Special Section - Crossing the
Pond
Thinking about heading to Europe this summer? Check out our
special Europe section, including tips for travel by rail,
and local insights into lesser known haunts that don't cost
a dime.
Plus, opportunities to get your hands dirty: how to find paid
or volunteer work while you're over there.
The Art of Accompaniment
In trouble spots around the world, Peace Brigades International
volunteers observe and protect, reminding human rights violators
that the world is watching. more>
DEPARTMENTS
Simon Says
Making a difference where it counts: A few pressing world
issues - and what you can do about them. more>
Dispatches
Getting the boot: Failed Dutch refugee claimants are sent
packing.
Backgrounder: Haiti more>
Your Environment
Talking trash: North Americans bought more than one hundred
million cell phones last year. What happened to the old ones?
Global Classroom
Our series on teaching English continues with a look at the
market in Japan. Plus, Le Tran's first day on the job.
Been There Done That
Beg, borrow or fundraise your way overseas. Kyla Surtees shares
her tips for raising $12,000 in less than a year. more>
Travel Bugs
Ducking Montezuma: How to keep your gut from visiting the
circus. more>
Bigger & Better
The quest for a blue whale continues as our intrepid correspondent
trades his way through Cambodia.
