What is a Quest?
1quest noun \’kwest\ : a journey made in search of something : a long and difficult effort to find or do something By definition, a quest is an extensive, arduous…
6 Reasons Why You Should Spend Your Gap Year Volunteering in Australia
Australia. Home to the world’s most beautiful wildlife, pristine beaches, awe-inspiring skylines, unique adventures, and breathtakingly gorgeous people. It’s no surprise that… Wait, what? Gorgeous people? Oh, I’m serious. I…
Country Spotlight: Costa Rica
At United Planet, we offer volunteer abroad trips in over 35 countries, and with so many choices it can be difficult to decide where to travel. This article highlights helpful information about…
Letter from the Field: The Nepali Life – Part Two
We are always ecstatic when we receive updates from our volunteers in the field. A few weeks ago, we shared Part One of a beautifully written letter from Jeff, who…
Letter from the Field: The Nepali Life- Part One
We are always ecstatic when we receive updates from our volunteers in the field. This letter comes from Jeff, who is currently volunteering in Nepal on a yearlong United Planet Long-Term Quest. He…
The Peace Corps Alternative: Always a Good Time to Volunteer!
Have you ever wondered, what if I had taken a gap year after college or signed up for Peace Corps? Well, it is never too late to volunteer abroad! United…
