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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.
Seduced by the laid-back charm of the tiny island of Utila, Mark Rogers established the first freediving certification program in the Caribbean—and made the island his home.
Freediving Honduras
The first in our new series exploring international careers, and ways to make a living from your passion. Meet Mark Rogers, who runs the only freediving operation in the Caribbean.
Europe may be the School of Hard Knocks for ESL teachers, but Troy Nahumko has some tricks to ease the trade.
Don't just take our word for it. Verge interviewed some key execs to get their take on gap years. The bottom line? Go for it.
Overtourism and the problems it creates may make you feel like giving up your passport. But responsible travel experts say there's a better way.
Travel around the world on an empty wallet? Yes, it is possible.
