Author: Andrea Minonne @andrexplores and andrexplores.com It’s 2020 and with globalization and low-cost airlines making it easy to travel for cheap, it’s hard to find a country with a culture that is not Westernized in some ways. I tend to stay away from mainstream destinations and even though Myanmar is quickly progressing, it was for me […]
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There’s a huge choice of volunteer work out there -featuring varying durations in every continent. When choosing, make sure you avoid programmes that exploit people or animals, use an approved provider and make sure you do your research and read our questions to ask guide before you commit. Here’s our overview of the main types
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Authors: Casey and Michaele – @kindatrippytravel and Kindatrippy.com. If there’s one thing Colorado has an abundance of it’s beautiful mountain towns. With a state-wide average elevation of 6,800ft., it’s no wonder that Colorado has become synonymous with skiing, hiking and general mountain activities. As locals, we’ve spent our life exploring every part of this state. We’ve
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If you want to give back on your Gap Year and volunteer, be aware of the both the benefits and potential harm of the many programmes on offer. Sadly, the effects of volunteering in communities can sometimes increase the strain on the very communities you are aiming to help. For example: Projects can
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Author: Gabi- @underflowerysky and underflowerysky.com Location: Casa Anthakarana, El Nogalito, Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico Job: Cleaning Daily routine: 8am – usually starting with a coffee and then sweeping the leaves in the courtyard. The next task is then decided on, or cleaning the rooms, or the saloon, starts. 10am – breakfast. Cleaning the rooms continues
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Author: Beth – @onepennybackpacker Location: Tampat Do Aman, Eco Lodge and Jungle Camp, Sabah, Malaysia, Borneo. Job: General labourer and restaurant worker for 17 days. Routine: Free breakfast at the Jungle Cafe before 9 am 9.00am -2.00pm work hours 9.00 am meet Howard, the owner to find out the days tasks. Tampat Do Aman spreads
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Author: Beth – @onepennybackpacker Location: Horizons Kangaroo Sanctuary, Agnes Water, Queensland, East Coast Australia. Job: General labourer for 10 days. Daily routine: 7am: Dispensing sweet potatoes for the kangaroos breakfast Poop-a-scooping in feeding areas (they poo a lot!) whilst fending off younger Roos (who just want to play with your scooper). 8am: discuss with the
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Job: WWOOFing stands for worldwide opportunities on organic farms. In exchange for free board and lodging, you will be expected to work for 4-6 hours on an organic farm. You can WWOOF from a week up to 6 months in many countries. Read our tips here. Skills: You don’t need any prior experience or skills.
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Fruit picking is one of the most popular Gap Year and backpacking jobs in Australia. Picking and harvesting jobs can be found throughout the year due to different climates and the geography and size of the country. Job: Picking fruit or harvesting produce for farmers, working in packing sheds, pruning, driving tractors and operating harvest
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If you plan to WWOOF, you will need to make sure you pack certain items and ask the host important questions in advance. Here’s our planning tips. What you will need: Clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty.Strong shoesSunscreenInsect repellentGlovesWater bottle Rain gear Tips: Before approaching a farm, ask yourself what work you are happiest