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Emily Henkel

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Splashing Around With Sea Turtles In Nicaragua

Posted by Emily Henkel on 4/15/19 4:03 PM

Spend an afternoon in the sandy beaches then stay up late to see some mama sea turtles shimmy up the shore to lay their eggs. 

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Topics: Central America

A Hiker's Guide To The Tumbling San Ramon Waterfall In Nicaragua

Posted by Emily Henkel on 4/6/19 3:35 PM

Trekking to waterfalls is just kinda of what your life looks like if you're hanging out in Nicaragua. 

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Topics: Central America

Add Switzerland’s Mountain Coaster To Your Bucketlist

Posted by Emily Henkel on 4/4/19 12:59 PM

As if we couldn’t love the country of Switzerland any more, there’s now an epic slide you can ride to get the best views of the Alps. 

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Topics: Europe

Easy No Bake Treats For Your Semester Abroad

Posted by Emily Henkel on 3/22/19 3:30 PM

In some countries you’ll be volunteering in, you may not have a full kitchen to whip up a batch of your favorite treats from home. If that’s the case, use these ideas instead.

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Topics: Central America, Caribbean, Africa

My Absolute Favorite Foods In Russia

Posted by Emily Henkel on 3/19/19 12:11 PM

I knew I’d fall in love with the gorgeous architecture in the city of Moscow, but had no idea how much I would like the food here. 

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Topics: Europe

All About Getting Around Uganda

Posted by Emily Henkel on 3/17/19 1:44 PM

Before spending a semester in this adventure-filled country, volunteers should know how to get around so that they can get to all the amazing areas for exploring. 

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Topics: Africa

At Uganda's Griffin Park, You Can Zip Line With Monkeys

Posted by Emily Henkel on 3/12/19 12:50 PM

The country of Uganda is known for some world-class safaris and adventures, but we’re big fans of zip lining in Griffin Park.

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Topics: Africa

Fall Head-Over-Heels For The Cute City Of Sibiu, Romania

Posted by Emily Henkel on 3/11/19 10:15 AM

With a charming German influence, towering cathedrals, and city streets fit for a postcard, you can see why Sibiu is a favorite little getaway for our volunteers in Romania! 

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Topics: Europe, Orphanage + Humanitarian

How To Get A Visa For Vietnam

Posted by Emily Henkel on 3/10/19 12:59 PM

If you want to take pictures of the dreamy Ha Long Bay or hop over to Ho Chi Minh, you’ll have to have a visa.

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Topics: Asia, All The Travel Tips

Relax On The Coast In Constanta, Romania

Posted by Emily Henkel on 2/26/19 1:50 PM

Hang out on the coast, have a spa day, and feel like you’re vacationing in Turkey by visiting Constanta, Romania. 

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Topics: Europe

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We are ILP, a Utah-based non-profit org that has service abroad opportunities for college-age volunteers. We love travel so we're sharing all our tips for making the most of your time living abroad + seeing the world, and how to do it all on the tiniest budget.

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