Travel with purpose; travel for good. Articles, resources and events for ethical and meaningful travel, volunteering, working and studying abroad.
Verge believes in travel for change. International experience creates global citizens, who can change our planet for the better. This belief is at the core of everything we do.
Hosting international volunteers requires a considerable amount of time and resources. But does that mean you have to pay to volunteer abroad?
Elephants, freed from the cruelty of Thailand's logging industry, now face an equally grim prospect: Tourism.
For travellers on a tight budget or anyone looking for a truly immersive experience, the utility of couchsurfing is obvious. But is it safe for solo female travellers? The answer might surprise you.