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Dealing with depression while volunteering abroad
While doing volunteer work in the host countries, there are times when volunteers get depressed, or have a down day, they get into funk or just have one of those days. Everything could be fine in the volunteer life, accommodation, food, work and country could be great
Posted on Jan-27-2011
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Volunteering abroad harm or good
There have been a lot of conversations on twitter, facebook, blogs and many social websites about volunteering abroad. The conversations are about the benefits and harms of volunteering abroad to the community
Posted on Jan-24-2011
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Volunteer abroad scams
Volunteers who are abroad like other travelers are bound to fall victim of scams. There are people who are out there looking for ways to take advantage of unsuspecting travelers.
Posted on Jan-21-2011
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Volunteer abroad 2011 summer flight deals
Airline fare is a big part in planning for volunteering abroad. The volunteers who are going to travel this summer should start looking for deals and promotions on cheaper airfares. The best way to get great fares is by constantly checking the airlines and with travel agents.
Posted on Jan-17-2011
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Top 5 things international volunteers miss about home
The volunteers who have been abroad for a long time tend to have moments where they wish to be back at home. To enjoy the things they are used to and have a change from what they are not used to.
Posted on Jan-13-2011
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5 emotions felt by volunteers before going abroad
Many volunteers who are about to leave home for a long period of time are normally overcome with emotions that make them want to reconsider going abroad. They get these feelings just before they are about to leave
Posted on Jan-09-2011
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Top 4 Volunteer abroad books
This is a list of the top four volunteer abroad books that are available for potential volunteers to purchase to learn about volunteering with volunteering travel organizations.
Posted on Jan-06-2011
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Volunteer abroad New Year’s resolution
Volunteers who are abroad come up with their New Year’s resolutions to make their life better. Their resolutions are made and will be kept until the end of 2011.
Posted on Jan-03-2011
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Volunteer abroad Christmas gifts
Gift giving and receiving is the best part of Christmas. When deciding to get a gift to give a friend or family member who is going to volunteer abroad consider the following….
Posted on Dec-16-2010
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How to overcome home sickness while volunteering abroad
Homesickness is natural and affects many people who have left home whether to study, backpack, gap year and volunteer abroad. Homesickness can occur during the first week, or the first month or after some time. To overcome homesickness…
Posted on Dec-12-2010
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Volunteer abroad travel money
Volunteers who are abroad should consider how they are going to be using their money. They will be using their money through cash, credit card, travelers cheque, and prepaid cards. Options on how they will be using their money are
Posted on Dec-09-2010
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Volunteering abroad myths
There are many myths that surround volunteering abroad. Like most other myths they are not true but they keep potential volunteers from volunteering abroad. Like other myths, to dispel them volunteers need information
Posted on Dec-06-2010
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Volunteer abroad Awards
Volunteer abroad awards are given to the volunteers who perform best in their volunteer work. The awards are given to those who are in worthwhile programs and projects that give back the most back to the society
Posted on Dec-02-2010
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Volunteer abroad programs for teens
Teen volunteer abroad programs are the ones that most teenagers enjoy doing. Every teen has different likes and dislikes but they have common volunteer programs that they prefer. They favor these programs irrespective of age, sex and background.
Posted on Nov-29-2010
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Volunteer abroad victims of crime
When volunteering abroad the volunteers are sometimes victims of crime. This usually happens when the volunteers are in the wrong place at the wrong time. Being a victim of crime is not common but it still happens and this article helps to deal with the issue
Posted on Nov-25-2010
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Volunteer abroad accommodation
Choosing where to stay can make a big difference in your volunteer travel holiday. There are many types of accommodations that are available. Here are a couple of tips to help you choose which type of accommodation to use.
Posted on Nov-22-2010
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Family volunteering abroad tips
Families are adding a spin to their vacations by volunteering. Many families are volunteering abroad to teach their children values that will be with them for the rest of their lives.
Posted on Nov-18-2010
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Choosing the best time to volunteer abroad
On choosing the best time to volunteer abroad, volunteers should consider a number of factors. Combining these factors is crucial and results in the volunteers making the most of their volunteer travel.
Posted on Nov-15-2010
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Volunteering abroad medication
Volunteering abroad for long periods could lead to the volunteers falling in. Due to continuous exposure of certain unhealthy elements the volunteers could fall sick. Everyone who is planning to volunteer abroad should carry these following things…
Posted on Nov-11-2010
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Grownups volunteering abroad
Volunteering abroad is common amongst the older generations. Many grownups are involved in volunteering overseas to impart their knowledge and experience on useful programs and projects. Grownup international volunteers include boomers, expatriates and retirees.
Posted on Nov-08-2010
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Volunteer abroad cons
There are many pros to volunteering abroad but very few take the time to tell the future volunteers and current volunteers about the cons. While considering volunteering abroad one should look into the pros and cons
Posted on Nov-04-2010
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Obstacles to volunteering abroad
There are many obstacles, excuses or hindrances that keep us from volunteering abroad. Many of us don’t take the time to look hard into the problem to help us solve them. We can up with many solutions to help us to volunteer overseas….
Posted on Nov-01-2010
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Reasons to volunteer abroad when you are young
Volunteering abroad is not only for the old or boomers, it’s also for younger generations who want to go and help out in the world. There are many opportunities and experiences out there for the younger volunteers who want to go overseas and here are some:
Posted on Oct-28-2010
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Volunteer abroad safety tips for female volunteers
Female travelers should be careful when they are travelling abroad. Many of them are targets of thieves and sexual advances from men. As a female international volunteer care should be taken.
Posted on Oct-25-2010
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Lessons learnt while volunteering abroad
There are various lessons learnt by those who take the unbeaten path, the lessons you learn while you are abroad will stay with you for the rest of your life. The lessons you will learn will help you be a better individual in life.
Posted on Oct-21-2010
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