Even the most obnoxious been-there-done-that adventurer will admit there is no thrill like standing just a few feet from a 400-pound wild mountain gorilla in his turf, (not yours) looking right into his incredibly human eyes. With fewer than 900 mountain gorillas left in the wild, gorilla trekking is not just an extraordinary, life-changing adventure, it’s a valuable economic lifeline for...
Anyone who decides to volunteer abroad already has the most important qualification you need: the urge to make a positive change in the world. This is the element that can carry an international volunteer through frustrations, disappointments, or conflicts that arise when fighting the good fight in challenging foreign conditions.
When I chat about eco-adventure trips I’ve taken — and some of the dangerous and uncomfortable situations that, accordingly, I’ve found myself in — I get a common reaction. “Ohhh,” the other person will say. “You must be fearless.”
To get the inside scoop on what to take on board when you study or intern abroad in Spain (and what to leave behind), we’ve polled several international education experts based in various Spanish cities. Combining the savvy of the locals with the wisdom of travel professionals, our experts have lived, studied, and traveled throughout Spain for years. Here are their tips.
Accommodations abroad are more than just places to sleep and store your stuff. Finding a temporary “home” that supports the activities you want to do during your travels — and fits your budget — is a critical element of a successful trip.
