--- title: ILP Blog (47) description: Teach English abroad with International Language Programs in Asia, Europe, Central America, the Caribbean and Africa. (47) --- **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) ## [Dreaming Of Germany's Prettiest Fairytale Town: Rothenburg](https://blog.ilp.org/dreaming-of-germanys-prettiest-fairytale-town-rothenburg) Posted by [Abbey Krzymowski](https://blog.ilp.org/author/abbey-krzymowski) on 5/29/20 3:57 PM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/middle-ages-4062651_1920.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/dreaming-of-germanys-prettiest-fairytale-town-rothenburg) Rothenburg ob de Tauber is easily one of the most charming cities in Europe, so obviously you want to stop by for a visit, right? Here's everything you need to know while planning your trip. [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/dreaming-of-germanys-prettiest-fairytale-town-rothenburg) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/dreaming-of-germanys-prettiest-fairytale-town-rothenburg#comments-listing) Topics: [Europe](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/europe) ## [Gorgeous Viewpoints, Bonfires, And Camping In Barahona](https://blog.ilp.org/this-gorgeous-viewpoint-bonfires-camping-in-barahona) Posted by [Jen King](https://blog.ilp.org/author/jen-king) on 5/28/20 12:43 PM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202020-04-22%20at%2011.28.21%20AM.png) ](https://blog.ilp.org/this-gorgeous-viewpoint-bonfires-camping-in-barahona) Come hike to one of our favorite viewpoints in the Dominican Republic, watch the sunset while you have a bonfire, and wake up to the sunrise from your tent right on the beach. We're dishing on one of our favorite vacation gems, found in Barahona! [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/this-gorgeous-viewpoint-bonfires-camping-in-barahona) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/this-gorgeous-viewpoint-bonfires-camping-in-barahona#comments-listing) Topics: [Caribbean](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/caribbean) ## [Living The Life (Or Just A Perfect Weekend) In Lviv, Ukraine](https://blog.ilp.org/lviv-ukraine) Posted by [Abbey Krzymowski](https://blog.ilp.org/author/abbey-krzymowski) on 5/28/20 6:45 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Ukraine%2019-1.png) ](https://blog.ilp.org/lviv-ukraine) Ready to visit one of Ukraine's most colorful historic cities that’s home to the best chocolate shop around? Here's all you need to know when planning a weekend for the books to Lviv, Ukraine! [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/lviv-ukraine) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/lviv-ukraine#comments-listing) Topics: [Europe](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/europe) ## [Hike El Chico, Mexico Before The Rest Of The World Does](https://blog.ilp.org/hike-el-chico-mexico) Posted by [Emily Henkel](https://blog.ilp.org/author/emily-henkel) on 5/27/20 12:45 PM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/image1-2.jpeg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/hike-el-chico-mexico) You may think the colorful cities found in this part of Mexico would be the highlight, but we cannot get enough of the hiking here.  [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/hike-el-chico-mexico) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/hike-el-chico-mexico#comments-listing) Topics: [Central America](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/central-america) ## [Koh Yao Noi Is A Totally Untouched Thai Island](https://blog.ilp.org/koh-yao-noi-thailand) Posted by [Emily Henkel](https://blog.ilp.org/author/emily-henkel) on 5/26/20 3:35 PM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202020-04-29%20at%2011.40.25%20AM.png) ](https://blog.ilp.org/koh-yao-noi-thailand) Haven't heard of it? Most people haven’t, but that’s exactly why it’s a favorite. Koh Yao Noi is an easy day trip from the busier spots you’re already visiting, so come skip the crowds and some have a secluded beach all to yourself. [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/koh-yao-noi-thailand) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/koh-yao-noi-thailand#comments-listing) Topics: [Asia](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/asia) ## [Staying Fit While Volunteering in Uganda With ILP](https://blog.ilp.org/exercising-in-uganda) Posted by [Emma Mortezazadeh](https://blog.ilp.org/author/emma-mortezazadeh) on 5/24/20 3:15 PM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202019-04-09%20at%207.56.46%20AM-1.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/exercising-in-uganda) Headed to Africa for your semester abroad with ILP? Assuming you've never been there before you might be wondering what options you have for exercising while you live there for a bit! [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/exercising-in-uganda) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/exercising-in-uganda#comments-listing) Topics: [Africa](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/africa) ## [The Best Thai Ruins Are In Sukhothai](https://blog.ilp.org/sukhothai) Posted by [Abbey Krzymowski](https://blog.ilp.org/author/abbey-krzymowski) on 5/22/20 7:15 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/305871005_1891790367697926_1177199411026026029_n.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/sukhothai) Everyone loves Thai beaches, Thai people, and Thai food. But let's not forget about Thai ruins! And our favorite ruins—Sukhothai—make for the perfect day trip for any of our ILP volunteers! [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/sukhothai) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/sukhothai#comments-listing) Topics: [Asia](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/asia) ## [Plan A Visit To This Town In France's Fairytale Region](https://blog.ilp.org/frances-fairytale-town) Posted by [Abbey Krzymowski](https://blog.ilp.org/author/abbey-krzymowski) on 5/21/20 2:18 PM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/sascha-sturm-N2ESK-RS9ks-unsplash-1.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/frances-fairytale-town) It's no secret that Europe is full of the prettiest fairytale towns, and some of our favorites are clustered in the Alsace Region of France. Here's what you need to know for planning your trip to one of these charming towns—Colmar!  [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/frances-fairytale-town) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/frances-fairytale-town#comments-listing) Topics: [Europe](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/europe) ## [Bank Cards With No International ATM Fees](https://blog.ilp.org/which-bank/atm-card-should-i-bring-abroad-with-me) Posted by [Emily Henkel](https://blog.ilp.org/author/emily-henkel) on 5/21/20 10:08 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202018-08-27%20at%2011.14.29%20AM-4.png) ](https://blog.ilp.org/which-bank/atm-card-should-i-bring-abroad-with-me) I probably spent a couple of hundred dollars on ATM fees while traveling until switching my card.  [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/which-bank/atm-card-should-i-bring-abroad-with-me) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/which-bank/atm-card-should-i-bring-abroad-with-me#comments-listing) Topics: [All The Travel Tips](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-the-travel-tips), [Saving Money + Fundraising](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/saving-money-fundraising), [For The Parents](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/for-the-parents) ## [These Are The Best Places To Eat in Kiev, Ukraine](https://blog.ilp.org/these-are-the-best-places-to-eat-while-in-kiev-ukraine) Posted by [Emma Mortezazadeh](https://blog.ilp.org/author/emma-mortezazadeh) on 5/20/20 8:15 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202019-08-22%20at%2010.32.24%20AM-2.png) ](https://blog.ilp.org/these-are-the-best-places-to-eat-while-in-kiev-ukraine) Of course you've got to try all the best food while visiting (or volunteering) in Kiev, Ukraine? 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