--- title: ILP Blog | Europe (4) description: Europe | Teach English abroad with International Language Programs in Asia, Europe, Central America, the Caribbean and Africa. (4) --- **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) ## [Cute Towns That Will Make You Want To Vacation In Romania](https://blog.ilp.org/cute-towns-that-will-make-you-want-to-vacation-in-romania) Posted by [Emily Henkel](https://blog.ilp.org/author/emily-henkel) on 4/10/23 6:30 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202019-03-25%20at%208.55.26%20PM.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/cute-towns-that-will-make-you-want-to-vacation-in-romania) Charming villages tucked between rolling green hills? Your camera roll will not be able to handle how pretty these spots in Romania are. [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/cute-towns-that-will-make-you-want-to-vacation-in-romania) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/cute-towns-that-will-make-you-want-to-vacation-in-romania#comments-listing) Topics: [Europe](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/europe) ## [How Am I Helping The Kids In The Orphanage Program?](https://blog.ilp.org/how-am-i-helping-the-kids-in-the-orphanage-program) Posted by [Emily Henkel](https://blog.ilp.org/author/emily-henkel) on 3/2/23 10:14 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/304164917_845115636937173_8710630409132758174_n.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/how-am-i-helping-the-kids-in-the-orphanage-program) This is the only ILP location where you won't be teaching English, but that's just the beginning of what makes this program so unique! [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/how-am-i-helping-the-kids-in-the-orphanage-program) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/how-am-i-helping-the-kids-in-the-orphanage-program#comments-listing) Topics: [Europe](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/europe), [Orphanage + Humanitarian](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/orphanage-humanitarian) ## [Find Castles And Palaces Galore In Sintra, Portugal](https://blog.ilp.org/find-castles-and-palaces-galore-in-sintra-portugal) Posted by [Emily Henkel](https://blog.ilp.org/author/emily-henkel) on 6/29/22 11:44 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/hakon-areskjold-iqR0R7mzgpw-unsplash.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/find-castles-and-palaces-galore-in-sintra-portugal) You'll want more than a day to soak up just the highlights found in this colorfully charming Portuguese city. [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/find-castles-and-palaces-galore-in-sintra-portugal) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/find-castles-and-palaces-galore-in-sintra-portugal#comments-listing) Topics: [Europe](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/europe) ## [I Only Have A Couple Days In Italy! Which City Should I See?](https://blog.ilp.org/i-only-have-a-couple-days-in-italy-which-city-should-i-see) Posted by [Emily Henkel](https://blog.ilp.org/author/emily-henkel) on 5/2/22 11:01 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/72257375_509948769738125_4955905085213480265_n.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/i-only-have-a-couple-days-in-italy-which-city-should-i-see) You could probably spend about a month in Italy, and never even get close to seeing all of the highlights. However, if you're like me (and short on time), you'll want this guide to help you pick the perfect city for your visit! [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/i-only-have-a-couple-days-in-italy-which-city-should-i-see) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/i-only-have-a-couple-days-in-italy-which-city-should-i-see#comments-listing) Topics: [All The Travel Tips](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-the-travel-tips), [Europe](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/europe) ## [Experience 3 Different Cultures in Toledo, Spain](https://blog.ilp.org/experience-3-different-cultures-in-toledo-spain) Posted by [Emily Ekker](https://blog.ilp.org/author/emily-ekker) on 4/29/22 10:08 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Toledo%20Spain%20at%20night%20.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/experience-3-different-cultures-in-toledo-spain) Known as "The City of Three Cultures" — there's a rich religious history of Muslim, Christian, and Jewish heritage here. Don't miss one of Spain's best-preserved towns! [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/experience-3-different-cultures-in-toledo-spain) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/experience-3-different-cultures-in-toledo-spain#comments-listing) Topics: [Europe](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/europe) ## [Here's How To Choose The Perfect ILP Country For You](https://blog.ilp.org/which-ilp-country-is-right-for-my-volunteer) Posted by [Abbey Krzymowski](https://blog.ilp.org/author/abbey-krzymowski) on 4/16/22 3:00 PM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/J1080x720-01222-1.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/which-ilp-country-is-right-for-my-volunteer) With SO many options, are you looking for a little help choosing the right country for you? Whether you're looking for your own semester (or are a parent trying to help), these five guidelines are here to help.  [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/which-ilp-country-is-right-for-my-volunteer) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/which-ilp-country-is-right-for-my-volunteer#comments-listing) Topics: [Asia](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/asia), [Central America](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/central-america), [Europe](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/europe), [Caribbean](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/caribbean), [For The Parents](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/for-the-parents), [Africa](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/africa), [South Pacific](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/south-pacific) ## [12 Spots In Portugal That Make For The Perfect Vacation](https://blog.ilp.org/spots-in-portugal-for-the-perfect-vacation) Posted by [Emily Henkel](https://blog.ilp.org/author/emily-henkel) on 3/16/22 2:46 PM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/31198409_649955002010733_1930743328907722752_n.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/spots-in-portugal-for-the-perfect-vacation) From postcard-worthy beaches, whimsically colorful castles, and cities that are full of red tile rooftops and gelato, there's a city in Portugal that's perfect for you.  [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/spots-in-portugal-for-the-perfect-vacation) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/spots-in-portugal-for-the-perfect-vacation#comments-listing) Topics: [Europe](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/europe) ## [Take A Sunny Seaside Trip To Alicante, Spain (And Stay Forever)](https://blog.ilp.org/alicante-spain) Posted by [Emily Henkel](https://blog.ilp.org/author/emily-henkel) on 3/4/22 2:12 PM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/lenny-van-camp-jyvjG39nx_E-unsplash.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/alicante-spain) Dreaming of a beachy vacation you can visit year-round? Snag a cheap flight to Alicante and soak up the sun, explore free museums, and escape the crowds in this bright and quirky Spanish town — or take a trip to thundering waterfalls, pirate islands, or a pink lake. We love love love Alicante.  [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/alicante-spain) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/alicante-spain#comments-listing) Topics: [Europe](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/europe) ## [Visiting France's Mont Saint Michel Is Like Stepping Into A Fairytale](https://blog.ilp.org/visiting-mont-saint-michel-is-like-stepping-into-a-fairytale) Posted by [Emily Ekker](https://blog.ilp.org/author/emily-ekker) on 2/20/22 11:29 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Mont%20St%20Michel.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/visiting-mont-saint-michel-is-like-stepping-into-a-fairytale) Be ready to be transported back in time when you explore the magical fairytale city of Mont Saint Michel.  [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/visiting-mont-saint-michel-is-like-stepping-into-a-fairytale) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/visiting-mont-saint-michel-is-like-stepping-into-a-fairytale#comments-listing) Topics: [Europe](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/europe) ## [Plan To Visit Porto, Portugal ASAP](https://blog.ilp.org/porto-portugal) Posted by [Emily Henkel](https://blog.ilp.org/author/emily-henkel) on 2/11/22 1:23 PM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/redtiles.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/porto-portugal) We're not quite sure why Portugal isn't on every single person's travel list, but we think you'll be adding it to your itinerary once you catch a glimpse of Porto.  [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/porto-portugal) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/porto-portugal#comments-listing) Topics: [Europe](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/europe) [Previous](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/europe/page/3) [All posts](https://blog.ilp.org/all) [Next](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/europe/page/5) ## **[Hey friends!](https://blog.ilp.org/)** We are ILP, a Utah-based non-profit org that has service abroad opportunities for college-age volunteers. 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