--- title: ILP Blog | Jen King (2) description: Teach English abroad with International Language Programs in Asia, Europe, Central America, the Caribbean and Africa. (2) --- **ILP VOLUNTEER TRIPS NOW OPEN TO COUNTRIES ACROSS THE WORLD! **[Start My Application Online ](https://ilp.org/how-to-apply/) [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hs-fs/file-860189993-png/layout/logo1.png)](http://www.ilp.org) [Apply Now](https://ilp.org/how-to-apply/) [ Login ](https://my.ilp.org) ## Jen King ### Recent Posts ## [The Only Gift Guide You Need For Anyone Who Loves To Travel](https://blog.ilp.org/gifts-your-volunteer-definitely-wants-for-their-trip) Posted by [Jen King](https://blog.ilp.org/author/jen-king) on 11/19/25 10:15 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202019-12-18%20at%2011.26.51%20AM.png) ](https://blog.ilp.org/gifts-your-volunteer-definitely-wants-for-their-trip) Looking for a few gifts for a travel lover? Or even for yourself? We spoke with the travelers we know about what they're asking for this Christmas, graduation gifts, birthdays, and more — here's the complete list! [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/gifts-your-volunteer-definitely-wants-for-their-trip) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/gifts-your-volunteer-definitely-wants-for-their-trip#comments-listing) Topics: [Get Ready For Your ILP Trip](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/get-ready-for-your-ilp-trip), [For The Parents](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/for-the-parents) ## [Sosua + Alicia Are Some Of Our Top Picks For Nearby Beaches In The DR](https://blog.ilp.org/sosua-alicia-beaches-in-the-dominican-republic) Posted by [Jen King](https://blog.ilp.org/author/jen-king) on 10/6/25 8:45 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202021-12-08%20at%2010.29.44%20AM.png) ](https://blog.ilp.org/sosua-alicia-beaches-in-the-dominican-republic) It’s hard to choose where our favorite beaches on the north coast of the Dominican Republic are, but we're here to talk about a couple that consistently make their way into ILP volunteers' top picks. [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/sosua-alicia-beaches-in-the-dominican-republic) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/sosua-alicia-beaches-in-the-dominican-republic#comments-listing) Topics: [Caribbean](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/caribbean) ## [Come Vacay At This Quiet Little Surfer's Town In Peru — Mancora!](https://blog.ilp.org/mancora-peru) Posted by [Jen King](https://blog.ilp.org/author/jen-king) on 9/22/25 5:00 PM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-09-10%20at%204.15.17%20PM.png) ](https://blog.ilp.org/mancora-peru) If a weekend learning to surf, swimming with turtles, whale watching, acai bowls, and sunsets sounds good to you ... Mancora should be your next vacation spot! [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/mancora-peru) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/mancora-peru#comments-listing) Topics: [South America](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/south-america) ## [How To Pay Way Less For Your Volunteer Semester Abroad With ILP](https://blog.ilp.org/pay-less-for-your-ilp-semester) Posted by [Jen King](https://blog.ilp.org/author/jen-king) on 9/10/25 9:15 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-09-10%20at%201.43.18%20PM.png) ](https://blog.ilp.org/pay-less-for-your-ilp-semester) Wanting to travel + volunteer abroad and have authentic cultural experiences ... but not sure how to make it happen? That's where we come in! [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/pay-less-for-your-ilp-semester) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/pay-less-for-your-ilp-semester#comments-listing) Topics: [All About ILP + Volunteering](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-about-ilp-volunteering), [Saving Money + Fundraising](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/saving-money-fundraising) ## [All The Highlights of Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria](https://blog.ilp.org/veliko-tarnovo-bulgaria) Posted by [Jen King](https://blog.ilp.org/author/jen-king) on 7/7/25 11:00 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/800%20px%20Tsarevets%20Fortress%20AdobeStock_892298196%20copy.jpeg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/veliko-tarnovo-bulgaria) 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! [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/veliko-tarnovo-bulgaria) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/veliko-tarnovo-bulgaria#comments-listing) Topics: [Europe](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/europe) ## [Picking The Right Destination For Your Dream Vacation To Greece](https://blog.ilp.org/greece) Posted by [Jen King](https://blog.ilp.org/author/jen-king) on 7/7/25 10:47 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-06-30%20at%204.28.34%20PM.png) ](https://blog.ilp.org/greece) 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).  [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/greece) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/greece#comments-listing) Topics: [Europe](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/europe) ## [Quick Guide to Sofia: Top Spots to Hit in 48 Hours](https://blog.ilp.org/sofia-bulgaria) Posted by [Jen King](https://blog.ilp.org/author/jen-king) on 7/6/25 9:15 PM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Screenshot%202025-07-02%20at%201.44.50%20PM.png) ](https://blog.ilp.org/sofia-bulgaria) Is Sofia on your list of places to explore while you're volunteering in Europe with ILP yet? It needs to be! [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/sofia-bulgaria) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/sofia-bulgaria#comments-listing) Topics: [Europe](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/europe) ## [Should I Volunteer Alone Or Go With A Friend?](https://blog.ilp.org/can-i-volunteer-abroad-with-my-friend) Posted by [Jen King](https://blog.ilp.org/author/jen-king) on 4/29/25 10:45 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Mexico%20Group%20San%20Miguel%20De%20Allende%20-1.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/can-i-volunteer-abroad-with-my-friend) Both are options, but one is way more popular.  [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/can-i-volunteer-abroad-with-my-friend) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/can-i-volunteer-abroad-with-my-friend#comments-listing) Topics: [All About ILP + Volunteering](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-about-ilp-volunteering), [Saving Money + Fundraising](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/saving-money-fundraising) ## [A Quick Stop In Vientiane, Laos](https://blog.ilp.org/vientiane-laos) Posted by [Jen King](https://blog.ilp.org/author/jen-king) on 4/23/25 9:30 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Buddha%20Park%20Vientiane%20Laos%20AdobeStock_190436348.jpeg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/vientiane-laos) If you ask me, travelers shouldn't be sleeping on Laos and all its hidden gems! [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/vientiane-laos) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/vientiane-laos#comments-listing) Topics: [Asia](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/asia) ## [26 Can't Miss Adventures in Zanzibar, Tanzania](https://blog.ilp.org/26-cant-miss-adventures-in-zanzibar-tanzania) Posted by [Jen King](https://blog.ilp.org/author/jen-king) on 4/3/25 4:15 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/2362.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/26-cant-miss-adventures-in-zanzibar-tanzania) Who knew Africa had the most stunning islands tucked in along the eastern coastline? Head out to Tanzania and you'll find the most perfect crystal clear turquoise waters for your dream vacation! 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