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 …
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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 …
Easy as ABC – trek to Annapurna Base Camp with Oyster!
We are delighted to launch our new trekking website, which offers 4 exciting treks to anyone looking to fill their annual leave with awe-inspiring adventure. Everest Base Camp, Annapurna Base Camp, …
Where to See Monkeys Around the World
Have you ever asked yourself where do you find monkeys? We get the question all the time, so we have asked animal welfare expert Anne to tell us more about these cheeky …
Volunteering through the eyes of a child – Costa Rica
We were fortunate enough to have received this fabulous account from 11 year old Ruth who took part in a volunteering project with her mum at the end of last year. Ruth …
Top conservation initiatives from around the world
A celebration of conservation initiatives In 2017, millions of people across the UK and around the world were tuning in to Blue Planet II for a weekly education about our amazing underwater …
14 things I have learned from travelling – by Barbara Boylan
Barbara Boylan has been updating us weekly on her amazing antics in Sri Lanka. This week she headed off on her travels for further exploration, and has shared with us her thoughts …
5 important things to know about the Canadian IEC work permit process
At Oyster we have been organising paid work in Canada since 2000. Over that time, we’ve built up a fair bit of knowledge about the Canadian IEC work permit process and every …
An insight into a volunteer’s life with monkeys and baboons
If you read nothing before you sign up to volunteer with monkeys in South Africa, read this amazing blog from Rebecca Dean, a returned volunteer with monkeys and baboons. Thanks Rebecca! “Volunteering …
