A Thai-dal Wave of Temples

A Thai-dal Wave of Temples

I never fully grasped how influential Buddhism was in Thailand until I was able to experience life as a teacher here. 
A Day in the Life of a Hostel Employee in Cambodia

A Day in the Life of a Hostel Employee in Cambodia

What my average day working abroad in Siem Reap looks like, from start-to-finish. 
Do You Need to Speak Spanish to Au Pair in Spain?

Do You Need to Speak Spanish to Au Pair in Spain?

Learning a new language is one of the advantages of working abroad.
Top 10 Tips To Survive Hanoi

Top 10 Tips To Survive Hanoi

Tried-and-true advice from one ESL teacher. 
A Silent Ride in Oslo

A Silent Ride in Oslo

Should quiet be the norm on public transportation? Maybe it all depends on where you are. 
Placement Advice from a Veteran Volunteer Abroad

Placement Advice from a Veteran Volunteer Abroad

Who? What? Where? A few tips on choosing an environmental volunteer program.
How to Buy a Car in New Zealand

How to Buy a Car in New Zealand

Purchasing a vehicle as a traveller or expat is less daunting than you may think.
How Much Do You Really Need to Sacrifice to Travel?

How Much Do You Really Need to Sacrifice to Travel?

Long-term adventures can be expensive. Here's how I make it work. 
What Does It Take to Be a Good Teacher Abroad?

What Does It Take to Be a Good Teacher Abroad?

If you're thinking about working in Thailand, here's how you can prepare yourself to be the best teacher you can be.
What Its Like to Bartend at a Cambodian Hostel

What It's Like to Bartend at a Cambodian Hostel

I believe in fostering communities of travellers. Here's how I do it. 
A Bartender Abroad

A Bartender Abroad

Why I decided to work abroad rather than just taking an extended vacation. 
Marching in Madrid as an Au Pair

Marching in Madrid as an Au Pair

When I joined the Women's March in Madrid, I had three young girls in mind. 
Make the Most of Every Day Abroad

Make the Most of Every Day Abroad

Make "one day" today. Here's why—and how. 
Eating at The Mall in Thailand: An Underrated Culinary Adventure

Eating at The Mall in Thailand: An Underrated Culinary Adventure

It's not just "mall rats" who eat there—locals and foreigners alike come together to enjoy the quality local vendors.
The Alcohol-free Guide To Socializing Abroad

The Alcohol-free Guide To Socializing Abroad

Meeting new people overseas is harder. It's even harder when you don't drink. 

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