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What It's Actually Like Living With A Host Family

Posted by Emily Henkel on 8/16/21 9:55 AM

 
Depending on where you volunteer you may live with a host family during your semester abroad with International Language Programs — and it was hands down, the best part of my semester. 
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Topics: Europe, All About ILP + Volunteering

Blue Falls Costa Rica Really Does Have The Bluest Waterfalls

Posted by Emily Henkel on 8/12/21 10:00 AM

Can you really resist the chance to swim in waterfalls this blue?

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Topics: Central America

We Can't Pick Our Favorite Thing About Geneva, Switzerland

Posted by Emily Henkel on 8/9/21 1:38 PM

Come for all things Swiss — stores filled with chocolate, cafes with overflowing fondue, surrounded by spectacular mountain views, and so much more. 

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Topics: Europe

The Best Beaches On Costa Rica's Pacific Coast

Posted by Ilyanna Flores-Alvarez on 8/7/21 8:45 AM

Compared to Costa Rica’s 78-mile Caribbean coast, the 631-mile Pacific Coast has so many more dreamy beaches to snorkel, surf, and sunbathe on!

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Topics: All The Travel Tips, Central America

How To Get Cheap Flights From Romania

Posted by Emily Henkel on 8/3/21 10:45 AM

If you travel on a budget, that means you're looking to save money on every part of your vacation — especially on some of the biggest costs like flights! Here's how to do just that whether you're in Romania as a volunteer for the semester or heading here on vacation. 

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Topics: Europe

The Most Instagrammable Spots In Costa Rica

Posted by Emily Henkel on 8/1/21 8:15 AM

If you’re going to Costa Rica, you should end up with at least half of these pictures in your feed.

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Topics: Central America

What 4 Months Of Traveling In Europe Cost Me

Posted by Emily Henkel on 7/29/21 10:49 AM

Right after college, I spent 4+ months living and traveling all over Europe — here’s what it cost me. 

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Topics: Europe, Saving Money + Fundraising

Can My Mom Mail Me A Package While I'm Living Abroad?

Posted by Jen King on 7/27/21 7:15 AM

Here’s what you — er, I guess your parents and friends — need to know about sending a package to you while you’re living abroad. 

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Topics: All About ILP + Volunteering, For The Parents

Head To Monte Cristi For Swinging Sunrise Views

Posted by Emily Henkel on 7/25/21 10:44 AM

This viewpoint in the Dominican Republic is one of the prettiest we've seen (and pictures from this place kinda need to end up on your Instagram).

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Topics: Caribbean

You Know You're An ILP Volunteer When ...

Posted by Emily Henkel on 7/23/21 8:00 AM

A semester abroad gives you some incredible and hilarious adventures ... but you'll only be able to really understand this post if you've volunteered with ILP before. 

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Topics: All About ILP + Volunteering

Hey friends!

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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