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I’ve always been passionate about travelling. As a child, I dreamt of taking a plane to a faraway place, somewhere I didn’t know the language,

When COVID-19 kept us tethered to our homes, it was easy to feel restless—especially for those who loved to volunteer abroad. Though travel was restricted,

Tight layovers, strict baggage restrictions, and varying visa requirements may not sound like a peaceful sojourn or a mood-booster, but the experiences we have while

This post, written by Jessica, was first published on 30 September 2020. The world was a different place then—we were in the thick of a

Travelling with Purpose? Welcome to Our Work for Accommodation and Volunteering Abroad Guide! Volunteering in exchange for food and accommodation is a fantastic way to

What is a Farmcation? You may have encountered the term “farmcation” and wondered what it means. Simply put, it’s a combination of the words “farm”

This post by Lucas about volunteering in Paris at a bookstore was originally published in December 2017. For the latest travel information about visiting France,

A help exchange describes a type of travel where you exchange your time and skills for accommodation. The host provides accommodation for free in return

This post about Lucas’s experience teaching English in France was originally published in January 2019. For the latest information on traveling to France, please visit

It’s a commendable idea, wanting to go out into the world with your skills in an attempt to aid communities that need it most. Here

I wake up with the sun and walk along the rocky coastline for ten minutes to the refurbished castle where I’m a volunteer yoga instructor

This post about Imogen’s experience living and volunteering in Nepal was originally published in December 2019. For the most up-to-date information on travelling to Nepal,

For many of us, travel is about once-in-a-lifetime experiences, making new friends, and challenging ourselves. But what about the people living in the places we

This post about Alice’s experience as a volunteer in India was originally published in April 2018. For the latest information on travelling to India, please

Ireland is known as the land of a hundred thousand welcomes (Céad míle fáilte). When you visit, you’ll need a place to stay – somewhere

There are countless volunteer opportunities available around the world. You could help eradicate poverty in Belize, rehabilitate elephants in Thailand, or mentor kids in Ghana.

By the end of this year, millennials will form over half of the global working population, so it’s more important than ever to know how

Imagine a town with just two streets and twenty bamboo houses. On one side, the sea. On the other, the jungle and mountains. Electricity is

If you’re wondering if it’s possible to live and teach English in Morocco while making a decent living, you’ve come to the right place. Morocco

With no prior warning, my daily routine became suffocating. A long-lost desire stirred deep inside me, a yearning to break free and make a difference.

Gap year volunteering is an all round great thing to do- you can help members of a community, make new connections, learn new skills and

As the years go by, I find myself valuing peace more than ever — the peace to sit quietly and think, the peace of mind

Teaching in China isn’t for the faint-hearted. Vast cultural differences from the “West,” cities with populations exceeding 10 million, and one of the most challenging

Fancy volunteering abroad in Spain? If you’ve never volunteered abroad before, it can all seem a little overwhelming. Where do you start? How do you

I started dreaming about becoming a hostel volunteer and doing a work stay abroad about a year before I boarded the plane. You can be

The tranquillity of nature, vast open landscapes, and slow-paced living are just a few of the benefits that come to mind when thinking about volunteering

Want to get to know your partner better? Want to go volunteering as a couple? Travelling together is a key milestone for any couple, whether

I met Jonathan, we fell in love, and then we got married. Happily ever after? I’d like to call it “Our Happy Beginning”. Our first

Volunteering in Ireland is an adventure that you should consider undertaking if you want to explore the ‘Emerald Isle’ while having meaningful and affordable travel

If you’re fortunate enough to have grown up speaking English or have developed a strong command of the language, consider yourself lucky. Why? Because you

Would You Like to Volunteer in South America for Free? Are you travelling on a budget? We’re betting the answer to both is a resounding

Before we discovered that volunteering abroad for retired professionals was a viable option, retirement proved tricky. All play and no work isn’t a formula for

The health benefits of volunteering may just surprise you! After all that time spent at home with loved ones, working remotely and not commuting, the