A semester abroad in Peru has got it all! Spot penguins where the red rock cliffs back up to the sea, learn to surf in Lima, and photograph the Rainbow Mountains. And of course ... Machu Picchu! No trip to Peru is complete without a trip through ancient (and so iconic) Incan sites. And the highlight of it all — As an ILP volunteer, you get to make your Peru experience so much more meaningful by serving in our Humanitarian program.

This dreamy island country is one of the most sought after destinations — but is it possible to lounge on these world class beaches on a budget?

The Seychelles are one of those luxury, once-in-a-lifetime destinations. Complete with sugar-soft sand, swaying palm trees, and perfectly blue water, some of the world's best beaches are found in this island nation. Plus, you have experiences like hanging out with the giant tortoises that call paradise home. However, this kind of vacation can get expensive — probably too expensive, right? There are some tricks to know to make a vacation to Seychelles more affordable. 

Are you headed to Europe and have quite a bit of country-hopping on your itinerary? Here are some of our tips for making it happen (even while on a budget)! 

You’ll never want to leave this pretty surf spot once you visit. 

All of Europe is pretty historical, but the bright colors and chapters of history found in Warsaw are only two reasons to visit the Polish capital.

Trust us, Paris is always a good idea! Everyone who goes to Paris ends up loving it (and if they say they don't, then they did it wrong). Want to hit everything on your Paris bucket list? This is the perfect destination guide for you. 

For our ILP volunteers who are living in Uganda for a semester, we love all the things to do in that country, but sometimes adding a new country to your "been there" list is just too hard to resist.

What isn’t there to love about London? We've planned out the top sites, have a few suggestions on saving a little money, and have recommendations on where to find the best sandwiches (and other tips). 

If you’re into pastel buildings floating between idyllic canals, you should be heading to France, not Italy. 

If you're packing for an extended international trip, it's important to have a plan, especially when it comes to your clothes and how much you're bringing!