the casinos in Monaco, to the film festival in Cannes, there is no doubt that the French Riviera really does have so much to offer.
13/01/2018
Best Tour Operators for Solo Travellers
Do you want to travel and explore the world but you are worried about going alone?
12/01/2018
Top 10 Reasons to Volunteer in Costa Rica
Abi Phillips from the UK went travelling through Central America and decided she wanted to do something rewarding at the same time.
11/01/2018
Work & Travel USA: The Best Summer of My Life
Kristína Jašicová from Slovakia spend the summer of 2017 on a work and travel program in America which she arranged through travel agency InterExchange.
11/01/2018
Should You Work in the USA with Wild Packs? Are they Legitimate?
It’s that time of year again and the January blues have well and truly sunk in. The Christmas decorations are all boxed up and the Christmas chocolates have been all scoffed up.
10/01/2018
5 Reasons You Should Volunteer in Zambia
Erika De La Castro from the United States recently went to volunteer in Zambia and had a life changing experience.
10/01/2018
Liverpool Travel Guide
Famous for the Beatles and football Liverpool is a place you might want to visit if you are planning a trip to the United Kingdom. Check out our top travel tips for visiting Liverpool with advice for how to do it on a budget.
10/01/2018
10 Benefits of Teaching in South Korea
Moving overseas to teach English in a foreign country isn’t always an easy task to undertake. There are many challenges that come with it, as well as benefits.
10/01/2018
Top 10 Tips for Studying Abroad in Australia
If you’re thinking about going to study in Australia, there are lots of things you should know.
09/01/2018
Coffs Harbour Travel Guide
Check out our guide to Coffs Harbour which including everything you need to know about visiting this popular city in New South Wales, Australia. View a list of activities you should do, recommended places to eat and drink for both tourists and backpackers visiting on a budget, festivals you might want to experience and top tips for the best things to see.
09/01/2018
5 Things You Will Love About Volunteering in Sri Lanka
For many, Sri Lanka is a fairly mysterious country that isn’t often covered in media or other outlets.
08/01/2018
Useful Words & Phrases for Travelling in Iceland
If you are going to travel to Iceland then we highly recommend learning some of the basics of the local language.
05/01/2018
Why You Should Volunteer in Las Vegas
Vegas may be known as the gambling capital of the world, but there are many other businesses and organizations throughout the city that are in dire need of volunteers.
04/01/2018
5 Unique Volunteer Opportunities in Europe
When living your daily life, it’s easy to forget that there are people out there who need serious aid in order to get their lives back on track.
04/01/2018
How Working Abroad Will Change Your Life
Mark Robinson from New Zealand finished a sport and recreation degree but the thought of working full time in a job did not interest him in the slightest.
04/01/2018
Should You Volunteer in Thailand with Volunteering Solutions?
Debra Thomas wanted to help good causes in Thailand and applied to join a “Thailand Summer Volunteer Program” with international agency Volunteering Solutions.
03/01/2018
How To Say 'Hello' in 50+ Different Languages
What is one of the most commonly used words around the world? Have you guessed it... Hello!
03/01/2018
Top 5 Reasons to Work in America
Interested in the idea of going to work overseas? Wondering what position or destination to choose?
31/12/2017
Best Events & Festivals in Taiwan in 2025
Check out our guide to celebrations, traditional holidays and festivals in Taiwan held throughout the year.
31/12/2017
Why You Love Volunteering in Romania
When looking to volunteer abroad there are so many destinations you could choose, from the junges of South America, to the towwnships of Africa to developing countries in eastern Europe.
31/12/2017
5 Things You Will Love About Au Pairing in the USA
There are so many countries around the world you can apply to au pair and deciding where to go can be difficult.
31/12/2017
Why You Won't Regret Teaching English in Korea
Kenneth Quillinan from Ireland was looking for a change of job and direction. He decided to have a total change to his life and applied to work as a language teacher in South Korea.
30/12/2017
Should You Volunteer in Thailand with GVI?
Victoria Ireland joined a 3 month elephant reintroduction program in Thailand with Global Vision International (GVI).
27/12/2017
Events & Festivals in Russia
Russia offers an exciting calendar of events every year and you will find the locals as excited as the visitors. Russians are well known for enjoying a tipple and there are plenty of entertaining events centred around drinking.
23/12/2017
Phnom Penh 2 Day Itinerary
Phnom Penh is the bustling capital city of Cambodia, and a popular city to visit on any overland trip.
20/12/2017
Benefits of Cultural Exchange Programs
Exchange programs offer benefits to bost participants and host countries. For international students this is a great way to live and work abroad in a country like the United States.
18/12/2017
Useful Vietnamese Phrases for Travellers
Check out our essential Vietnamese words and phrases perfect if you want to grasp the basics of the language and are going to be travelling in Vietnam.
18/12/2017
Things to Consider Before Booking a Contiki Tour
Should you take a group tour aimed at young travelers? Are you thinking about going with one of the most popular operators, Contiki?
18/12/2017