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Don’t Travel Anywhere Without Backing Up Your Photos

Posted by Emily Henkel on 10/15/24 7:15 AM

You probably think it won’t happen to you, but there are volunteers who lose their photos (or even lose their phones!) every single semester. Just in case that ends up being you, make sure you know how to back up your photos (for free) before jetting off on any trip. 

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Topics: Get Ready For Your ILP Trip, All The Travel Tips

All The Things You Need To Do Before Leaving For A Semester Abroad

Posted by Abbey Krzymowski on 10/1/24 8:00 AM

Before embarking on your big adventure abroad, make sure you complete each of these things on our checklist!

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Topics: Get Ready For Your ILP Trip, All The Travel Tips

All About eSIMs + Why You Might Need One For Your Next Trip

Posted by Jen King on 9/26/24 9:30 AM

The newest technology in communication is making things much more convenient for international travelers. It's just one more option for staying connected while you're abroad — here's everything you need to know.

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

This Is How I Make My Packing List

Posted by Emily Henkel on 7/17/24 2:45 PM

If packing up everything for a semester abroad trip in a couple of suitcases seems a little overwhelming …. just use this packing list.

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Topics: Get Ready For Your ILP Trip, All The Travel Tips

How To Apply For A U.S. Passport

Posted by Jen King on 4/24/24 7:30 AM

Getting ready to go abroad? Step 1: get a passport! Don't worry though, it's really easy.

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Topics: Get Ready For Your ILP Trip, All The Travel Tips

The Travel-Size Items You Can't Forget To Bring

Posted by Abbey Krzymowski on 12/28/23 9:02 AM

Getting ready for an international trip? Whether you'll be exploring new and beautiful places for just a few weeks or a few months, these travel-size products should definitely have a reserved seat in your bag. 

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Topics: All The Travel Tips

Best Ways To Travel Around Europe On A Budget

Posted by Abbey Krzymowski on 12/6/23 7:00 AM

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)! 

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Topics: All The Travel Tips, Europe

10 Ways To Survive A Long Flight + Ideal Carry On Essentials

Posted by Jen King on 11/6/23 12:33 PM

Let's face it, sometimes even the quickest flights can be difficult to get through unless you're prepared. How are you supposed to survive your 12+ hour flight and layovers and what in the world makes the cut for the carry-on?

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Topics: All The Travel Tips

How To Pack For A 10-Day Trip In A Backpack

Posted by Emily Henkel on 8/25/23 8:00 AM

10 days, and one backpack (it's easier than you think). 

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Topics: All The Travel Tips

What Goes In Your Carry On? And What Goes In Your Checked Bag?

Posted by Emily Henkel on 8/2/23 8:00 AM

Here's my quick guide to figuring out what goes in your check bag(s) and which things should stay in your carry-on. 

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Topics: Get Ready For Your ILP Trip, All The Travel Tips

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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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