Hit the best beaches in and around Marari, go searching for lighthouses, then take a river cruise in Alappuzha. Can you see why we love a tropical vacation here?

Topics: Asia

Bangkok is pretty much on anyone’s list when it comes to places to travel to in Thailand. Even if you're just staying for a weekend, you have about a few thousand places to stay ... so which hostel or hotel do you choose?

Topics: Asia

Our newest favorite destination has the prettiest blue water and about a dozen fantastic adventures you have to try.  

Topics: Africa

Ready for another city to fall in love with in Mexico? San Luis Potosi is your next obsession (with plenty of weekend trips to explore once you've tackled the city). 

Topics: Central America

Nestled in the southern part of Thailand is a verdant green jungle, home to colorful bungalows floating on deep blue pools, hiding behind waterfalls and groups of jabbering monkeys — if you’re looking for a prettier place to relax, we wish you luck finding one!

Topics: Asia

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

Topics: Africa

Anyone volunteering in Mexico could spend every single weekend visiting one of the rad cities that are just a short bus ride away, but definitely make sure to spend at least one weekend in Guadalajara! 

Topics: Central America

With lush jungles, hikes, zip lining, cloud forests, and more in Monteverde, you can't skip out on a vacation here. 

Topics: Central America

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 wanting to save the most money but still have weekends full of adventures, you'll want to check out our most affordable ILP countries. 

Topics: Asia, Central America, Saving Money + Fundraising, Caribbean