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Don't Touch the Animals. . .

Don't Touch the Animals. . .

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. . .but what if the animal touches me?
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The writer, Joanna (right), poses with a volunteer and staff from Perfect Vision, a women's empowerment non-profit organization..

Monthly Matters: Volunteering with Girls in Tanzania

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Volunteering my time in Arusha, Tanzania has been a surreal, yet satisfying experience.
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The writer in Tanzania.

At 50, I Quit My Career to Travel Through Africa

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There's no age cut-off for a gap year. I'm just setting out now.
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How to Buy Drugs While You're Abroad

How to Buy Drugs While You're Abroad

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Even with a copy of your prescription, it's not always easy to buy much-needed medication abroad. Here's how we did it.
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Apiarists Gabby and Sebastian

The Sweet Life

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How I ended up volunteering on a honey farm in Ecuador.
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Inside Peru’s December 2022 Political Protests

Inside Peru’s December 2022 Political Protests

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I came to Peru on a whim and was caught in the crossfire of violent political protests. 
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The Power of Choice

The Power of Choice

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After returning to Egypt, I'm reflecting on the privilege in my position.
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I Never Realized How Complex English Was—Until I Moved to Egypt

I Never Realized How Complex English Was—Until I Moved to Egypt

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TEFL isn't just about education; it's about relationships.
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The writer in Egypt.

Swapping Netflix for the Nile

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I went home to the UK, but everywhere I looked, there was Egypt. 
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The author, his wife, his adviser, and her family.

The Plural of Christmas is Christmases

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What if I told you there were places that celebrate Christmas twice?
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Why I'm Spending a Year Travelling Across Central & South America

Why I'm Spending a Year Travelling Across Central & South America

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Here's why I hope to learn on my deep dive into Latin American culture. 
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How to Find Housing as a Digital Nomad in Bali

How to Find Housing as a Digital Nomad in Bali

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At the end of the day, we all need a comfortable and safe space to (temporarily) call home.  
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