Here are my top posts about volunteering and working abroad! It can seem intimidating to try living, working, or volunteering in a different country, but hopefully my stories and guides will help make the journey easier for you.
My experience volunteering at a forest retreat near Knysna, South Africa. The last week at Pachamama Forest Retreat has been my first true off-the-grid living experience. This little, self-sustainable community lies amidst the towering trees of indigenous forest outside Knysna, South Africa. Through eco-friendly technologies and the dedication of each person here, Pachamama exists to …
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Worldpackers vs Workaway? Here is my detailed comparison of the two work exchange platforms, as I have used both multiple times! Work exchanges are my absolute favorite way to travel. They are great for budget travelers looking to save money. And more importantly, they are the easiest way to have interesting experiences abroad. I’ve already …
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Here is a detailed recap of my experience doing a work exchange in Morocco. We spent just under one month in Marrakech for free! Work exchanges are the best way to travel in my opinion! You can save money, bond with locals, have unique experiences, and stay in one place for longer. Some of my …
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A full run-down of my experience doing a work exchange in Guatemala. I lived in Panajachel on Lake Atitlan for one month for free, and here's how I did it! I'm a huge fan of doing work exchanges while traveling. They allow you to save money, meet locals, develop skills, and have interesting cultural experiences. …
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Is Worldpackers worth it? Here are my thoughts on work exchanges with Worldpackers based on personal experience! Worldpackers is one of the most well-established websites for finding work exchanges. Workaway, WOOFing, and even traditional job search websites like Indeed are other common places to find work exchanges online. But Worldpackers is growing in popularity. And …
My experience volunteering in the Wild Coast of South Africa in September 2019, a beautiful place also known as the Transkei. The “Wild Coast” of South Africa is accurately named. It’s a place where cows are more common than cars, where turquoise circular mud huts house the locals, and where kids can run free without …
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Moving abroad in 14 simple steps: how to feel prepared and excited about moving to another country! Moving abroad is an exciting and daunting adventure. If you’ve always wanted to move abroad, but you’re not sure where to begin, hopefully this article will be helpful! It can seem overwhelming to move to another country. But …
How I lived in Portugal for one month on a budget. All my best budget travel tips! Within the last year, many people have asked me how I can afford to travel so much. Being a recent college graduate with no reliable income and no high-paying job prospects, this is a valid question. So for …
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An overview of my experience living in Rome and working as a tour guide/tour promoter for a student travel company! I've had lots of random jobs in random places all over the world. One of my favorites was working as a tour promoter/tour guide for a student tour company in Rome! In 2018, I joined …
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7 volunteer opportunities around the world, perfect for open-minded and adventurous budget travelers. If you've browsed through my blog before, you'll know that I am a huge fan of volunteering abroad. It is an amazing way to experience different cultures, learn new skills, meet lovely people, and save money while traveling. I've written a few …
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