Travelling Abroad and Packing Sustainably
We have compiled a list of sustainable packing hacks to help you travel the world in the most eco-friendly way that travel allows
June 17th 2022
Wildlife conservation and community volunteer projects and internships worldwide
Read Insightful Stories from Across the World on the WorkingAbroad Blog
Top 5 Projects for Conservation Work Experience: Animal Welfare
It is great that so many people are waking up to the fact that the conservation of our amazing global biodiversity is a real issue that needs tackling. The world needs the growing number of budding and passionate conservationists that we see today. However, getting into the world of conservation and especially into a paid […]
June 3rd 2022
Top 5 volunteer projects for a more sustainable world
Achieving a sustainable future will require a monumental effort on the parts of individuals, communities, businesses, NGOs and governments. As global volunteers, we have the potential to unlock exceptional learning opportunities for off-grid living through participation in sustainability-focused projects. We’ve highlighted our TOP 5 sustainability volunteer projects, providing our community with an edge in their […]
May 3rd 2022
The Experience in the Field as a Marine Volunteer
Life as a citizen science marine conservation volunteer at the Great African SeaForest programme in South Africa. If a coral reef is a busy city, the African Sea Forest is a beautiful cathedral in the woods.
April 27th 2022
The Most Sustainable Modes of Transport – is Snail Travel the Answer?
Snail Travel is a Movement where travellers make a conscious effort to slow down whilst travelling; to take slower and more sustainable methods of transport to immerse themselves in the experience of travelling and to lower their carbon footprint.
April 22nd 2022
Be Planet Positive in 2022!
We may remember 2021 as a year of unprecedented climate disasters and stark warnings from scientists about the intensifying effects of climate change and the urgent need to act to avoid climate catastrophe, as such news rightly dominated the headlines. However, 2021 was also a year of conservation breakthroughs and reasons for hope. Nature began […]
March 6th 2022
Is Learning Another Language Worthwhile?
Have you ever considered learning a new language? Learning a language is one of the most challenging but rewarding things you can do in life. It takes a lot of persistence and patience but it is most definitely worth it. It is especially worthwhile if you are considering spending some time abroad, whether that be […]
February 22nd 2022
Eating Vegetarian in India if you Cannot Cook: Tips from a Local
Eating vegetarian can seem like a bit of a challenge when you travel and do not know what to buy in your new host country, especially when you are halfway across the world in India. Initially, when in a new country to volunteer, it is essential to become familiar with your new culinary environment as […]
February 1st 2022