Volunteering overseas is one of the most exciting and worthwhile pastimes that you can get involved in. Volunteering and helping others is often listed on peoples’ bucket list but seeing that plan …
Erica went to Thailand with Oyster, firstly volunteering at our wildlife sanctuary and then taking part in our TESOL teaching course. Having now finished her training and received her TESOL qualification, Erica is …
With Halloween around the corner we at Oyster thought it would be appropriate to find out what the strangest, spookiest and scariest places are around the world. From creepy caverns to terrifying …
Having spent 5 months teaching English as a volunteer in Tanzania on my own gap year, I am passionate about why people should volunteer abroad. This blog details my top 10 reasons …
In July 2017, Liz went to South Africa on Oyster’s veterinary experience programme and was able to work alongside a vet in a game reserve with a large variety of animals. Since …
Threatened Coral Reefs Coral reefs around the world are heavily threatened by human activity and climate change. A recent survey by World Resources Institute found that up to 75% of coral reefs …
Jessica has volunteered with Oyster on two occasions and this summer she helped out on our Romania Bear sanctuary near Brasov. Her experience shows how rewarding the work done here in Romania is. …
Our medical intern Claudia talks about her fantastic experience working at Karan Hospital in Palampur, India. The truly inspiring work that the doctors and staff in these hospitals do is something that …
Working overseas in a foreign country is a unique and enriching experience. It allows you to get a good perspective of a country which is new to you and exposes you to …
Amy recently returned from our sports coaching programme in Brazil and her story shows just how much impact volunteers can have abroad. Before she left, she gained sponsorship from O’Neill’s pub and …
