Volunteering
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GUIDE
What is work exchange?
A few hours of help a day, in exchange for a place to stay. Here’s how work exchange actually works and whether it’s right for you.
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GUIDE
What I wish I knew before my first Workaway
The things nobody tells you until you’re already there with your host. An honest story of my first work.
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GUIDE
Where should you volunteer?
Not sure where in the world to go? Answer a few questions and find out which volunteer destination actually fits your personality.
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PLATFORM GUIDES
Before you sign up
Review
Worldpackers review from a first-time volunteer
How to use Worldpackers, what to expect from hosts, and whether it’s worth the membership fee.
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Guide
Is Worldpackers safe?
The honest answer, with the things to check before you confirm a placement.
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Comparison
10 Workaway alternatives worth knowing
Workaway isn’t the only volunteer platform. Here are ten others, what makes each one different, and who each one is actually for.
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Comparison
Worldpackers vs Workaway: which one is best for you?
Both platforms connect volunteers with hosts around the world. Here’s how to choose between them based on your travel style, budget, and what you want to get out of the experience.
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Not sure which volunteer platform is right for you?
There are dozens of them. This free matchfinder walks you through the decision in five minutes and points you to the platform that fits your travel style, budget, and experience level.
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