No matter where you are, even at home, there are safety risks. But when traveling abroad, away from all things familiar, it is even more essential to be vigilant and proactive in order to minimize the risks. 

Just a couple of hours away from Hanoi is Ninh Bình, home to whimsically lush mountains, monastery hikes, a winding river cruise through deep caves, and riding bikes to rice fields. 

Montenegro sits right on the Adriatic Sea and has a long stretch of more than 100 dreamy beaches, giving you so many to choose from. Think pink, pebbly beaches lining some of the most turquoise and clear water that you'll find anywhere in Europe. You can’t miss them.

Can I be an ILP volunteer if I'm Canadian? Yup! There are a few things that are different though, so let's fill you in.

Bali gets all the attention, but that’s only because we want to keep Gili Islands more of a secret.  

I had a few questions on how to pay for things before I spent a whole semester traveling around Asia with ILP — would cash be best? What about my credit card? Anything else I should know? Sit tight, because all of those questions (and more) are answered below. 

Cancun isn’t our number one vacation spot in Mexico (not even close!) but it is our top pick for nearby adventures. The newest addition? The vacation spot of your dreams — Cozumel.

Whether you need lesson ideas for your very first week of teaching (here are some survival tips) or are looking for a few new arts and crafts to mix things up towards the end of your semester, we’ve got you covered. Here's our master list of arts and crafts ideas that work really well for ILP lessons!

Any time of year is a good time to visit Europe....buuut if we had to choose, the weeks leading up to Christmas might just be our favorite. Why?! Because there is nothing more magical than a European Christmas Market! And if you time it right, you may even be able to experience a handful of them. Here is a guide to all of our very favorites.

Any city that was “built for relaxing” is somewhere you just can’t pass up.