A semester abroad  in Thailand most definitely means lots of sunshine, fresh fruit smoothies, cutie kids…and lots of black? Here’s what you need to know about the Thai King’s death and your ILP semester.

Topics: Asia

So you’ve moved into your new dorm room at school and aren’t loving the bland white walls you aren’t allowed to paint and the boring furniture you unfortunately can’t replace. What’s a girl supposed to do…without spending much money? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.

Topics: Saving Money + Fundraising, Tips For Your Twenties

If you'll be abroad in the spring — you should look into going strawberry picking in your country. 

Topics: Asia, Central America, Europe

 

Spend a semester living in Europe (and traveling all around) but read these books first to get prepared.

Topics: Europe, Tips For Your Twenties

Raise your hand if you want your hard earned travel money to go to things like buying luggage….No one? Makes sense — If you wanna save some cash, keep reading. 

Topics: Get Ready For Your ILP Trip, Saving Money + Fundraising

Nervous about taking the metro for the first time ever while traveling abroad? Relax, it’s easy, I promise. 

Topics: Asia, All The Travel Tips, Europe

The humanitarian program in Romania is unique because you will be working in our orphanage program, with children who may have physical or mental disabilities — it's extremely rewarding, but don't take our word for it.

Topics: Europe, All About ILP + Volunteering, Orphanage + Humanitarian

And here you thought you had to go to Italy to get gelato at an adorable cafe. 

Topics: Asia

You’ve got to eat bowlfuls of this favorite local dish while you can, so you might as well be eating the very best Pad Thai while in Thailand!

Topics: Asia

I’ve done both types of trips and I’ve got to say, I always prefer to be gone for an entire semester and here’s why. 

Topics: All The Travel Tips, All About ILP + Volunteering