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Joanna Dineva Destinations Teaching English abroad is a wonderful way to travel and experience new cultures. For those of us who also love to learn about ancient civilizations and learn from the past, there are a few countries that offer the chance to immerse yourself in history. I reviewed lists that ranked the best places to teach English abroad in 2019 based on a number of google searches, salary opportunities, and how many programs they offer and compare them to the lists of countries with the greatest historical significance and came up with a list of the top 5 countries to teach English abroad for history buffs.      It is hard to write a destination list for history buffs without including Egypt. The mystery and fascination of the Egyptian Pharaonic culture reach...  [Read more]

Lydia Pincott Destinations Alumni Experiences For being a fairly small country, Japan sure packs a punch for the endless amount of things to see, do, and eat! As teachers though, we aren’t living that high roller, bullet train life, yet we usually have enough days off for a decent holiday. So how do you get out and see Japan, while still having a few yennies left over for fried chicken at Family Mart? Often with transport passes in Japan, you’ll be traveling the ‘scenic route’. But during periods like summer vacation, there’s time for this. Though it takes a little longer you can enjoy stunning views of rural Japan pass by while reading, listening to a solid podcast, or sketching. The Seishun 18 Kippu is a pass that gives you unlimited travel on local JR trains for 5...  [Read more]

  The capital city of Egypt, Cairo is one of the largest cities in Africa and the largest in the Arab world. It is one of the most cosmopolitan cities in Egypt and the site has a long history as the location of the nation’s historic capitals. The city is home to so many ancient and modern monuments that it can be seen as a “living museum” where visitors can explore Pharaonic, Greek, Roman, Coptic and Islamic monuments contained within. The many archaeological sites dating back to the Phaoronic era attract visitors from all over the world and Cairo is a first-class tourist destination. In addition to its historic attractions, Cairo is home to famous shopping centers, opera houses, and theatres. It has also hosted the Cairo International Film Festival since 1976. There is a large...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Budget and Salary Destinations Japan has been a popular destination for teaching English abroad for many years. This is mainly due to the country's vibrant culture, the great food and friendly locals. Japan has a lot to offer and it can be overwhelming to find the ideal city to move to. This post looks at the 10 best cities in Japan for teaching English abroad. All cities are listed in no particular order. Also check out our other related Japan content: * Step-By-Step Guide To Legally Teaching English in Japan * Teaching English In Japan - The Salary and Budget Guide * The Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program: All You Need to Know and How to Apply * The Most Common Problems Students in Japan Face When Learning English Living in Tokyo is a dream that many English...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Destinations TEFL Information Are you thinking about teaching English in the Middle East? This region is rich in culture and natural beauty, plus the salaries for EFL teachers are among the highest in the world! Having work experience in the Middle East on your resume will open doors to endless opportunities around the world. Here are the best countries in the Middle East to teach English as a foreign language in 2018. Note that almost all employers in the Middle East require their teachers to possess a degree and a TEFL certificate. Some nations even require two or three years of teaching experience. Often the most popular choice of all the countries in the Middle East, the UAE is generally seen as one of the most modern countries in the region. Indeed, the UAE is flashy...  [Read more]

  Our tefl certification course in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) is a fantastic choice for earning your teaching qualification. Jobs are plentiful in Vietnam, Asia and the rest of the world if you wish to travel beyond local borders after the course. HCMC is the biggest and most vibrant city in Vietnam. Some still refer to it as Saigon but regardless of what it’s called, both the city, and our course will not disappoint. Leisurely strolls down neighborhood streets lead travelers to a plethora of tea shops, cafes, markets and canals. HCMC has a recent and well known past so an abundance of attractions await anyone who takes our course. Visit the Historical Museum with artifacts ranging from the Bronze Age up until the days of Ho Chi Minh himself. Ben Thanh Market is the largest in HCMC....  [Read more]

Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Hi and welcome to another live session. My name is Linda from ITTT and I'm back again this week, who would have thought? No, we're actually pretty consistent with our live events. So we are going live twice a week. Me once and then my colleague Liza once. I’m so happy to be here today guys, let me know if you can see me and if you can hear me, and also where you're watching from. Just drop hi I’m watching from so and so into the comment section, that would be really great. I'm super excited to be here again today. Normally I go live on Fridays, well Friday mornings in South Korea. But today I'm going live on Thursday because we are actually going into the Lunar New Year holidays over here. After this I have to head off to my in-laws...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Budget and Salary Destinations TEFL Information Hello, Linda here from ITTT for another weekly live session on Facebook and YouTube at the same time as always. If you've watched one of my sessions before thanks so much for tuning in again and if this is your first time watching, hello and welcome. If you are listening to this as a podcast episode, thanks so much for downloading the podcast, it means a lot to us as we always turn our live sessions into podcast episodes and you can find them on Spotify, Google Podcasts, itunes, all those podcast places out there. Today's topic is teaching English in Europe. So two weeks ago I talked about teaching English in Asia and I focused on seven of the most popular countries in Asia and today we're going to do the same thing for...  [Read more]