The Oyster guide to Romania
The Oyster guide to Romania gives you a great snap shot into life within this fascinating country, from the weather to the history, from culture to skiing. Dip in to find out …
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Orangutans are on the brink of extinction in Borneo – let’s change that!
The International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has recently declared that threats facing orangutans in Borneo are considered so great that they are on the brink of extinction, a predicament …
Thai TESOL Experience, by Erica Sedler
Erica went to Thailand with Oyster, firstly volunteering at our wildlife sanctuary and then taking part in our TESOL teaching course. Having now finished her training and received her TESOL qualification, Erica is …
Guide to volunteering with children
Have you considered volunteering on a teaching, childcare or sport coaching programme? This guide will help you to choose the right programme for you!
Top 8 Scariest Places to Visit on Earth
With Halloween around the corner we at Oyster thought it would be appropriate to find out what the strangest, spookiest and scariest places are around the world. From creepy caverns to terrifying …
10 Reasons To Volunteer Abroad
Having spent 5 months teaching English as a volunteer in Tanzania on my own gap year, I am passionate about why people should volunteer abroad. This blog details my top 10 reasons …
Oyster’s Top 17 Fascinating Facts About rhinos
Top 17 Facts About Rhinos We Bet You Didn’t Know Rhinos are one of the most iconic animals in the world, yet many people do not know a great deal about this …
Veterinary Experience in South Africa, by Liz Michael
In July 2017, Liz went to South Africa on Oyster’s veterinary experience programme and was able to work alongside a vet in a game reserve with a large variety of animals. Since …
Coral and Marine Conservation in Thailand and Mexico
Threatened Coral Reefs Coral reefs around the world are heavily threatened by human activity and climate change. A recent survey by World Resources Institute found that up to 75% of coral reefs …
Guide to Australia – quick facts and advice for first time travellers
This is a guide to Australia for dummies! If you’re thinking about heading out to Australia to live and work, or even just to go and enjoy some of the awesome tourist …
