Volunthai: Volunteers for Thailand

"Wow, what an amazing trip. My wife and I were in Thailand from mid-July to mid-August and had an absolutely wonderful time! Before we left for the trip I kept wondering what the hard parts would be and if a month would seem like a long time to be in a completely different culture. What a different attitude I have about it now! A month was not nearly long enough and I wish I could have stayed in Thailand much longer."

"Sa wat dee kah! I recently volunteered in Si Saket for 5 weeks. Prangku is a large school with around 2000 students ages 12-18. I taught 3 or 4 different classes every day. This was one of the most challenging and wonderful experiences I've ever had! Being the only Westerner living in this small village, I was truly able to embrace Thai culture. I even picked up a bit of the language rather quickly! I was completely out of my comfort zone and it was strange and wonderful. The food and the people are incredible, and I strongly suggest getting involved with after school programs."

"As the bus left Bangkok both my girlfriend and I were somewhat nervous and full of uncertainties, which only increased on the long bus journey out to our school in Wanpikun. Too much time to think and concoct unlikely situations is never a good thing! However, on spotting our waving Thai hosts with a huge grin on their faces, it quickly became evident it was completely unnecessary! Nothing can quite prepare you for the friendliness and enthusiasm with which you will be greeted at your rural homestay."