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Find out the latest travel news and updates on our many of our volunteer abroad and intern abroad projects. We also regularly write about Responsible travel news and ethical developments around the world.

Are Virtual Internships worth it? Feedback from Kaya participants

With travel restrictions still firmly in place, this summer has seen students adapt and seek out alternatives for their global experiences, with many taking up online internships abroad. But what are virtual internships, what is involved, and are they worth it?

Supporting the Goals of the Black Lives Matter movement

The Kaya team has watched with a heavy heart as images of police brutality, racial discrimination, and ignorant privilege once again flood our TV screens, news feeds and social media.

Eswatini’s Bushfire Festival – Free digital festival

You haven’t been to a festival until you’ve been to the MTN Bushfire Festival in eSwatini (formerly known as Swaziland), and in 2020 you can attend Bushfire virtually from anywhere in the world!

How Can I Volunteer Virtually?

Virtual volunteering, also known as remote volunteering or online volunteering, is when a person contributes their time and services from afar to help an organization or initiative meet an identified need. Since the virtual volunteer doesn’t need to be physically at the site, the project can be...

Why Pay for a Remote Internship?

Here at Kaya Responsible Travel, responsibility is the name of our game, and with that approach we have developed a line of Remote Internships combining 6-8 weeks of online project work with engaging virtual cultural programming to immerse yourself in the host country from anywhere in the world....

What is a Remote Internship?

And what can remote internships do for you? First of all, internships are used as a stepping stone and career booster for students and young professionals. And remote internships are no different, except for the obvious: they’re held online. Remote Internships With the world going virtual in the...

Women’s Empowerment Volunteering: International Women’s Day 2020

#IWD2020 #EachForEqual  This Sunday the world will be celebrating International Women’s Day 2020. Therefore we are celebrating Women’s Empowerment Volunteering. Because the theme this year is Each for Equal. We all want to be treated equally, and equality for all is the end goal that the...

Corona Virus Updates

CORONAVIRUS UPDATES: Following the WHO’s declaration of a global pandemic, we are following the progress of the issue to ensure we support our in-country teams and our participants as the situation develops.

Spring Break Volunteering

Spring Break is creeping up on us, the trees are starting to bud. And maybe you don’t have any volunteering plans for your spring break… yet. But we’ve still got places on our amazing Spring Break volunteering programs! So get them while they’re hot, and don’t miss out an amazing...

2020 Travel Trends: Eco-Tourism on the Rise

Eco-tourism, sustainable travel, “voluntourism” – what do these buzz words actually mean for those that want to travel in 2020 and beyond?

Australian Bushfires – A Call to Action

The Australian bushfires are devastating habitats, conservation areas, and homes. If you are able to help in any way, please express your interest here…

5 Reasons to Travel Solo This Year

Solo travel is on the rise but if you’re not convinced yet check out our top 5 reasons to take the plunge and travel alone this year!