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Top 5 Reasons to Visit Prague
Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic and it is one of the most popular European city break destinations.
23/01/2017
10 Best Tech Tools to Engage Students
If teachers want to keep their students interested and engaged in their lessons, the best and the most innovational solution would be to use technology in the classrooms.
22/01/2017
Best Things to Do in Cambridge
Cambridge is a destination that is well known for its eponymously titled University and its 31 colleges.
20/01/2017
10 Alternative Teaching Abroad Destinations
Are you interested in going to teach abroad but undecided where to go?
17/01/2017
Useful Italian Words & Phrases for Visiting Italy
Italian is one of the most beautiful languages in the world spoken by around 66 million people, predominantly in Italy.
17/01/2017
10 Unusual Countries to Volunteer
There are so many extraordinary and alternative places to visit around the world.
17/01/2017
Top 10 Tips for Backpacking in Italy
Italy is a country of ancient history, fascinating culture, gorgeous landscapes and pizza!
15/01/2017
10 Mistakes Every International Volunteer Should Avoid
Are you considering applying to volunteer in your home country or abroad?
15/01/2017
10 Underrated Places to Visit on a Gap Year
When making a list of destinations to spend your gap year, some countries will undoutably be ahead of others for example Australia, New Zealand, USA, France, Spain, South Africa and Canada.
15/01/2017
10 Amazing Ways to Travel Overland & See the World
Travelling overland allows you to see more and do more compared to flying.
15/01/2017
Top 5 Reasons to Teach English in Hong Kong
Ruth Parker first visited Hong Kong 11 years ago when she volunteered at an orphanage close to the Chinese border at the tender age of 16. From that summer onwards her life was changed.
15/01/2017
2018 Summer Camp Recruitment Fairs
Are you interested in working at a summer camp in the USA? Looking to get hired on the spot? Summer camp representatives from across North America are flying to the UK in 2018 to hire staff for this summer. Make sure you don't miss out! View 2018 recruitment fair dates in England, Ireland, Scotland & Wales and get your summer sorted!
11/01/2017
25 Beautiful Destinations to Volunteer Abroad
Looking to visit some of the most spectacular places in the world? Would you also like to do something rewarding? Check out our list (in no particular order) of 25 incredibly stunning places you can volunteer...
11/01/2017
25 Most Spoken Languages in the World
According to the United Nations, the world population reached over 7 Billion in 2011. 7 Billion!!
10/01/2017
10 of the Best Places to Visit in the UK
The United Kingdom is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world with hundreds of places to visit.
10/01/2017
Best Ways to Spend Your Summer Break from Medical School
Are you a medical student wondering how you should spend the holidays?
10/01/2017
Camp America Packing Advice
Are you going to work at a summer camp in the United States for the first time? Don't have a clue what to pack?
09/01/2017
Tips How to Pass Your Camp America Interview
Once you have submitted an application to work at a summer camp you will need to have an interview with the company who is recruiting you to work in the USA.
09/01/2017
10 Useful Tips to Help with Language Barriers When Traveling
Are you planning to visit a new country? Don't speak the local language? Worried about how this might affect your experience?
07/01/2017
10 Underrated Countries to Teach English Abroad
Are you looking for a different teaching experience away from the usual hot spots?
02/01/2017
10 Things You Should Know Before Moving to China
Are you interested in the idea of moving to China? Or have you been offered employment there?
26/12/2016
Hurricane Otto Disaster in Costa Rica: How You Can Help
Costa Rica suffered a tradgedy on Thursday 24th November.
22/12/2016
Tips & Advice for Sailing on The Solent
If you’re looking for a stretch of water to spend some time cruising on a powerboat, or racing a yacht, or enjoying a luxury cruising boat, The Solent off Britain’s South Coast is a great choice.
21/12/2016
Best Campsites in Queenstown
Queenstown is one of the most popular and spectacular cities in New Zealand
If you are planning on going camping or renting/taking your campervan there are lots of fantastic places to stay in spectacular Queenstown in the South Island of New Zealand. Check out our top recommendations below...
19/12/2016
Top Reasons to Visit Palm Islands in Dubai
The Palm Islands in the United Arab Emirates are a beautiful man-made destination which offers travellers the chance to try out some water sports, do shopping or hang out on the beachfront.
07/12/2016
Best Campsites on the Central Coast of California
California is known for its world famous tourist attractions, cities, sunsets, and beautiful coastline.
07/12/2016
Hamburg 3 Day Itinerary
Hamburg is one of the best places to visit in Europe and on a long weekend you can easily see the sights and get a real appreciation for this modern multicultural city.
07/12/2016
Why Paris Should be Your First Break Away without Your Parents
Two years ago, Jasmine Hung was a fresh faced 18-year-old and had just completed her final year at a school where she had spent the last 7 years of her life.
07/12/2016
Hospitality: What Matters Most to Hotel Guests?
All hotels want the same thing, whether you are talking about an economy hotel or a luxury boutique hotel; to ensure that guests want to return time and again.
05/12/2016