The lowdown on studying, working and volunteering in the world's most geographically extreme environments.
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Beyond the Guidebook
Britain on the Cheap
Written by Simon Worsfold
Britain can be one of the most utterly expensive places to travel, and those Canadian dollars disappear quickly. If you need to get by on a baguette budget but still want to have a blast, then read on...
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Budget Traveller
Backdoor Britain
Written by Simon Worsfold
These days, the UK is full of visitors and with the upcoming London Olympics it's only going to get worse. Learn how to see the best the UK has to offer, while avoiding the crowds and making those loonies last.
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Beyond the Guidebook
After decades of war, resignation has replaced hope for many young Afghans who have never seen peace.
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Work Abroad
Backgrounder: Afghanistan
Written by Verge
Beyond the bombings: a glimpse of Afghanistan's recent and not-so-recent history.
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Beyond the Guidebook
The challenges of beating HIV/AIDS in Africa are enormous—but the spirit of its young people may be even greater.
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Volunteer Abroad
After the Tsunami: Rebuilding Aceh
Written by Tom Peacock
The 2004 tsunami that slammed South East Asia has all but disappeared from the headlines here, but in the year since a group of UBC students has been working quietly to help people in Aceh, Indonesia, rebuild their homes and lives.
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Volunteer Abroad
Staying Sane Overseas
Written by Dr. Mark Wise
Key advice on how to prepare for—and avoid—a mental meltdown abroad.
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Travel Health
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Helpful hints on how to cope when you find yourself unexpectedly standing in front of a class that doesn't speak your language, but wants to.
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Work Abroad
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