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Understanding Culture Shock When Volunteering Abroad
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Find out what culture shock is, how it might affect you when you travel, and learn how you can lean into it for the best experience.
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Make your gap year planning easier with our five-step guide, including a few tips on what to do during your gap year to develop new skills.
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Decided to take a gap year but have no idea what to do? Let's inspire you — here are our top five things you could do on a once-in-a-lifetime gap year.
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Discover the opportunities for ambitious teens to volunteer abroad and how it could shape your future, including job and college applications.
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Navigating the airport can be daunting, especially for first-time travelers. Discover essential tips and advice to confidently travel solo.
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A guide for volunteers looking to take part in wildlife or marine conservation, providing advice on requirements, destinations, and projects you can join
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Preparing for a volunteering project abroad and want to make sure you have your essentials? This guide for secondary and high school students will help!
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Traveling abroad? Capture your memories by following this ethical travel photo guide. Use ethical photography to leave a positive impact as you travel.
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