Gotoco FUNDED TEFL Adventures (Bali, Thailand, Colombia, Europe, SE Asia!) Reviews

I loved my experience and would say it is beginner friendly because of the team at Gotoco & the team at Interway (in Spain) being made up of people who really do care about you and will look after you every step of the way!

On arrival, we were picked up from the airport and driven to the camp where our job was to assist with kayaking, archery and various other activities whilst communicating entirely in English to help the Spanish Campers practice their language skills.

The camp company was called Interway and our manager Guillermo (Will) was the kindest person we could have asked for! He always checked up on his, bought us snacks, drove us to excursions on our days off!

He got us a HUGE villa with an indoor pool for our first weekend - all the staff had a BBQ and really went above and beyond for the volunteers. He also took us to Salamanca, a sunset hike, and to a viewpoint to see the river that separates Portugal and Spain! They care about your experience on your days off - not just when you’re working!

If you want to travel solo, and explore working abroad but with that care, and reassurance that you will be okay, this is definitely for you!

The whole program in Thailand with Gotoco was amazing. It was smooth sailing and the guidance provided throughout was incredibly helpful. The whole team was supportive and the coordinators whilst out in Thailand showed great care and enthusiasm for safety and the enjoyment over the course of the two weeks. I have learnt so much and developed confidence to go abroad and throw myself into new adventures such as this. I had no doubts about the trip. For future jobs,It was offered and showed future opportunities to teach abroad.

I had an amazing experience with GoToCo in Thailand and I’m so glad I pushed myself to apply. I was nervous at first and nearly didn’t continue because I felt out of my comfort zone, especially being older than some of the other participants, but everyone was so welcoming and supportive.

Teaching in the schools really helped build my confidence, and I loved working with the children through singing, dancing, and interactive activities. I also really enjoyed the cultural experiences, especially visiting temples and attending the foam party.

The GoToCo team and local hosts were amazing throughout and always made sure we were looked after. Overall, it was a very positive and memorable experience that helped me grow in confidence. I have already recommended the programme to others I know 1 colleague has applied too.

My experience in Thailand was highly transformative, both personally and professionally. One of the most valuable aspects was meeting and interacting with a diverse group of new people. Living and working in an unfamiliar environment pushed me well outside of my comfort zone, helping me develop greater resilience, independence, and self-assurance as I adapted to new situations and challenges. This experience has strengthened my teaching skills, future career in education abroad, and employability confidence.

It's a once in a lifetime opportunity and if you are ever in the position to be able to take up such an opportunity it would be foolish to pass it up. Travel, alternate careers and other cultures always teach us so much about ourselves, it's a great chance to learn and grow - no matter how old you are. The support from the team in Vietnam was amazing! So organised, caring and knowledgeable! Learning about the culture directly from people in classes but again you get so much more back than you give!!

Gotoco offers a streamlined and easy process to accessing teaching placements abroad, it's a good starting point for those interested in education who want structure and qualifications to continue their journey working abroad or in their home countries.

This program has given me a qualification alongside valuable teaching experience in a more unusual and challenging destination that will benefit my future career in any path I wish to choose.

The application process was streamlined and simple. Gotoco were helpful during the application and visa process and answered any questions necessary.

I would say that if you are wanting to travel somewhere far from home (Europe) to a place like China which is unfamiliar then this is a good programme. It is great to arrive in an environment with a structure in place which creates a sense of security but also allows you to develop your own independence at your own pace.

I really enjoyed making new friends with people from all around the world. To the people I was teaching with, to the local Chinese people and to the people that were learning chinese at the chinese academy next door from Mexico, Spain, Germany... etc..

I had an amazing time in India with Gotoco! It was so fun to live in one place and experience the culture of Kerala from a first-hand point of view. The people are so lovely and are incredibly welcoming and the food is unreal. We made so many great friends and visited some incredibly beautiful places. I would really recommend Varkala, Kovalam, Alleppey and Munnar however, there are so many amazing places to go in Kerala/South India that's only a train ride away. Each state is like a different country, so try and see as much as you can!

The experience was amazing. I had just finished university but didn't want to move into my chosen field straight away. I wanted to see the world and have a new challenge. This is perfect for all of that. You get a lot of freedom but the teaching is a huge amount of effort in the beginning, handling students of all ages is a real test of resolve and perseverance. But in the end it was the most worth job I have ever done and the added bonus of being in south India is massive. Great culture, cheaper living and the best food in the world.

I completed the 6 month programme in India and it was one of the most rewarding things I’ve done. You get to experience what South Indian culture is really like. Living in a place for an extended period really immerses you in their ways of life. From food to dancing to rain to genuine kindness from the heart, Kerala has it all. (Can’t emphasis enough how tasty the food is!!!) and the course allows you to experience it all. You gain a valuable teaching qualification alongside gettinf s favour of India. Getting practical experience in front of a class of 40 kids is daunting but so rewarding