Personal Development
Is it better to give to a charity or volunteer?
Many things in life come down to whether you have the time or the money. Making a contribution to initiatives is no different, and anyone with an altruistic streak will eventually find themselves questioning whether it is better to give to a charity or volunteer. The...
Six smart ways to make the most of a gap year before law school
If you’re planning on taking a gap year before law school, you should know that you can have fun and work toward a career in law at the same time. Choosing to go on a gap year before college gives you a breather from your studies. It also helps you gain skills and...
Three extraordinary gap year ideas to inspire you
Are you interested in gap year travel? Why not volunteer while you travel and learn new, worthwhile skills to add to your CV? GVI offers many awe-inspiring gap year programs. These will send you home with amazing memories, and also add many skills to your personal...
Discover what TEFL teaching can unlock in you
Are you interested in gaining classroom skills and an internationally recognised TEFL qualification (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) while travelling the world? You’ll never forget the first sea of eager faces. You’ll never forget your first class, your first...
Seven reasons to take a career break
Taking a career break to travel abroad can seem daunting, but if you make the leap, you’ll reap the rewards. Opting to take time out from your job is a chance to hit refresh on your life. It’s your chance to travel the world, learn new skills, discover a new passion,...
Five steps to help you start an environmental project
You’re under 18, and motivated to make positive changes in your environment. You want to help, but where do you start? Follow these five steps to help get you moving towards your goals. You have decided to make an impact in the world and take active steps to make it...
Curieuse Island Tortoise Internship
A short summary of my time as an intern studying the Aldabra Giant Tortoise.
Three popular career break ideas
Are you ready to take a career break? Besides getting your employer’s permission and saving enough money, have you made any more detailed plans for your career break? If you have no idea about where to go and what to do on your career break, read on for some...
How scuba diving can introduce you to a whole new career
Are you interested in learning to scuba dive? Keen to advance your dive experience, while making an impact? Volunteering on specialist marine conservation programs gives you the opportunity to gain scuba diving certifications from the Professional Association of...
Ten awesome gap year ideas for students
The best gap year ideas combine travel, adventure, personal growth, and the chance to do something meaningful. GVI’s gap year programs tick all the right boxes. Taking a gap year is a fulfilling way of exploring the world. Gap year benefits include having the chance...
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