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Why choose Global Work & Travel ?

As the easy way to work & travel around the world, Global Work & Travel specialises in trips that let our travellers experience the world in a meaningful way. Our travellers are more than just tourists. They want to dive into their trip and do something real, from learning languages, getting their hands dirty, building their life skills or even falling in love!

Offering top of the range Working Holiday, Au Pair, Volunteer, Teach, Camp, Tutor, Study, Tours, Remote work and Internship travel experiences means that when you go with Global, you’re not just going to go to a place, snap a pic and call it a day. You’re going to truly experience the culture, know the land, and let it become a part of you for the rest of your life.

We were founded in Australia in 2008 and have since grown to become one of the world’s leading and largest ‘meaningful travel’ brands, won a few awards along the way, and have happily helped over 70,000 people get overseas in the process. Will you be next?

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l.gwat.co
Founded
2008
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Jess
25
Female
Australia
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program
Program:
Sea Turtle Conservation in Costa Rica

Sea Turtle Conservation - Costa Rica

Sep 27, 2023

I didn’t really know what to expect with this work.

I absolutely loved the location. I loved walking around and finding new beaches. I would however express to others that activity wise, there is nothing really around. So you have to create your own activities.

There is such excitement in knowing that you are helping the environment.
Hatchlings make all the night shift worth it.

Definitely brush up on Spanish and enjoy the culture. Everyone is really friendly and willing to help out!

A worthwhile experience!

Pros
  • Home cooked meals
  • Helping the environment
  • Meeting new people
Cons
  • Night shifts
  • 2km walk to accomodation at night (sometimes solo)
  • Not close to pharmacy/shops
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Shyanne
26
Female
New Zealand
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program
Program:
Sea Turtle Conservation in Costa Rica

Ostional Volunteer Program

Sep 27, 2023

Everything about this trip was amazing. The coordinators guide you every step of the way and make the whole process a breeze. Arriving at the station and getting into the work is very rewarding and the staff are all wonderful, friendly people. The work can be tough but the reward is worth every bit of it, as well as the friends you make while you're there. I can't recommend this trip enough, if you love turtles, tropical weather,or conservation work, I highly recommend spending some time in Ostional.

Pros
  • Sea Turtles
  • Food
  • Staff
Cons
  • Hot humid weather
Releasing Green babies
The Team
Green baby release
Ostional Sunset
Nosara Sunset
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Samantha
23
Female
Australia
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program
Program:
Working Holiday in Ireland – Cash in on the luck of the Irish

A learning experience

Sep 27, 2023
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Kamara
24
Female
United Kingdom
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program
Program:
Teach English in Thailand – A taste of the teacher’s life

Teach Camp Thailand

Sep 25, 2023

My trip cordinator, Callum was very helpful and supportive in getting me ready for my trip and answering the many questions i had which made me feel at ease as i was very nervous.

My first week of orientation wss fun and unforgettable and the remaining weeks was a great experience. I had a lot of fun at the camp and felt a sense of accomplishment as the kids responsed well to the experience and really learned English well because of the activities I did with them.

I am so happy that i was immersed in the Thai culture.

Pros
  • Support and Information
  • Experience
  • Culture
Cons
  • Disorganised at times
  • Toilet paper & Hand soap not available in most public toilets
  • Waiting time is longer than announced (Thai Time)
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Anne
60
Female
United States
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program
Program:
Monkey Rehabilitation – Monkeys need your help, too!

Global Travel

Sep 25, 2023

My trip to the Vervet Monkey Foundation was absolutely amazing! I learned so much, had a great time, worked hard but fun and the staff was absolutely amazing! It was the trip of a lifetime! I definitely will go back again. The day to day running of the operation is so organized and the work rotation is done so that you get to experience everything. The staff really wants to know what areas of work you really like and also if there is something that you don't like or have trouble with they will not schedule you for that area. They want their volunteers to learn, experience it all and most of all enjoy their time at the foundation.

Pros
  • Everything is organized for you once you have chosen your option
  • The description of the trip and accommodations was super accurate
  • It was everything I expected and more - I will do again in the next year or so!
Cons
  • I have absolutely no cons it was fantastic!
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Calum Fisher

Program
Working Holiday in New Zealand – Your new home in the South Pacific
Job Title
Trip Coordinator
Calum is a trip coordinator with Global Work and Travel and helps people plan their adventures overseas. He has been with the company for nearly 4 years and has worked on 100 different trips across 27 destinations.

He has been to around 15 countries himself and is always on the look out for a new destination to tick off the bucket list.

What is your favorite travel memory?

In April 2022, I got the chance to go to Costa Rica for 2 weeks. My mind was completely blown with the amazing beaches, forests, animals and people. My favourite location was Tamarindo. Growing up near the beach myself, it was fantastic to see such a beautiful place with palm trees and soft sand.

How have you changed/grown since working for your current company?

100%. I've become more confident as a person. I've had the opportunity to work with great colleagues who push and challenge me to be a better coordinator. I also reaffirmed my love for helping people. I've also become more independent and feel valued as a colleague with fun events together. Best company I've worked for.

What is the best story you've heard from a return student?

I received some photos from a traveller in Thailand. It was great to see how much fun they were having and all the new friends they had made. You get reminded as why we do what we do. Its fantastic to see the work you've put in become a real persons new life and its extremely rewarding. Especially if they have been nervous or unsure before they have left.

If you could go on any program that your company offers, which one would you choose and why?

I would love to do the trunks and tails program. Thailand is a country that has always been on my bucket list. The fact that you get to work with elephants in their natural habitat, feed and watch them interact with each other is fantastic. You also have rescue paws included which is a street dog rescue charity. I'm a massive dog lover so this is right up my street.

What makes your company unique? When were you especially proud of your team?

I love the service we provide. We always go that extra mile to make sure a travellers trip is the best they've ever had. Theres so many different options too so theres something for everyone, whether its working on a bar on a island resort in Australia or being an au pair in france to volunteering with the elephants in Thailand, theres so much choice.

What do you believe to be the biggest factor in being a successful company?

I feel we've been amazing at adapting to the economic climate. COVID put the brakes on travel for such a long time but our CEO and team managed to navigate us through really difficult and unknown time. I have faith and reassurance that we're heading in the right direction and I'm really excited to see what the future holds.