11 Ways to Survive the Travelling Blues
Got the travelling blues? Don’t despair! Read this survival guide to get you enthusiastic again!
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Why Nepal needs to be on your bucket list
Nepal is a country that has always welcomed and embraced international visitors. In 2015, Nepal was in the news for all the wrong reasons. The earthquakes that hit Nepal in April were …
Day one in the classroom in Chile
Saskia has recently started the volunteering element of her time in Chile and has written a really insightful piece on what day one in the classroom in Chile is really like. Check …
Last minute gap year, career break and holidays
Looking for last minute gap year, career break and holiday with a difference options? You could be off in the next 4 weeks!
Like animals? You will love this!
If you like animals you are in for a treat today. We have decided to share some of our cutest and most amusing photos from our monkey programme in South Africa. If …
Sea Turtle survival at risk because of man-made waste
Hundreds of thousands of marine animals die each year due to manmade waste that is poorly disposed of into our oceans, rivers and waterways. What can an Oyster volunteer do?
How can a gap year boost your CV?
At Oyster, we often hear people worry about the impact that taking a year out will have on their future employability. It’s time to put your mind at ease. When you take the leap and book a gap year, it is worth taking time to consider these questions…
Settling into life 13000 km away from home
Our Chile volunteers have finally made it to their new home for 12 weeks – Coyhaique. After many hours of travel and several days settling in Saskia has shared her thoughts from …
Oyster Reviews: TESOL and Teach in Thailand
Read out Oyster reviews about the TEFL and teach programmed in Thailand. Some great feedback from our previous participants.
Conservation internships in Namibia
Elephant conservation internships now open for 2016 applications We are delighted to open the applications for a new internship in Namibia working with desert elephants. The internship is open to students of biology, …
