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Tapping into Latin American food culture
Did you know that while volunteering in Latin America you can sample appetising and nutritious meals based on the food traditions of ancient civilizations? The Maya, Inca, and Aztec people built prominent civilizations throughout Mexico, and Central and South America....
Best GVI summer 2019 internships abroad for college students
What is a GVI internship? A GVI internship includes: structured, on-the-job, training one-on-one mentorship. a letter of recommendation. ILM certified leadership certificate certificate of completion specific certificates: such as GVI Biological Survey Course, EFR...
Weddings and Waterfights – Celebrations in Cambodia
Weddings and Waterfights - Celebrations in Cambodia It's the festive season in Cambodia and in this blog we hope to give you an insight into the celebrations that take place in April and May! Khmer New Year The pinnacle of the many cultural and religious festivals in...
Animal conservation volunteering: Can it make a difference?
Volunteering with animals is an exciting prospect. This means wildlife conservation programs are very popular with prospective volunteers. It's worthwhile to ask: Does it really make a difference? GVI has several wildlife volunteer opportunities and marine...
Conservation volunteering in South Africa: Become a field guide
So you want to be a field guide? Throw on your khakis and grab your binoculars – we’ve got just the right conservation volunteering project for you. Living in the South African bushveld and learning how to track animals through the wilderness isn’t a narrative...
Your next travel destination: time to try somewhere new
Are you getting bored with your usual travel destinations? Need inspiration? You’re not alone! In an age where you can jump on a plane and be on the other side of the world in a few hours, many never stray from the familiar. If this includes you, it's time to...
Mount Kilimanjaro facts: What you need to know about Africa’s highest peak
One of the best parts about volunteering in Tanzania is helping to empower the local community. The second? Exploring the country. For many volunteers, a major bucket list item is summiting Mount Kilimanjaro. Few experiences can compete with standing at the top of the...
Volunteer work South Africa: four areas where you can have an impact
Volunteering in South Africa is a chance to make a difference, from community development to conservation, while encountering a wildly diverse country. From the deep blue of the Indian Ocean to the burnt orange of the Kalahari Desert, and the lush green of the Garden...
Ten things to do in Ghana
Original photo: "Adam Jones Follow Young Men with Pirogues in Harbour - Near Busua - Ghana" by Adam Jones, Ph.D. - Global Photo Archive is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0 Ghana is West Africa’s golden child, drenched in sunshine and adventure opportunities. If you travel...
Tips and tricks: How to visit Angkor Wat in a day
After two weeks as a volunteer visiting Cambodia, I have seen many amazing sights. But watching the sun rise over the spirals of the famous Angkor Wat temple is one of the most enchanting experiences I’ve had here. The Angkor Wat temple is the biggest in the Angkor...
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