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A three-day river journey to a remote community in Panama's jungle is all part of the job for Floating Doctors volunteers.
Docs Afloat
Bringing medical assistance to some of the world's most remote communities.
Once, practically any native English-speaking Caucasian could land a job teaching English abroad. These days, that's just not good enough.
Sometimes, getting your parents on board can be the biggest hurdle of all.
What are the most in-demand and highly sought-after professions for international work—and how can you get your foot in the door?
Be strategic about your international experience and stand out from the crowd.
Take the "Gap" out of "Gap Year"
Be strategic about your international experience and stand out from the crowd.
Operating on a shoestring budget, this non-profit is working to improve conditions for porters in Tanzania.
Bill Frederick kicks off Verge Magazine's new Travel Ethics column with a look at the counterpoint of competing values.
