I was a volunteer for 8 weeks in Cambodia. All the projects I worked, where great, but they didn't get any money from WLS. When I started I heard from all the projects that it was possible to volunteer for free. You can contact the different project straight. The homefamily was great. That is the only good thing about WLS. But you can arrange the family as well in a cafe in Siem Reap.!!
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8.3 / 10
after 31 Reviews
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Program website: http://www.gapyearinasia.com
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Posted: November 13, 2010
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By: Marinka
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The WLS program in India and Nepal was an experience that was amazing. The support before and during the program was perfect and the program itself was very good with lots of wonderful experiences. Thanks!
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Posted: November 13, 2010
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By: Catherine
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I joined the WLS International Program in Cambodia and the program was really good. The coordinator was so helpful and so caring, it really made me feel so good. And my volunteering at the orphanage was the best! I had such a great experience thanks to WLS International.
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Posted: July 20, 2010
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By: Anonymous
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Our family enjoyed our volunteer experience in Chiang Mai tremendously. WLS did an excellent job of coordinating our volunteer work. Their flexibility to work around our schedule and their organization once we arrived in Chiang Mai was incredible. They arranged everything and took great care of us. We built a water reservoir in the Hill Tribe community and this was a very positive experience. Each day 10 villagers would join us to construct the tank and it was very rewarding to see the outcome of our efforts.
We were also able to visit the school and give gifts to the children. This was amazing as the children were so polite and grateful.
It was a life changing experience and we want to return to Thailand with WLS. The people of Thailand are so friendly and polite. The money paid to WLS was reasonable for the excellent services we received.
The home stay family taught us to speak some Thai and we were honored to be guests at their beautiful home. They cooked delicious meals for us with food from their garden and made us feel very welcome.
Our coordinator Prachit and her husband Surrat were wonderful. From the time they picked us up at the airport, to the final farewell night at the beautiful cultural center and drop of at the airport we were amazed by their warmth and hospitality. They are extremely intelligent and knowledgeable and made us feel like part of their family. They made our experience a fantastic one.
See you next year!
Warmest regards,
Victoria Sullivan, Cynthia Sullivan, Michael Sullivan, Lauren Sullivan and Jordan Edwards
From Nova Scotia, Canada
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Posted: April 11, 2010
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By: Anonymous
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I volunteered with WLS in Vietnam at the shelter for street children and the agent orange orphanage and I can say that my time there was just great. The support WLS gave me before and during the program was excellent. Before I left the WLS program manager was very helpful all the time. Once in Ho Chi Minh the WLS coordinator was also very good and professional. The program was very well organized. The accommodation was also great. I am looking forward to join another WLS program.
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Posted: March 26, 2010
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