Tour the mansion on the grounds, go ziplining, or rent paddle boats on the surrounding lake — we love a quick trip to this estate!

If you find yourself near Leon, Nicaragua but need some time with turtles, play on taking a day to visit this nearby gem.

Bangkok is just one of those vibrant, bustling, and absolutely captivating cities that you should see at least once. And if you’re living in Thailand for a semester as an ILP volunteer, we even recommend visiting more than once if you can. 

From admiring a temple covered in over 1,000 pounds of gold to the impressive border ceremony between India and Pakistan, it's hard to choose my favorite experiences in Amritsar!

Standing as the capital of the country and one of the oldest cities, you know you can't miss out on a trip to Santo Domingo. 

You have your weekends covered if you find yourself around Uvita, Costa Rica! 

With the hundreds of beach options to choose from, make sure you know hit up the best spots in the Dominican — we have our favorite beaches mapped out, just for you.

Try not to fall in love with this gorgeous mountain town — it's a stunner, complete with yak rides, temples galore, miles of markets, and more. 

Hey, hey Mexico! We love that we can jump from town to town, exploring a new spot every weekend on a budget because of the really affordable bus system. Because the country is so expansive, there are several spots that are best accessed by flight. But you know us ... we love a good deal!

The Dominican Republic is known for some of the world's most beautiful beaches, amazing scenery, and friendly people — but if you're traveling (or volunteering there!) you can't miss out on trying lots of new and delicious foods.