These are 21 of the Best Places to Ski in the World
Not only is skiing a fun and sociable sport, but it’s also great for your physical and mental health. As an aerobic endurance activity, skiing helps you burn calories and lose weight. …
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Top tips to combat jet lag!
Jet lag is something that you can never predict. Sometimes you travel long distances and feel fine from the moment you arrive. At other times it seems you just can’t shake that …
17 of the Best Places to Learn to Surf
Learning to surf is a great way of keeping fit, making new friends, and seeing new places. It’s a physically demanding sport that provides a full-body workout. And when you’re travelling the …
Our family volunteer holiday in Costa Rica
In August 2019, the intrepid Winter family spent one week of their summer holiday volunteering on a turtle conservation project in Costa Rica. Here they tell us about their family volunteer holiday …
17 of the Best Places to Teach Abroad
Teaching abroad is one of the most incredible life experiences you can have, and we encourage anyone to give it a go. Our teaching programmes not only support local communities and deliver …
The Ultimate Guide to Wildlife Travel – Everything You Need to Know
Wildlife tourism isn’t always good, but there are many ways that we, as global citizens, can travel the world responsibly with the least impact. In fact, it’s easier than ever to experience …
How to Travel Alone (And 27 Reasons Why You Should!)
Taking on the world without a companion is one of the most liberating, life-changing things you can do as a traveller. Is it scary? Yes. Completely out of your comfort zone? Most …
Oyster Portugal volunteering reviews: DIY and construction
Portugal volunteering is a popular choice for holidays with a difference and gap years. Here Oyster participants tell us about their Portugal volunteering experience on the DIY and construction project: “Everything goes …
Everything You Need to Know to Go Backpacking in South East Asia
Ancient temples, exotic food, vibrant cities, and beaches that resemble something like paradise. South East Asia is one of the most exciting destinations in the world. And it’s become a much-loved, well-travelled …
How to Get into Conservation – Here Are Our Top Tips!
Jobs in conservation can be hard work and often demanding, but they are also extremely rewarding for those who want to make a difference. If you dream of a better world where …
