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Imperial Palace
May 15, 2013
By Lauren Fitzpatrick
Ninja Your Way into Studying in Japan for Free
Experiencing Japan's bustling cities while studying in Japan doesn't have to cost a fortune. Here's how! Picture this: You, in Tokyo, strolling past the bright lights, stopping to sample fried octopus balls as you go. Or how about this: you, wandering through the cherry blossoms in Kyoto as you explore ancient temples. You, soaking up the sun on the beaches of Okinawa while studying Japanese. You...
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The Great Wall of China!
April 26, 2013
By Erin Dowd
5 Gap Year Ideas for East Asia
Start your journey on a trek across the Great Wall of China. When you think about taking a gap year, tropical locations like Thailand or other countries in Southeast Asia may come to mind. Perhaps thoughts of Australia or South America float through your head? While those are all popular destinations, there are some hidden gap year gems in East Asia that are sure to pad the resume and provide...
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Taj Mahal
April 24, 2013
By Erin Dowd
Volunteer in India: Top 6 Projects
India is not only a hugely popular tourist destination, but also volunteer destination! Read on for ways to volunteer in India. Picture yourself entering a mysterious world of spices, being immersed in a spiritual environment with magnificent temples, and become surrounded by a grand diversity of language and culture in the largest democracy in the world. Picture yourself in India experiencing...
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Downtown Beijing
April 23, 2013
By Joana Melo
5 Steps to Securing Internships in China
Find an internship in China, one of the fastest growing economies in the world! Whether you're still in school or recently graduated, internships will be at the forefront of your mind as you start to think seriously about entering the work force. Internships are a fantastic "test run" in a potential field of work: if you have a burning desire to get your hands dirty in the field instead of the...
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Honduras medical volunteer
April 23, 2013
By Jasmine Foruzani
Medical Volunteer Programs Abroad: Top 9 Countries in Need
Underserved communities are in need of medical help all over the world for nearly all types of service - from vaccine provision to basic health checkups. Unfortunately, many parts of the world continue to experience a shortage of health workers and limited access to advanced healthcare. Thus, there are medical volunteer opportunities for any skill set in virtually every continent. Pervasive...
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ESL classroom in Asia
April 18, 2013
By Lauren Fitzpatrick
ESL Teacher Salaries: 7 Countries Where You'll Make Bank
Become an ESL/EFL teacher and make money up the wazoo! Stop me if you've heard this before: nobody teaches English abroad for the money, right? Actually...wrong. Although teaching English overseas will never get you on a list of world billionaires, it can come with a reasonable salary. More and more college graduates are turning to teaching when they struggle to find jobs in their home countries...
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Koh Phi Phi, Thailand
April 16, 2013
By Marta Napierala
Top Gap Year Stops in Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia - one of the most popular gap year destinations. Also known as "The Banana Pancake Trail" (you know, the staple in any backpacker's diet) or "The Indochina Loop", it is one of the most vibrant and colorful parts of the world. From big, loud and chaotic cities like Bangkok or Kuala Lumpur, to lush tropical islands and rainforest covered hills; you'll find it all here. An amazing...
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Canoeing on the water in Nepal
April 11, 2013
By Lauren Fitzpatrick
Volunteering in India vs. Volunteering in Nepal
For those having trouble choosing whether to volunteer in India vs Nepal, check out these in-depth comparisons of volunteer projects abroad. Stitched together by the Ganges River and providers of a shared home for the Himalayas, India and Nepal hold high appeal to volunteers from all over the world. These are two deeply spiritual countries, with rich cultures and incredible landscapes. Both...
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Costa Rica bridge
April 5, 2013
By Jasmine Foruzani
The Best Countries to Volunteer Abroad Outdoors in Construction
Volunteers looking for some time out in the sun and the chance to see their work materialized in physical projects that meet community needs should look into volunteering abroad outdoors in construction projects. Construction needs will vary by location, but projects aimed at enhancing community infrastructures are common. Education proves to be a lingering global issue due to the lack of...
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Thailand by Ayako Watanabe
March 27, 2013
By Rachael Taft
Should I Volunteer in Bangkok or Chiang Mai, Thailand?
Thailand is brimming with volunteer opportunities! But which Thai city best fits your skills set: Bangkok or Chiang Mai? So you've decided to volunteer abroad in Thailand - great choice! They don't call it the land of smiles for nothing, and you are sure to see plenty of them while you are out making a difference in this beautiful country. Furthermore, "sanuk" is a big part of Thai culture. What...
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Studying in Japan
March 26, 2013
By Ashley Houston
Where to Study Abroad in Japan: Tokyo or Kyoto?
For those wishing to study abroad in Japan: should you venture to Kyoto or Tokyo? Read on and weigh your options! If you love a cup of piping hot green tea, punctual transportation, high tech gadgets, and ancient temples as much as I do, you'll be happy almost anywhere you go when studying abroad in Japan. But, sometimes the hardest choice beyond selecting the national destination is choosing the...
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March 22, 2013
By Go Overseas
Thailand Trivia Challenge: Test Your Travel Knowledge!
Thailand is a picturesque place to be abroad; whether it be the bustle of a modern city surrounded by history of centuries past, or on a stunning beach that disappears into light blue waters. The backdrop of beauty mixed with the vast amount of history throughout the country allows for any traveler to enjoy a trip into the past in exploring a temple complex, an immersion of one's self into a new...
QuizThailand
March 18, 2013
By Rachael Taft
Thailand or Cambodia: Which is the Better Volunteer Destination?
Beautiful image, but is Cambodia a better volunteer destination fit for you than Thailand? Find out! Southeast Asia is a great region to volunteer abroad in: there's plenty of need, boundless volunteer projects and opportunities, incredibly friendly people, and it's an extremely inexpensive area to spend some time in. Thailand and Cambodia are two of the top picks in the region to volunteer --...
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walking around asia
March 6, 2013
By Lauren Fitzpatrick
The 5 Best Countries for Teaching English in Asia
Be sure to choose one of the best countries for teaching in Asia. I used to think that Asia was as foreign as you could get; it defined 'the other side of the world' for me. But these days, Asia is much more accessible, and the starkly contrasting countries mean that there is something out there for everyone. Teaching English can be a means for travel, a gap year from school or 'real life,' or a...
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The best places to study abroad in Asia
February 18, 2013
By Emma Cramer
The Best Places to Study Abroad in Asia
Asia is an exciting and modern continent brimming with entertainment, culture, modern technology, and shopping. Students who head there for a semester or year will be exposed to a fast-paced environment set amidst rich history and traditions. Whether you desire many green spaces for fresh air breaks between classes or the perks of city life transit systems to easily explore, there's a country...
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