I recently read a post on Adventurous Kate’s blog titled “15 Ways to Leave the Country if Donald Trump Gets Elected.” Like most political pieces, it proved polarizing. In reading the 100+ comments there were a few that shared that they don’t believe travel…
When it comes to long term volunteer opportunities, there are two main options for Americans that are organized and run by the federal government: Peace Corps and AmeriCorps. I’m in a somewhat unique position to have served in both programs. I served in the…
Most people don’t know much about Madagascar. In fact, I’ve only met a handful that could point it out on a map. For those who don’t know, it’s a small island off the southeast coast of Africa, across from Mozambique. It’s also the place…
When I was little, my parents thought it was important to teach my sister and me responsible habits. I was heartbroken after my first babysitting job when they told me that I could only spend 70% of what I had earned. The remaining 30%…
My first Thanksgiving away from home was my freshman year in college. Being so far from home, it just wasn’t worth it to pay $500 to get back to Idaho for only a few days. My family is very close and we consider the…