ILP isn’t just for when you’re single — we have countries all over that you can volunteer in with your spouse!
If a one week honeymoon doesn’t seem quite long enough, think about volunteering with ILP! We have several countries that married volunteers can apply for, with a few discounts up for grabs.
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We could go on forever about why volunteering with your spouse is such a great idea (things like making amazing memories together and learning about your partner in such a new atmosphere comes to mind) but we’ll leave that for later. Good luck choosing between these countries!
Mexico
Our secret gem of a program! This country has got it all ... the best weather, the best food, the easiest language to learn for most volunteers, and seriously gorgeous vacation spots. There are so many spots to explore close by that you could jump on the bus (where tickets are crazy cheap by the way) and spend every Saturday and Sunday exploring another city.
Price: $2,670 per person*
Semesters: Spring (Jan-April), Summer (May-August), Fall (late August-Dec)
Learn about our Mexico program here
We currently have a discount available for married couples in this location — $500 off for the both of you (so, $250 each). Talk to your ILP representative about more details!
Dominican Republic
If the island life is calling your name, you might want to check out our humanitarian program in the DR! Volunteers here all share space in a house, but we've got a room in the house where you and your spouse can stay together (don't worry, it's private), while still enjoying the dynamic of living abroad with a group of new friends.
Our favorite part of the Dominican though are those cutie kids in the neighborhood who run up to you on the street wanting some hugs and to play. Adorable.
Price: $3,970 per person
Semesters: Spring (Jan-April), Summer (May-August), Fall (late August-Dec)
Learn about our DR program here
Ukraine
Since all volunteers live with host families in this country, it does depends if ILP can coordinate with a host family who is able to accommodate host the two of you for the semester you're applying for, so availability may change semester to semester but often works out.
If we can, be sure you and your spouse get ready for a semester full of stunning cathedrals and Ukrainian culture! Be sure to visit the Big Mama statue, explore the depths of the metro and of course, think about where else in Europe you’d love to travel during your vacations. We think places like Greece are on your bucket list.
Price: $2,970 per person
Semesters: Spring (Group1: Jan-April or Group 2: Jan-early June), Summer (April-July), Fall (late August-Dec)
Learn about our Ukraine program here
Romania
Romania is a very unique program for ILP — here you don't serve in the classroom by teaching, but instead you serve by helping in an orphanage program. Volunteers get the unique experience to volunteer in a group of apartments owned by the orphanage, where children from the orphanage live to adjust to a more home-like setting which requires quite a few more skills you're there to help with and help teach.
If helping children to grow by providing one-on-one attention and support is your thing, Romania is the humanitarian program for you guys!
Price: $5,470 per person
Semesters: Spring (Jan-April), Summer (May-August) and Fall (late August-Dec)
Learn about our Romania orphanage program here
Costa Rica
If you and your spouse are into hikes through dense jungles, adventure through waterfalls, hanging out on white sand beaches and exploring all the rainforest has to offer, Costa Rica is for you.
We're thrilled to add it to our Humanitarian program and let married couples know that you can volunteer in Costa Rica and have a packed semester of adventure. Favorite vacation spots also include places like Mexico or Panama, letting you really experience Central America during your time abroad.
Price: $3,970 per person
Semesters: Spring (Jan-April), Summer (May-August) and Fall (late August-Dec)
Learn about our Costa Rica program here
Nicaragua
Nicaragua is meant for the adventurous couple who are looking to go off the beaten path and have some thrilling adventures, all while making a difference. Nicaragua is the hotspot for volcanoes — you can hike 'em, kayak in the craters, camp on the slopes, peer over the rims to see boiling lava for yourself and even slide down the side during an afternoon of volcano boarding.
Nicaragua is also full of rainforests, miles of gorgeous coastline and high adventures, like ziplining and canyoneering. Want beaches? Head to the beyond dreamy Corn Islands for swaying palm trees, soft white sand, and blue water.
Price: $3,970 per person
Semesters: Spring (Jan-April), Summer (May-August) and Fall (late August-Dec)
Learn about our Nicaragua program here
India
Get ready for a semester of adventures! Our volunteers in our Himalayan program are living with those towering mountains in their backyard — yep, come hike in the Himalayas any weekend you want! Plan on a semester filled with hiking, zip lining, exploring mountain towns, white water river rafting, yak riding, and skiing in the winter time, all without straying very far from where you live.
On vacation? Explore all the things India has in store for you (which goes way beyond the Taj Mahal, by the way). See cities filled with hundreds of temples, visit the coastline for surfing and houseboat rides in the river, go on a jungle safari to find tigers, or trek across the desert by camel. You can also snag your passport to visit places like Nepal.
If you're ready for a semester like that, learn more about our India program, here.
Price: $3,970
Semesters: Spring semester (February to April/early May), Summer (May to August), and Fall (August, or early September and home before Christmas).
Uganda
Come spend a semester in Africa! Married couples will join an ILP group for a few month of service and safari — spend your time teaching English, working to repair springs to provide fresh water, and exploring what the country of Uganda has to offer. Safaris full of big cats and speckled giraffes and adventures like hikes to thundering waterfalls are what's waiting for you. Vacation wise, plan on flying over to Tanzania for a dreamy week or two on the perfect beaches of Zanzibar.
Spots in Uganda are dependent on housing, so apply ASAP if you're eyeing a spot here with your spouse!
Price: $5,470 per person*
Semesters: Spring (late Jan-April), Summer (May-August) and Fall (late August-Dec)
Learn about our Uganda program here
*We currently have a discount available for married couples in this location — $500 off for the both of you (so, $250 each). Talk to your ILP representative about more details!
Do you both have your passports ready?
You will have a tough time trying to decide what sort of international honeymoon you and your spouse want...and if you need a little more help deciding, come talk to an ILP rep who can answer your questions and get you a little more info!
