How to Talk About a Disappointing Experience Abroad

How to Talk About a Disappointing Experience Abroad

How do you share the emotions surrounding a trip didn't live up to your expectations—without offending others? 
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How Dangerous is Delhi?

How Dangerous is Delhi?

Is it safe for women to study abroad in India? Perceptions can differ widely from reality.
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A Labour of Love

A Labour of Love

Em explains why she decided to study midwifery in Bali—and how it's given birth to new perspectives.
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Barriers to Learning Languages Abroad

Barriers to Learning Languages Abroad

Putting classroom lessons into a real-life context isn't always easy. 
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Dont Go Chasing Waterfalls

Don't Go Chasing Waterfalls

Mapping the path to Japan's picturesque Kakizore Gorge.
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A First-Timers Guide to Beating Culture Shock

A First-Timer's Guide to Beating Culture Shock

Four easy steps to battling homesickness before it happens.
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The Importance of Self-Care While Volunteering Abroad

The Importance of Self-Care While Volunteering Abroad

Taking time out from helping others to help yourself. 
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Getting to Know Your Fellow Volunteers

Getting to Know Your Fellow Volunteers

Emily discovers that not all volunteer abroad programs are built the same.
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How Dangerous is Delhi?

How Dangerous is Delhi?

Is it safe for women to study abroad in India? Perceptions can differ widely from reality.
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Top 8 Jobs for Digital Nomads

Top 8 Jobs for Digital Nomads

Taking your job online is quickly becoming one of the easiest ways to work abroad. These careers may be your ticket to becoming location independent.
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Before You Open Your Mobile Office

Before You Open Your Mobile Office

Three key considerations for would-be telecommuters.
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Seduced by Good Intentions

Seduced by Good Intentions

Planning to change the world? This veteran development worker says pitch the pretence and pack your humility.
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Beyond Angkor Wat

Beyond Angkor Wat

In shoulder-width tunnels four storeys underground, Cambodia's precious stone workers dig for that one gem that will lift them from poverty.
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The Welcome Sound of Silence

The Welcome Sound of Silence

Get some respite from Seoul’s fast pace through a South Korean temple stay.
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The Real Benefits of Volunteering Abroad

The Real Benefits of Volunteering Abroad

As Rebecca's time in India draws to a close, she reflects on what made her volunteer abroad experience worthwhile.
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Join the Great Orangutan Project for the absolute adventure of a lifetime!

Join the Great Orangutan Project for the absolute adventure of a lifetime!

Travelling to one of our ‘Great Projects’ is an experience or "taster" of what it would be like to work with animals in exotic locations and immerse yourself responsibly into a meaningful conservation project abroad.
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How to Start Your Career in China: Four Entry-Level Jobs

How to Start Your Career in China: Four Entry-Level Jobs

Want to head East, but don't want to teach English as a second language? Here are alternate options for globally minded professionals. 
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Why You Meet the Best People Volunteering Abroad

Why You Meet the Best People Volunteering Abroad

Rebecca reflects on the inspiring people she's met while volunteering in India.
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Five Things I’ve Learned from Volunteering in India

Five Things I’ve Learned from Volunteering in India

Rebecca shares the key skills that you'll need to navigate life in South Asia.
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Celebrating Holi in India

Celebrating Holi in India

Rebecca discovers the most colourful way to participate in India's iconic festival. 
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