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Useful Italian Words & Phrases for Visiting Italy

Useful Italian Words & Phrases for Visiting Italy

Italian is one of the most beautiful languages in the world spoken by around 66 million people, predominantly in Italy.

17/01/2017

10 Unusual Countries to Volunteer

10 Unusual Countries to Volunteer

There are so many extraordinary and alternative places to visit around the world.

17/01/2017

Top 10 Tips for Backpacking in Italy

Top 10 Tips for Backpacking in Italy

Italy is a country of ancient history, fascinating culture, gorgeous landscapes and pizza!

15/01/2017

10 Mistakes Every International Volunteer Should Avoid

10 Mistakes Every International Volunteer Should Avoid

Are you considering applying to volunteer in your home country or abroad?

15/01/2017

10 Underrated Places to Visit on a Gap Year

10 Underrated Places to Visit on a Gap Year

When making a list of destinations to spend your gap year, some countries will undoutably be ahead of others for example Australia, New Zealand, USA, France, Spain, South Africa and Canada.

15/01/2017

10 Amazing Ways to Travel Overland & See the World

10 Amazing Ways to Travel Overland & See the World

Travelling overland allows you to see more and do more compared to flying.

15/01/2017

Top 5 Reasons to Teach English in Hong Kong

Top 5 Reasons to Teach English in Hong Kong

Ruth Parker first visited Hong Kong 11 years ago when she volunteered at an orphanage close to the Chinese border at the tender age of 16. From that summer onwards her life was changed.

15/01/2017

2018 Summer Camp Recruitment Fairs

2018 Summer Camp Recruitment Fairs

Are you interested in working at a summer camp in the USA? Looking to get hired on the spot? Summer camp representatives from across North America are flying to the UK in 2018 to hire staff for this summer. Make sure you don't miss out! View 2018 recruitment fair dates in England, Ireland, Scotland & Wales and get your summer sorted!

11/01/2017

25 Beautiful Destinations to Volunteer Abroad

25 Beautiful Destinations to Volunteer Abroad

Looking to visit some of the most spectacular places in the world? Would you also like to do something rewarding? Check out our list (in no particular order) of 25 incredibly stunning places you can volunteer...

11/01/2017

25 Most Spoken Languages in the World

25 Most Spoken Languages in the World

According to the United Nations, the world population reached over 7 Billion in 2011. 7 Billion!!

10/01/2017

10 of the Best Places to Visit in the UK

10 of the Best Places to Visit in the UK

The United Kingdom is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world with hundreds of places to visit.

10/01/2017

Best Ways to Spend Your Summer Break from Medical School

Best Ways to Spend Your Summer Break from Medical School

Are you a medical student wondering how you should spend the holidays?

10/01/2017

Camp America Packing Advice

Camp America Packing Advice

Are you going to work at a summer camp in the United States for the first time? Don't have a clue what to pack?

09/01/2017

Tips How to Pass Your Camp America Interview

Tips How to Pass Your Camp America Interview

Once you have submitted an application to work at a summer camp you will need to have an interview with the company who is recruiting you to work in the USA.

09/01/2017

10 Useful Tips to Help with Language Barriers When Traveling

10 Useful Tips to Help with Language Barriers When Traveling

Are you planning to visit a new country? Don't speak the local language? Worried about how this might affect your experience?

07/01/2017

10 Underrated Countries to Teach English Abroad

10 Underrated Countries to Teach English Abroad

Are you looking for a different teaching experience away from the usual hot spots?

02/01/2017

10 Things You Should Know Before Moving to China

10 Things You Should Know Before Moving to China

Are you interested in the idea of moving to China? Or have you been offered employment there?

26/12/2016

Hurricane Otto Disaster in Costa Rica: How You Can Help

Hurricane Otto Disaster in Costa Rica: How You Can Help

Costa Rica suffered a tradgedy on Thursday 24th November.

22/12/2016

Tips & Advice for Sailing on The Solent

Tips & Advice for Sailing on The Solent

If you’re looking for a stretch of water to spend some time cruising on a powerboat, or racing a yacht, or enjoying a luxury cruising boat, The Solent off Britain’s South Coast is a great choice.

21/12/2016

Best Campsites in Queenstown

Best Campsites in Queenstown

Queenstown is one of the most popular and spectacular cities in New Zealand

If you are planning on going camping or renting/taking your campervan there are lots of fantastic places to stay in spectacular Queenstown in the South Island of New Zealand. Check out our top recommendations below...

19/12/2016

How Much Time Does a Travel Visa Take to Get

How Much Time Does a Travel Visa Take to Get

Are you looking to travel this year?

08/12/2016

Top Reasons to Visit Palm Islands in Dubai

Top Reasons to Visit Palm Islands in Dubai

The Palm Islands in the United Arab Emirates are a beautiful man-made destination which offers travellers the chance to try out some water sports, do shopping or hang out on the beachfront.

07/12/2016

Best Campsites on the Central Coast of California

Best Campsites on the Central Coast of California

California is known for its world famous tourist attractions, cities, sunsets, and beautiful coastline.

07/12/2016

Hamburg 3 Day Itinerary

Hamburg 3 Day Itinerary

Hamburg is one of the best places to visit in Europe and on a long weekend you can easily see the sights and get a real appreciation for this modern multicultural city.

07/12/2016

Why Paris Should be Your First Break Away without Your Parents

Why Paris Should be Your First Break Away without Your Parents

Two years ago, Jasmine Hung was a fresh faced 18-year-old and had just completed her final year at a school where she had spent the last 7 years of her life.

07/12/2016

Hospitality: What Matters Most to Hotel Guests?

Hospitality: What Matters Most to Hotel Guests?

All hotels want the same thing, whether you are talking about an economy hotel or a luxury boutique hotel; to ensure that guests want to return time and again. 

05/12/2016

4 Amazing Working Holidays in the USA with BUNAC

4 Amazing Working Holidays in the USA with BUNAC

There’s a multitude of opportunities available with travel company BUNAC for young people interested in working in the USA - perfect if you would like to supercharge your CV and broaden your horizons.

25/11/2016

Top 5 Top Tips for Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro

Top 5 Top Tips for Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro

Are you looking to take on the momentous challenge of reaching the summit of Mount Kilimanjiro?

22/11/2016

Best Things to Do in Jackson Hole Wyoming with Kids

Best Things to Do in Jackson Hole Wyoming with Kids

My wife and I met in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, so nostalgia pulls us back to the magical place. Despire moving away after we had kids, we began taking them there.

21/11/2016

Should You Pay For An Internship?

Should You Pay For An Internship?

Getting your dream job can be tough, most industries are competative and now more and more people are looking for alternative options to help them stand out in the crowd.

20/11/2016