Who Are the Mizuan?
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- Written by: Shantel Dickerson
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
Meeting Nobel prize winners, environmental experts and activists aboard Peace Boat.
An (Unusual) Day in the Life of an English Teacher in Mexico
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- Written by: Kate Buckle
- Category: Work Abroad Blogs
How a day of unexpected events reminded me of where I am.
Saying Hello the Spanish Way
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- Written by: Andrea Palmer
- Category: Work Abroad Blogs
Learning to embrace Spanish culture, one greeting at a time.
My Role on Peace Boat
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- Written by: Shantel Dickerson
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
A glimpse into the life of a volunteer teacher.
What Do I Pack for Four Months at Sea?
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- Written by: Shantel Dickerson
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
Preparing for five continents and 23 countries is no easy feat.
A Day in the Life of a Teacher in Thailand
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- Written by: Addie Weller
- Category: Work Abroad Blogs
What life is really like as a full-time "kru" in Korat.
How to Say Goodbye
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- Written by: Shantel Dickerson
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
Leaving one country is marked in different ways.
Goodbye JET, Hello Peace Boat!
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- Written by: Shantel Dickerson
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
The worst part of starting a new adventure is saying goodbye.
The Challenges of Teaching in a Khmer Classroom
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- Written by: Alexandra Merullo
- Category: Work Abroad Blogs
How I turned from a late-night bartender into an early-morning teacher.
Teaching English in South Korea: Navigating the Visa Crackdown
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- Written by: Adam Hardy
- Category: Work Abroad
Following recent immigration raids in Seoul, EFL teachers need to know the rules of employment.
How to Overcome a Fear of Speaking a Foreign Language
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- Written by: Jacklyn Janeksela
- Category: Work Abroad Blogs
A language teacher shares her top tips.
What It's Like to Teach English in Siberia
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- Written by: Jillian Elkin
- Category: Work Abroad Blogs
Being an ESL teacher in Novosibirsk means working with students of all ages.
How a Language Reflects Culture
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- Written by: Sam Paterson
- Category: Work Abroad Blogs
Understanding basic personal pronouns can teach you far more about Vietnam than you might imagine.
The 4 Stages of a Relationship Abroad
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- Written by: Lex Cowan
- Category: Work Abroad Blogs
Every traveller has entertained the idea of a romance far from home. Here's what you can expect if you find it.
I Could Be Part of That World
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- Written by: Jillian Elkin
- Category: Work Abroad Blogs
After moving to Russia, I'm like the Little Mermaid. I can't walk, I can't talk. . .I can't even find a hairbrush.
I Don't Like the Cold, But I'm Moving to Siberia
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- Written by: Jillian Elkin
- Category: Work Abroad Blogs
Why I'm leaving my life in New York City for a foreign land.
What Does It Take to Be a Good Teacher Abroad?
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- Written by: Lex Cowan
- Category: Work Abroad Blogs
If you're thinking about working in Thailand, here's how you can prepare yourself to be the best teacher you can be.
TEFL in the Land of Smiles: How to Teach English in Thailand
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- Written by: Kelly Iverson
- Category: Work Abroad
A veteran TEFL teacher's best tips for getting work in Thailand.
Why Friendships Define Your Time Abroad
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- Written by: Lex Cowan
- Category: Work Abroad Blogs
The people you meet overseas will be integral to the kinds of experiences you have, and here's why.
Respect in the Thai Classroom
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- Written by: Addie Weller
- Category: Work Abroad Blogs
Four unique customs that teachers will encounter in Thailand.
