--- title: ILP Blog | Get Ready For Your ILP Trip (2) description: Get Ready For Your ILP Trip | Teach English abroad with International Language Programs in Asia, Europe, Central America, the Caribbean and Africa. (2) --- **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) ## [What Do You Wear While Teaching With ILP?](https://blog.ilp.org/what-do-you-wear-while-teaching-with-ilp) Posted by [Emily Henkel](https://blog.ilp.org/author/emily-henkel) on 10/16/23 10:45 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/259406034_451231036735915_4908021231014684807_n.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/what-do-you-wear-while-teaching-with-ilp) Besides the construction paper and glue sticks in your suitcase, you should also be packing stuff to wear on vacations and in the classroom. [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/what-do-you-wear-while-teaching-with-ilp) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/what-do-you-wear-while-teaching-with-ilp#comments-listing) Topics: [Get Ready For Your ILP Trip](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/get-ready-for-your-ilp-trip), [All About ILP + Volunteering](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-about-ilp-volunteering), [Teaching With ILP](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/teaching-with-ilp) ## [Interested But Still Deciding About Your ILP Semester?](https://blog.ilp.org/what-if-im-interested-but-still-deciding-if-i-should-volunteer-with-ilp) Posted by [Jen King](https://blog.ilp.org/author/jen-king) on 8/20/23 11:56 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/strawberrymilkybabe_347423698_639711517546175_1692901606956324946_n.jpeg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/what-if-im-interested-but-still-deciding-if-i-should-volunteer-with-ilp) You'll find so many incredible adventures as you volunteer, but we understand that there is a lot to consider when it comes to timing and deciding if this experience is a good fit for you. [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/what-if-im-interested-but-still-deciding-if-i-should-volunteer-with-ilp) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/what-if-im-interested-but-still-deciding-if-i-should-volunteer-with-ilp#comments-listing) Topics: [Get Ready For Your ILP Trip](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/get-ready-for-your-ilp-trip), [All About ILP + Volunteering](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-about-ilp-volunteering) ## [Things I Was Worried About The Most Before Volunteering Abroad](https://blog.ilp.org/things-i-was-worried-about-that-werent-actually-a-problem-during-my-ilp-semester) Posted by [Auvi Evans](https://blog.ilp.org/author/auvi-evans) on 8/6/23 11:04 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/357426925_322623306763420_2798023279233611135_n.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/things-i-was-worried-about-that-werent-actually-a-problem-during-my-ilp-semester) Before your semester abroad ILP it is 100% normal to be nervous —  here are the things I was the most worried about (and how they actually turned out). [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/things-i-was-worried-about-that-werent-actually-a-problem-during-my-ilp-semester) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/things-i-was-worried-about-that-werent-actually-a-problem-during-my-ilp-semester#comments-listing) Topics: [Get Ready For Your ILP Trip](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/get-ready-for-your-ilp-trip), [All About ILP + Volunteering](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-about-ilp-volunteering) ## [What Goes In Your Carry On? And What Goes In Your Checked Bag?](https://blog.ilp.org/carry-on-vs-checked-luggage) Posted by [Emily Henkel](https://blog.ilp.org/author/emily-henkel) on 8/2/23 8:00 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Screen%20Shot%202020-09-02%20at%201.19.43%20PM.png) ](https://blog.ilp.org/carry-on-vs-checked-luggage) Here's my quick guide to figuring out what goes in your check bag(s) and which things should stay in your carry-on.  [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/carry-on-vs-checked-luggage) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/carry-on-vs-checked-luggage#comments-listing) Topics: [Get Ready For Your ILP Trip](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/get-ready-for-your-ilp-trip), [All The Travel Tips](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-the-travel-tips) ## [Where To Find Comfy And Modest Clothes For Teaching](https://blog.ilp.org/where-to-find-comfy-and-modest-clothes-for-teaching) Posted by [Abbey Krzymowski](https://blog.ilp.org/author/abbey-krzymowski) on 7/23/23 6:45 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/ilpadventure_221168478_248542230153016_5475708540733863052_n-1.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/where-to-find-comfy-and-modest-clothes-for-teaching) ## **** You want clothes that make you feel picture ready, are really comfortable, and keep you covered up in all the right places? While staying within a student's budget, of course. Here's the list of our tried and true favorite stores and online shops!  [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/where-to-find-comfy-and-modest-clothes-for-teaching) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/where-to-find-comfy-and-modest-clothes-for-teaching#comments-listing) Topics: [Get Ready For Your ILP Trip](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/get-ready-for-your-ilp-trip), [All About ILP + Volunteering](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-about-ilp-volunteering), [Teaching With ILP](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/teaching-with-ilp) ## [Fundraise Over $1,000 For Your Semester Abroad In One Saturday](https://blog.ilp.org/yard-sale-fundraiser-how-to) Posted by [Jen King](https://blog.ilp.org/author/jen-king) on 4/20/23 6:30 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/Teaching%2011.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/yard-sale-fundraiser-how-to) Fundraising may sound unrealistic or intimidating, but it's more than worth the effort, especially if you can raise more than $1,000 in a single Saturday. [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/yard-sale-fundraiser-how-to) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/yard-sale-fundraiser-how-to#comments-listing) Topics: [Get Ready For Your ILP Trip](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/get-ready-for-your-ilp-trip), [Saving Money + Fundraising](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/saving-money-fundraising) ## [Tips For Utah Valley University Students + An ILP Semester Abroad](https://blog.ilp.org/tips-for-uvu-students-an-ilp-semester-abroad) Posted by [Jen King](https://blog.ilp.org/author/jen-king) on 2/15/23 8:45 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/tayleewarner%20costa%20rica.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/tips-for-uvu-students-an-ilp-semester-abroad) If you're currently a student at Utah Valley University, you could easily fit a semester volunteering abroad in. [International Language Programs](http://ilp.org) (that's us!) has UVU students applying to volunteer every semester and here's how they make it work. [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/tips-for-uvu-students-an-ilp-semester-abroad) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/tips-for-uvu-students-an-ilp-semester-abroad#comments-listing) Topics: [Get Ready For Your ILP Trip](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/get-ready-for-your-ilp-trip), [All About ILP + Volunteering](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-about-ilp-volunteering), [Tips For Your Twenties](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/tips-for-your-twenties) ## [Why Traveling Can Be Hard + How To Make It Easier](https://blog.ilp.org/why-traveling-is-hard-and-how-to-make-it-easier) Posted by [Emily Henkel](https://blog.ilp.org/author/emily-henkel) on 11/11/22 10:11 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/298336711_736708764101470_589044227422390546_n.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/why-traveling-is-hard-and-how-to-make-it-easier) When I talk about my trips abroad, I'm all about sharing the highlight reel (even though traveling was hard for me at times). After spending several months abroad and taking dozens of international trips, I think I've finally found that balance between the good parts and the hard parts (and am here to share some advice).  [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/why-traveling-is-hard-and-how-to-make-it-easier) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/why-traveling-is-hard-and-how-to-make-it-easier#comments-listing) Topics: [Get Ready For Your ILP Trip](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/get-ready-for-your-ilp-trip), [All The Travel Tips](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-the-travel-tips), [All About ILP + Volunteering](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-about-ilp-volunteering), [Tips For Your Twenties](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/tips-for-your-twenties) ## [These Sites Make It So Easy To Fundraise By Selling Shirts](https://blog.ilp.org/this-site-makes-it-so-easy-to-fundraise-by-selling-shirts) Posted by [Jen King](https://blog.ilp.org/author/jen-king) on 10/31/22 7:00 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/217449775_536657207525717_29710277588773991_n%20(1).jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/this-site-makes-it-so-easy-to-fundraise-by-selling-shirts) Looking for ways to fund your time serving and making a difference abroad? We love unique fundraising ideas, like this one. [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/this-site-makes-it-so-easy-to-fundraise-by-selling-shirts) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/this-site-makes-it-so-easy-to-fundraise-by-selling-shirts#comments-listing) Topics: [Get Ready For Your ILP Trip](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/get-ready-for-your-ilp-trip), [Saving Money + Fundraising](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/saving-money-fundraising) ## [How To Insert A SIM Card Into Your Phone](https://blog.ilp.org/how-to-insert-a-sim-card-into-your-iphone-ilp) Posted by [Emily Henkel](https://blog.ilp.org/author/emily-henkel) on 4/4/22 7:03 AM [![](https://blog.ilp.org/hubfs/brett-jordan-o0kPG3RirHs-unsplash.jpg) ](https://blog.ilp.org/how-to-insert-a-sim-card-into-your-iphone-ilp) Have SIM card questions? Welcome to the very helpful post of answers (it's a must-have if you're going with a local data plan on your ILP semester!) [Read More](https://blog.ilp.org/how-to-insert-a-sim-card-into-your-iphone-ilp) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ilp.org/how-to-insert-a-sim-card-into-your-iphone-ilp#comments-listing) Topics: [Get Ready For Your ILP Trip](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/get-ready-for-your-ilp-trip), [All The Travel Tips](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-the-travel-tips), [All About ILP + Volunteering](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/all-about-ilp-volunteering) [Previous](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/get-ready-for-your-ilp-trip/page/1) [All posts](https://blog.ilp.org/all) [Next](https://blog.ilp.org/topic/get-ready-for-your-ilp-trip/page/3) ## **[Hey friends!](https://blog.ilp.org/)** 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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