Oyster Reviews: Volunteering with Cats and Dogs in Athens
“Greece has been a really good experience for me so far! I have met a lot of international people and have been enjoying my time with the dogs and learning more about …
“Greece has been a really good experience for me so far! I have met a lot of international people and have been enjoying my time with the dogs and learning more about …
“Had a great time working with horses in Croatia. Everybody involved was really kind and helpful, and the trip went smoothly. It was also very helpful that this could be done as …
“I just wanted to drop you an email to say thank you for the first 3 weeks Jack has had in Japan . And he passed his instructor level one exam and …
Found Oyster on the DofE approved provider list & signed our son up for the surf/conservation camp in Portugal. Slightly anxious about how solo travel would work but the website has lots …
“The team at Oyster made my experience so smooth and memorable. Firstly, they gave me all the info about my trip beforehand so I could adequately prepare. They kept in contact with …
“I have just completed a 2 week Marine Conservation Project in Lisbon, Portugal. It was amazing from start to finish. Katy who booked it for me helped and advised all the …
“I’m currently on my way back home but it was a really good experience. I got my diving certification and people from the diving center are extremely nice. I also got …
Zoe (UK): 2025-2026 It’s been great thanks! All the people are lovely so I’ve found settling in quite easy! The work was definitely tiring at the start but it’s getting much easier …
“My daughter arranged her Gold D of E Residential through Oyster, and they were brilliant. Communication was fab throughout, and the trip was a huge success! Great opportunities for young people!” Helen – mum of …
“Just a short note to say thanks for your help in organising the three week project for Alex in Estoril. He had a good time, learned a lot, made some friends …
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