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Belize is located in Central America, just under Mexico and bordered by Guatemala to the west and the warm Caribbean Sea to the east. Formerly known as British Honduras, Belize is a former colony of the United Kingdom, attaining independence in 1981. Offering ancient Mayan ruins, jungles, beautiful beaches, and world-renowned SCUBA diving, this country truly is the adventure traveler’s dream. In this installment of Better Know a Country, we’ll take a look at reasons to visit and volunteer in Belize - You bettah Belize it!
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Belmopan is regarded as the capital of Belize...
With its central location, the lands which today constitute The Czech Republic have long served as a gateway to surrounding Europe. The first Czechs arrived in Bohemia (an area still used to describe the West) in around 200BC. In the 9th Century the Czech state emerged, resulting in the formation of a kingdom that would for many centuries be an influential player on the European political landscape. The architectural grandeur and historical importance of its capital Prague, its equally fascinating and attractive cities and towns, and 2000+ chateaus and castles dotted throughout are all...
The Republic of Ecuador is a Spanish speaking nation located on the Pacific coast of South America. Its friendly people, low cost of living, and natural beauty have turned Ecuador into a very population destination for travelers eager to learn Spanish and enjoy South American culture. In this installment of Better Know a Country, we take a close look at Ecuador and ways you can teach, study, or volunteer in "Dios, Patria, y Libertad!"
Daily Oddities in Ecuador
Contributed by Bryan Haines from GringosAbroad.com
So yes, Ecuador is beautiful. And yes, the cost of living is low. But what’s life...
The ‘sunburnt country’ is unsurprisingly at the top of almost everyone’s travel bucket list. There is good reason for this: Australia is simply an amazing country! The people are incredibly friendly, the wildlife is exotic, and the coastline is one endless sandy beach. After one day in Australia, many people find themselves searching for any excuse to make their stay permanent. In this installment of Better Know a Country, we take a close look at the “land down under,” and ways you can teach, study, or volunteer in Australia!
Australian Cities
A map of Australia is below, but first lets take...
Mention Spain and you immediately conjure up images of fiestas, paella and sangrias. But few know about what goes on below that hedonistic surface. Beyond indulgent pleasures, Spain is a cultural powerhouse packed with a multitude of unique festivals, traditional practices and historical monuments. Home to the world’s most famous architectural masterpieces, Spain is a sensory overload for art lovers. As the second biggest country in Western Europe, Spain’s diversity is beyond imagination: stretching from the sun-kissed Mediterranean coastline through tumultuous mountain ranges to flat olive...
New Zealand is a small island nation in the South Pacific and home to over four million people. It's unlikely it will ever become a world power, or see its culture dominate the Western world, but two things New Zealand does have, however, is amazing natural beauty and an abundance of friendly people. We wanted to take a closer look at this splendid little country, and learn why so many people dream about living abroad in New Zealand.
Teaching, studying, or volunteering are all excellent ways to travel abroad with purpose, and luckily there are plenty of such opportunities in New Zealand. This...
Turkey is a fascinating country with a rich history. Secular in many respects, but with a large, relatively homogeneous Muslim population, its ongoing quest to develop economically and progress socially has brought it to the forefront of regional and international politics. In recent years the Turkish people have become disillusioned by the difficult process of joining the EU, and now look to establish a significant leadership role in the Middle East. This is welcome news to many, who see Turkey as a positive stabilizer in a turbulent region.
Teaching, studying, or volunteering in Turkey is...
The United Mexican States, or simply Mexico as it is better known, has a population of 111 million people and covers over 2 million square kilometers. Mexico is a country rich in tradition and history that straddles both temperate and tropical zones. From ancient Aztec pyramids in Teotihuacan, to the Mayan ruins in the Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico has been home to many people long before the Spaniards came in 1521.
Mexico shares a northern border with the United States of America, and a southern border with Guatemala and Belize. In between you'll find deserts, mountainous regions, large forested...
Germany, Travel With A Purpose
Germany is more than lederhosen and giant pretzels. After all, with a reputation for engineering and good design, Germans invented cars, computers, television, .mp3 music files, and HARIBO Gummi bears. A powerhouse of cultural heritage, some of the world’s most significant thinkers, writers, musicians, inventors, and scientists have come from Germany. You will encounter fairytale forests, rugged mountains, and enchanting castles waiting to be explored. Discover the art of being German by spending long evenings discussing ideas in quaint beer halls with your new...
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, it has so much in the way of education, learning, historical significance and exploration opportunities. I even have to admit that there are several sites that I found more beautiful located right...
Although most people are familiar with Argentina’s cosmopolitan capital, Buenos Aires, few realize just how large and diverse the country of Argentina really is. At about 1/3 the size of the continental U.S., Argentina truly has something for everyone, from the breathtaking Iguazu Falls to the salt flats of Salta, from the vineyards of Mendoza to the glaciers of Patagonia. Get ready to dance in the tango capital of the world, horseback ride through pristine mountains with real-life gauchos (cowboys), and fall in love with the proud, kind people that make up the beautiful country of Argentina...
Welcome to another GO! Overseas featured destination. Our series continues with a look at Taiwan. As always we’ll start with some background on the country and, with your excitement building, we’ll finish with programs through which you can teach, study, or volunteer on the beautiful island of Taiwan!
Taiwan has seen its fortunes rise dramatically in recent decades as it has become a worldwide leader in information technology services. Along with Singapore, Hong Kong, and South Korea, Taiwan is one of the Four Asian Tigers, so named for their highly developed and industrialized economies. Of...
Welcome to another GO! Overseas featured destination. Last time we took a look at Australia and ways you can teach, study, or volunteer in the land down under. This week we continue our "Travel With a Purpose" series with one of the most popular destinations in the world: Italy!
From top to bottom the 'boot', as Italy is often referred to, is a country filled with endless opportunities for adventure. Who among us has not dreamt of touring the Tuscan countryside while enjoying authentic Italian food and wine? Many have imagined exploring the dark catacombs of Rome before emerging to enjoy a...
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