• greenheart
  • programs in U.S.
  • programs abroad
  • Login
  • Donate
site logo
icon open
  • Teen Programs
    • mobile menu imageGap year

      Want a life-changing adventure after high school? Take a gap year and explore the world.

    • mobile menu imageHigh School Abroad

      Be an exchange student in high school and gain confidence, independence, and a global perspective. Students who study abroad stand out in their college career and beyond.

    • mobile menu imageLanguage Camps

      Improve your language skills while living with a local family abroad. Make international friends and explore a different culture during your full immersion language camp.

    • mobile menu imageSummer Programs

      Only have the summer to spend abroad and want to participate in a cultural exchange program? Here are our programs with summer options.

    • mobile menu imageSchool Exchange

      Partner with a Spanish school to provide academic enrichment and cultural immersion to teachers and students through a reciprocal classroom exchange.

  • Adult Programs
    • mobile menu imageTeach English Abroad

      Gain international work experience while traveling and living abroad! Make an impact on your host community abroad while building a global perspective.

    • mobile menu imageHomestay Abroad

      Teaching English in a Homestay is your chance to tutor your host family in the English language while gaining a deeper understanding of a country and culture.

    • mobile menu imageTEFL Certification

      Earn your TEFL Certification and open the door to paid work and teaching opportunities abroad.

    • mobile menu imageWork Abroad

      Gain international career experience while also having the freedom to travel. Experience a new culture with new friends from around the world!

    • mobile menu imageSummer Programs

      Only have the summer to spend abroad and want to do something meaningful? These programs have summer only options.

    • mobile menu imageGet a Job Through Greenheart
  • Safety
  • Resources
    • mobile menu imageGet a Job Through Greenheart
    • mobile menu imageFor High Schools

      This page is a resource for high school faculty interested in helping a student go abroad with Greenheart Travel.

    • mobile menu imageFundraising Guide

      Check out our handy fundraising tips and get ready for an unforgettable travel adventure without breaking the bank.

    • mobile menu imageGreenheart Grants

      Travel for a change with a Greenheart Service Grant. Make a difference by creating or improving a community-focused project abroad or at home!

    • mobile menu imageFirst Time Travelers

      Don’t let financial stress stand in the way of travel! Check out our scholarships available for travelers wanting a meaningful, cultural experience.

    • mobile menu imageGreenheart Travel Atlas

      An interactive guide to your cultural experience, this resource will help you interact and reflect on your program in a meaningful way.

    • mobile menu imageParent Handbook

      Greenheart Travel understands the needs of high school students taking this big step and we provide support for both you and your child before, during, and after their adventure abroad.

    • Podcast
  • Blog
  • …
    • mobile menu imageContact Us

      We’d love to hear from you! If you have a question about a program, a country, or just want to let us know how great you think our blog is, please complete the form on this page. Our staff will be happy to help you!

    • mobile menu imageBecome a Partner

      Please fill out the inquiry form to become a Greenheart Travel partner.

    • mobile menu imageOur Mission

      Greenheart Travel gives you the tools to make sure you’re more than a tourist, you’re a world citizen. You don’t just travel for the sights, you travel for a change.

    • mobile menu imageAlumni

      Greenheart Travel Alumni are passionate about connecting people and planet through learning languages, exploring cultures, teaching English and volunteering for environmental causes around the world.

  • Teen Programs
    • desktop menu imageGap year

      Want a life-changing adventure after high school? Take a gap year and explore the world.

    • desktop menu imageHigh School Abroad

      Be an exchange student in high school and gain confidence, independence, and a global perspective. Students who study abroad stand out in their college career and beyond.

    • desktop menu imageLanguage Camps

      Improve your language skills while living with a local family abroad. Make international friends and explore a different culture during your full immersion language camp.

    • desktop menu imageSummer Programs

      Only have the summer to spend abroad and want to participate in a cultural exchange program? Here are our programs with summer options.

    • desktop menu imageSchool Exchange

      Partner with a Spanish school to provide academic enrichment and cultural immersion to teachers and students through a reciprocal classroom exchange.

  • Adult Programs
    • desktop menu imageTeach English Abroad

      Gain international work experience while traveling and living abroad! Make an impact on your host community abroad while building a global perspective.

    • desktop menu imageHomestay Abroad

      Teaching English in a Homestay is your chance to tutor your host family in the English language while gaining a deeper understanding of a country and culture.

    • desktop menu imageTEFL Certification

      Earn your TEFL Certification and open the door to paid work and teaching opportunities abroad.

    • desktop menu imageWork Abroad

      Gain international career experience while also having the freedom to travel. Experience a new culture with new friends from around the world!

    • desktop menu imageSummer Programs

      Only have the summer to spend abroad and want to do something meaningful? These programs have summer only options.

    • desktop menu imageGet a Job Through Greenheart
  • Safety
  • Resources
    • desktop menu imageGet a Job Through Greenheart
    • desktop menu imageFor High Schools

      This page is a resource for high school faculty interested in helping a student go abroad with Greenheart Travel.

    • desktop menu imageFundraising Guide

      Check out our handy fundraising tips and get ready for an unforgettable travel adventure without breaking the bank.

    • desktop menu imageGreenheart Grants

      Travel for a change with a Greenheart Service Grant. Make a difference by creating or improving a community-focused project abroad or at home!

    • desktop menu imageFirst Time Travelers

      Don’t let financial stress stand in the way of travel! Check out our scholarships available for travelers wanting a meaningful, cultural experience.

    • desktop menu imageGreenheart Travel Atlas

      An interactive guide to your cultural experience, this resource will help you interact and reflect on your program in a meaningful way.

    • desktop menu imageParent Handbook

      Greenheart Travel understands the needs of high school students taking this big step and we provide support for both you and your child before, during, and after their adventure abroad.

    • Podcast
  • Blog
  • …
    • desktop menu imageContact Us

      We’d love to hear from you! If you have a question about a program, a country, or just want to let us know how great you think our blog is, please complete the form on this page. Our staff will be happy to help you!

    • desktop menu imageBecome a Partner

      Please fill out the inquiry form to become a Greenheart Travel partner.

    • desktop menu imageOur Mission

      Greenheart Travel gives you the tools to make sure you’re more than a tourist, you’re a world citizen. You don’t just travel for the sights, you travel for a change.

    • desktop menu imageAlumni

      Greenheart Travel Alumni are passionate about connecting people and planet through learning languages, exploring cultures, teaching English and volunteering for environmental causes around the world.

search icon close search icon

Search Results for: feed

search icon
Reconnaissance-Gratefulness

Reconnaissance-Gratefulness

November 27th, 2014. 3 months. THE American holiday. Unorganized epiphanies that are probably too deep for a “travel blog” Sometimes it’s just too easy and too normal to be so “used” to our lives that we don’t even recognize or...
November 27, 2014 by Erika Wilmes
Ups and Downs of Travel – It’s Always a Wild Ride

Ups and Downs of Travel – It’s Always a Wild Ride

Traveling brings out a sense of revelation in oneself, everything seems heightened, every feeling bigger, brighter, more intense! Every experience, every opportunity, every tasty morsel of food brings but excitement and insight into worlds unknown and sometimes oh so familiar. In light...
November 24, 2014 by Han Jang
Oh Mia Dio <3

Oh Mia Dio <3

Caio from the blissful mountains of Torino! It may have been the total lack of reliable wifi, or the fact that I have been deeply distracted by the Italian lifestyle. I mean..Hello..GELATO people!! But I apologize for the M.I.A. Blog.
November 18, 2014 by Han Jang
No Rain On Our Parade…

No Rain On Our Parade…

This country makes me feel. It makes me think. It makes me introspective and reflective. It inspires me to see the rest of the world and to set aside the conventions and expectations that a lot of people associate with...
November 16, 2014 by Chandler Gelb
What My Students Taught Me

What My Students Taught Me

There are days that I love my job. I mean, like, wouldn’t trade it for anything in the world, I’m staying forever and growing old, love my job. There are also, like everyone else in the world, days where I want to...
November 12, 2014 by Samuel Grguric
Back to Art School!

Back to Art School!

Last Sunday I was invited to lunch at the home of one of my students. While I was there, his mother told him to show me his calligraphy skills. It was cute to see how excited he was to show...
November 11, 2014 by Kelsey Ryan
High School in Costa Rica

High School in Costa Rica

Study abroad in Costa Rica, immerse yourself in the culture, and learn Spanish while attending a local high school!
November 7, 2014 by user
So far

So far

Is it November 7th? Because I’m already HALFWAY finished with this incredible journey! These past 2.5 months have taught me more about life and how to solve problems and have patience and be aware of others and pay attention and...
November 7, 2014 by Erika Wilmes
From the Inside

From the Inside

Sorry, I know I should have. Should have already responded to your more than week late messages and emails. Should have uploaded more edited photos on Facecrack. And certainly should have not purposely left my smart phone at home. There...
October 28, 2014 by Chase Demaille
Just 5 touristy things to see and do in Seoul

Just 5 touristy things to see and do in Seoul

Though we’ve lived here for over 8 months, last month I found myself as an actual tourist for the first time since arriving in Korea! A friend of mine came to visit and we spent 4 awesome days finding things to do...
October 27, 2014 by Samuel Grguric
  • ‹ Prev
  • 1
  • …
  • 19
  • 20
  • 21
  • 22
  • 23
  • …
  • 50
  • Next ›
Not sure where to start?

Not sure where to start?

Be put in touch with a program expert who can guide you through the process.









Contact Information

  • About
    • Our Mission
    • Become a Partner
    • Alumni
    • Log Into Your Application
  • Teen Programs
    • High School Abroad
    • Language Camps
    • Gap Year
    • Summer Programs
    • School Exchange
  • Adult Programs
    • Work Abroad
    • Summer Programs
    • TEFL Certification
    • Teach English Abroad
    • Homestay Abroad
  • Contact
    • 742 N. LaSalle Dr. Suite 300,
    • Chicago, IL 60654
    • 1-888-ABROAD-1
      • Meta
      • YouTube
      • Instagram
      • Pinterest