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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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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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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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Visit Thailand when you travel around the world.
July 3, 2012
By Adam Seper
5 Great Countries to Visit on a Gap Year
The world is a huge place, and if you're planning a gap year or round the world (RTW) trip, the task of choosing where to go can be daunting. My last gap year article talked about how to start prioritizing and planning your RTW route. I suggested choosing a handful of must-see's, or pillars, to plan your trip around. These specific cities and activities can be the backbone of your trip and...
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Innovative children in India.
April 9, 2012
By Stephanie Gerber
Adventures in India: Vidya Pappankalan
Namaste India I arrived in India late at night after a fourteen-hour flight to be warmly greeted by the CCS staff. At the airport, I met up with another volunteer, Katie, who I later learned I would be sharing my placement with. We chatted while we waited for a few additional volunteers to arrive, and then we were taken to the home base. At night you could smell the distinct scent of Delhi, a...
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India: A land of amazing architecture, food, and people.
March 12, 2012
By Terri Wingham
The Skinny on Cross-Cultural Solutions: India
After a thrilling three weeks volunteering with Cross Cultural Solutions in New Delhi, I have a few days in UK en route to Rwanda. It's been great to reflect on my time in India... and to sleep in a big Western bed. I knew India would be a challenging portion of my trip, but I'm so glad that I went. If I'm to be really honest, I will admit that India had not made it to my Top 10 List of Must-See...
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Shine your light for the world to see!
March 8, 2012
By Megan Lee
Where to Study Abroad This Summer: Holiday Edition
Shine your light for the world to see! The world might not be able to agree on some things, but I can confidently say that no matter where you go, everyone loves a good party! Holidays are a fun element of your study abroad experience that you may not have previously considered. Celebrating a national holiday in a new country can be deep in meaning, provide many cultural insights, set the stage...
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Argentina - Perfect your empanadas!
February 27, 2012
By Jo Fitzsimons
6 Volunteer Programs Around the World for Foodies
Offering your time for the benefit of others can be one of the most rewarding experiences there is. If you're a foodie, why not combine your passion and energies by volunteering for a good cause with a food theme? Here are six volunteer programs fit for foodies worldwide: Argentina - Perfect your empanadas! 1) Community Outreach - Buenos Aires, Argentina What you'll do: The program includes...
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Terri Wingham's RTW Volunteer Adventure
January 25, 2012
By Terri Wingham
Terri Wingham's RTW Volunteer Adventure
Terri Wingham's RTW Volunteer Adventure When was the last time you put off writing an essay or typing a proposal so you could surf travel websites and daydream about leaving the stresses of your real life behind? If you had the chance to see the world, where would you go? Would you climb the red sand dunes of Sossusvlei in Namibia? Sip a glass of Bourdeaux in a cafe in Paris? Or, volunteer to...
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Religious Holidays Around the World
December 21, 2011
By Shabnam McFarland
10 Religious Holidays Around the World
Integral to understanding any culture's roots and motivations is at least a basic understanding of their major religious traditions. The most visual display of any culture's religious practices can be seen on the major religious holidays and the festivals, ceremonies, and public celebrations that accompany them. This photo essay gives you a glimpse of major religious holidays you can experience...
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Top 10 Widely-Spoken Languages to Study Abroad
December 16, 2011
By Andrew Dunkle
Top 10 Widely-Spoken Languages to Study Abroad
Itching to study a language abroad but having a hard time deciding which would be the most practical? Fear no more: Go Overseas presents a list of the 10 most widely-spoken languages in the world today*. Learn the benefits of each language and check out some of our study abroad language programs! * Our results have been compiled using the 16th edition of Ethnologue, 2009. It should be noted that...
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9 Awesome Festivals Around the World
October 28, 2011
By Andrew Dunkle
9 Awesome Festivals Around the World
I can't think of a better way of appreciating a new culture than by taking part in one of its festivals. You'll find that some festivals are celebrated by an entire country, while others will be unique to a single city or region, but either way festivals play an important role in a culture's identity. To pay tribute to some of the more unique and outrageous reasons people celebrate life around...
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A group of Hijras in India
April 25, 2011
By Sonia Savalia
Volunteering With The Hijras: India’s Third Gender
Volunteering With Hijras: India's Third Gender What you need to know: Hijras are a marginalized LGBT society in India They consider themselves neither male nor female, but a "third sex" International volunteers are needed to promote their health and wellbeing From a Western standpoint, gender is usually thought of in two broad terms: male and female, and while these separations have become more...
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Austin Yoder at Rhotang
October 20, 2010
By Andrew Dunkle
Interview With Austin Yoder - World Traveler and Lover of Tea
Austin Yoder at Rhotang Hi everyone, and welcome back to another inspiring interview. This week we are proud to feature Austin Yoder, an avid traveler and lover of tea who is currently studying Chinese and philosophy at Georgetown University. Austin caught the travel bug at an early age, and has so far stamped 27 countries in his passport. With graduation just around the corner, he has no plans...
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Taj Mahal, India - Photo by Tom Thai
September 3, 2010
By Go Overseas
Travel With A Purpose - India!
Delhi, India - a city with a population of nearly 12 million people in an area of 1,483 sq km, it is virtually an assault on all of your senses at any given time, not just when you first step off of the airplane. Whether you come to Delhi for a visit, or to relocate your family for a long-term assignment, it has much to offer. Because of the rich history and beautiful temples, forts and gardens...
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