The Dominican Republic is full of magical places and Santo Domingo is among them. Standing as the capital of the country and one of the oldest cities, you know it's going to be good. 

Topics: Travel Destinations, Dominican Republic

Pai has become a destination spot for nature lovers, hikers, backpackers, and hippies. It's a very chill town with so much to do! If you're traveling around Thailand, this is a town you absolutely cannot miss!

Topics: Thailand, Hidden Gems

Our Africa volunteers are just a short flight away from what may be the most perfect beach vacation ever.

Topics: Travel Destinations, Uganda

Planning on vacationing in Krakow, Poland and Budapest, Hungary? The charmingly quiet city of Kosice, Slovakia is going to be your favorite stop. 

Topics: Ukraine, Russia, Lithuania, Travel Destinations, Romania, Hidden Gems, Montenegro

There are quite a few amazing places to zip line in Nicaragua, making it hard to choose which is best. Here are some of our favorites you need to check out during your semester!

Topics: Travel Destinations, Costa Rica, Nicaragua

Fundraising may sound unrealistic or intimidating, but it's more than worth the effort, especially if you can raise more than $1,000 in a single Saturday.

Topics: Semester Preparation, Saving Money

 

Unless you love having all of your money go towards a baggage fee you could potentially avoid, this post is for you. 

Topics: Travel Tips

Don't pay for your teaching supplies for your semester abroad with ILP! Here's how. 

Topics: Semester Preparation, ILP Basics, Saving Money

It’s hard to choose where our favorite vacation spot in the Dominican Republic is … but Sosua is a favorite for a few reasons!

Topics: Travel Destinations, Dominican Republic, Haiti

Before living in China for a semester (or even just visiting for a week or so) you have got to know that China blocks your favorite websites! Don't worry — you can still use Facebook and Google if you know these travel tips.

Topics: Semester Preparation, China, Life Abroad