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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.
An element of uncertainty accompanies any international experience. Here are five tips to help you get and give the most as an international volunteer.
Once, practically any native English-speaking Caucasian could land a job teaching English abroad. These days, that's just not good enough.
Having a TEFL certification can mean better schools, better pay, and may even be required for a work visa. But which kind of course should you choose?
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.

