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All The Highlights of Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria

Posted by Jen King on 7/7/25 11:00 AM

Veliko Tarnovo is one of our favorite hidden gems of Eastern Europe that so many tourists miss altogether — we can't wait to introduce you to it!

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Topics: Europe

Uncover Ancient Roman Ruins in Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Posted by Taylor Taft on 7/7/25 10:51 AM

This is your sign to explore ancient Roman ruins in Europe's oldest living city: Plovdiv, Bulgaria!

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Topics: Europe

Picking The Right Destination For Your Dream Vacation To Greece

Posted by Jen King on 7/7/25 10:47 AM

Greece has so many destinations, both on the mainland and through the islands, that it's hard to pick just one! There are iconic cities you've heard of like Athens, but there are others that go a bit under the radar (ahem, Corfu). 

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Topics: Europe

Quick Guide to Sofia: Top Spots to Hit in 48 Hours

Posted by Jen King on 7/6/25 9:15 PM

Is Sofia on your list of places to explore while you're volunteering in Europe with ILP yet? It needs to be!

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Topics: Europe

Your Complete Guide To Copenhagen, Denmark

Posted by Taylor Taft on 6/23/25 8:00 AM

Colorful buildings and a world-famous harbor? The amusement park that inspired Disney? International food stalls? Full of vibrant Scandinavian charm, Copenhagen is the perfect stop for any bucket list traveler. 

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Topics: Europe

Taking A Quick Trip To Gdansk, Poland

Posted by Emily Henkel on 1/28/25 5:45 AM

Beaches plus a charming Old Town are only a few of the adventures waiting for you in Gdansk!

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Topics: Europe

A Day In The Life As A Romania Volunteer

Posted by Taylor Taft on 1/21/25 3:32 PM

Volunteering in Romania is different than any other ILP location. Some of our ILP alumni came together to give future volunteers a real look into what to expect as a volunteer here.

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Topics: Get Ready For Your ILP Trip, Europe, Orphanage + Humanitarian

A Guide To A Day Or Two In Milan, Italy

Posted by Taylor Taft on 12/12/24 7:15 AM

I don't really know anyone who has never dreamed a little about exploring Italy. Or, if you're like me, dreamed A LOT about exploring Italy — and Milan was at the top of my list.

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Topics: All The Travel Tips, Europe

How To See The Most Famous Castle In Germany — Neuschwanstein!

Posted by Emily Henkel on 11/12/24 8:00 AM

There are lots and lots and lots of magical castles in Germany … but if you’re headed to see Schloss Neuschwanstein, we have your go-to guide.

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Topics: Europe

All About Iasi, Romania + How To Make The Most Of Your Time There

Posted by Taylor Taft on 9/9/24 11:37 AM

Volunteering in Romania, but wondering what there is to do in Iasi? Look no further, we created the perfect Iasi to-do list for you!

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Topics: Europe

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We are ILP, a Utah-based non-profit org that has service abroad opportunities for college-age volunteers. We love travel so we're sharing all our tips for making the most of your time living abroad + seeing the world, and how to do it all on the tiniest budget.

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