Headed to volunteer in the Dominican Republic with ILP? Here's what you can't miss during your semester abroad living around Puerto Plata. 

Topics: All About ILP + Volunteering, Caribbean

If you're headed to Nicaragua you should definitely start getting excited about the beautiful beaches you can visit. 

Topics: Central America

Are you dreaming of visiting Athens, Greece? Visiting while volunteering in Europe is a cinch (especially since we have allll the tips here to help you plan your trip). 

Topics: All The Travel Tips

You're bringing your debit card to withdraw cash from an ATM machine while living in a foreign country, aren't you? We highly recommend it. This is the easiest way of handling your finances while living abroad for a semester.

The best way to get foreign currency while living abroad is to bring your debit card and pull cash out of an ATM — but depending on where you bank, you could rack some serious fees if you don't do your research before leaving. 

Topics: All The Travel Tips, Saving Money + Fundraising

Just because you don't have a gym close by doesn't mean you can't workout during your semester abroad.

Topics: All The Travel Tips, Saving Money + Fundraising, Tips For Your Twenties

Not sure what your next step is? These articles may help.

Topics: LDS, Tips For Your Twenties

It turns out that the best part of Puerto Viejo are these amazing day trip adventures. 

Topics: Central America

One of the most unique things about volunteering with ILP is that you get to spend an entire semester abroad — and in my opinion it's way better than just visiting for two weeks. 

Topics: All About ILP + Volunteering, Tips For Your Twenties

Getting ready for your next adventure? We've got tips on how to score gear from your favorite brands (Patagonia, North Face, Eddie Bauer, etc:) at discounted prices!

Topics: All The Travel Tips, Saving Money + Fundraising

Most travelers make vacation plans for the "high season" which means they're getting the best weather ... but what does it mean if you're traveling during the off season?  

Topics: All The Travel Tips