Awe-inspiring photos of Chile
Saskia, a teaching volunteer, has shared some of her beautiful photos from a recent trip that the Chile group went on. Before checking out these beautiful photos if you want to see …
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Conservation volunteering in Borneo – by Jessica Prestage
My name is Jessica Prestage, I’m 18 years old and I am from England. I have just completed a four-week volunteering programme in Borneo. I finished school in May and I am …
2 days in the life of a wildlife volunteer in Thailand
Back in April I was lucky enough to experience life as an Oyster wildlife volunteer in Thailand. For two days I enjoyed working next to some of my favourite animals, whilst also …
Oyster reviews: Conservation volunteering in New Zealand
Oyster volunteers sharing their experiences about their time as conservation volunteers in New Zealand! “New Zealand is incredible. I am loving every moment, especially the conservation. The people that I met …
Oyster reviews: volunteer in conservation, New Zealand
“Excellent project! Take your time if you change your project site. You always finish on a Friday and if you want to go the another gateway city then travel in between …
16 ways to save money when travelling
When you head abroad, it is amazing how many costs arise that you forgot to account for before you left. Whether it is unexpected airport fees or dreaded mobile roaming costs, there …
Six weeks volunteering with elephants in South Africa
Find out what it’s really like to be volunteering with elephants in South Africa from Oyster volunteer Andrew. Andrew volunteered for 6 weeks in June and July 2012 and here is what …
Where do the rescued elephants in Thailand come from?
The elephant sanctuary in Thailand has been growing over the last 5 years, and is currently home to over 20 elephants. But where do the rescued elephants in Thailand come from? Below …
Meet the Oyster Worldwide reps: Tory (Whistler, Canada)
Tory has been our Whistler representative since 2004. Tory is a British citizen but happened to be born in Canada, meaning she could also get a Canadian passport (very lucky lady!). After …
Meet the Oyster Worldwide reps: Arjun (The Rockies, Canada)
Arjun actually participated in our Rockies programme in 2005 as a recent graduate in the UK. After a 6 month stay he decided he did not want to leave the beautiful rocky mountains …
