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The Ultimate Packing List [Updated for 2026]

So you’re ready to volunteer abroad. You’ve got your flights booked, and travel insurance sorted, but there’s one problem. What on earth to pack when volunteering abroad? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Based on our experience, we’ve created the ultimate pack list for your upcoming ...

The Ultimate Packing List [Updated for 2026]

by Lea Maiworm

Finding the Perfect Duration: A Guide to Deciding How Long to Volunteer Abroad

by Linda Anderson

7 Must Scuba Dive Destinations [Updated 2025]

by Linda Anderson

How to deal with a culture shock when volunteering

by Lisa Lausberg

Best Graduation Gifts for Travel Lovers

by Sandy Nguyen

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News from the field

- Inspiration,
- Peru,
- South America,
- Travel,
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17. Aug.
Empowering the future: WindAid’s Commitment to Sustainable Energy
by Aina Martinez

We had the opportunity to sit down with one of our fantastic partner organizations located in the Peruvian highlands, specifically in Trujillo, to learn more about their work providing families in ...
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- Nicaragua,
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14. Aug.
Helping Children in Nicaragua
by Linda Anderson

Sonfloras incidental beginning??Mareili Amrein worked as a social worker in different fields in Switzerland. While she was taking a time-out from everyday life in Switzerland, she only wanted to make ...
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- Asia,
- Diving,
- Scuba Diving,
- Phillipines,
- Marine Conservation,
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14. Aug.
[Interview] People and the Sea (Philippines)
by Linda Anderson

Did you know that every second breath you take is filled with oxygen from the ocean? More than 70 percent of the planet’s surface is covered with water and every living being is relying on it. But ...
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- Guides,
- Travel,
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14. Aug.
The Ultimate Packing List [Updated for 2026]
by Lea Maiworm

So you’re ready to volunteer abroad. You’ve got your flights booked, and travel insurance sorted, but there’s one problem. What on earth to pack when volunteering abroad? Don’t worry, we’ve ...
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- India,
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14. Aug.
Making handmade paper from elephant dung
by Linda Anderson

Jairpur/India. Today, we focus on Vijendra Shekhawat, a well-known eco-business entrepreneur in India. His volunteer project in India "Traditional Paper" is making handmade papers from elephant dung. ..
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- Inspiration,
- Peru,
- Tanzania,
- Uganda,
- Mexico,
- Guatemala,
- Best Time to Travel,
- Winter,
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8. Oct 25
Best Places to Volunteer in December [2025]
by Sandy Nguyen

Around the world, December is filled with various kinds of holidays celebrating the respective cultures, religions, and traditions. In addition, it marks the end of the Gregorian calendar. Wouldn’t ...
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- Central America,
- Costa Rica,
- Ghana,
- Chile,
- Travel,
- Belize,
- Guatemala,
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2. Jan 25
Top 5 Alternative Spring Break Volunteer Destinations [Updated for 2025]
by Linda Anderson

2024 just came to a close. After all the Covid-influenced Christmas festivities of the last years, you’re planning for 2025 ..., now what? You may be busy with your New Years’ resolutions to-be, ...
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- Inspiration,
- Costa Rica,
- Sri Lanka,
- Ecuador,
- Belize,
- Mexico,
- Scuba Diving,
- Malaysia,
- Italy,
- Best Time to Travel,
- Spring,
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20. Dec 24
Best Places to Volunteer in March [2025]
by Sandy Nguyen

March walks the fine line between winter and spring. The month starts with cold, windy weather and ends with (hopefully) warmer temperatures. Regardless of the temperature, mid-March marks the ...
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- Inspiration,
- Peru,
- Kenya,
- Ghana,
- Thailand,
- Mexico,
- Best Time to Travel,
- Winter,
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24. Oct 24
Best Places to Volunteer in January [2025]
by Sandy Nguyen

Now that the festive holiday celebrations have passed and your usual routines have returned, many of us are hit by the winter blues. Luckily, we might have the perfect antidote to beat the feelings of ...
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