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Ever wondered what life is like as an English teacher in Japan? Meet Lilah, an ESL instructor based in Tokyo, who’s traded the familiar comforts of...
A Day in the Life of an English Teacher in Japan
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Teacher Diaries
From snapshots of life as an English teacher abroad to insight into the mind of someone who’s made the leap, this is where we’ll explore all the handy tips and first-hand advice on living as an expat teacher.
Teaching English abroad sure is a life-changing experience, in this section we’ll find out what’s difficult, what brought a smile to the faces of these teachers and what simply blew their minds!
Top Things To Do in Japan: A Local’s Guide for First-Time Travellers
If you're planning your first trip to Japan and wondering where to start, look no further than Lilah's insider guide. After living in Japan for six...
How Teaching Abroad Leads to Personal Growth
Teaching abroad is more than just an opportunity to explore a new country—it's a journey of personal growth and self-discovery. In this blog, Lilah...
From Culture Shock to Connection: Kamilla’s Teaching Adventure in South Korea
Ever wondered what it’s like to live, work, and truly immerse yourself in South Korea? Kamilla, one of our inspiring program participants, shares...
Exploring Japan’s Incredible Festivals and Events: A Journey Through Culture with Lilah
Lilah, our Japan Ambassador, takes us on a vibrant journey through some of the exciting festivals and events she’s experienced since moving to...
A Day in the Life of a Teacher in Japan: Experience Teaching Abroad
Hey! My name is Lilah, and I'd love to take you through a day in my life as an English teacher in Japan. While teaching wasn't something I pictured...
Teacher Spotlight: Alain’s Amazing Journey in South Korea
Alain's Experience in South Korea: Insights and Highlights Discover Alain's inspiring story as he shares his enriching experiences teaching English...
Teacher Spotlight: Tiffany Barber’s Journey Teaching English in Japan
A Journey of Teaching and Learning Tiffany Barber shares her enriching experience as a first-time Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) in Japan. From...
Teaching Abroad in Tokyo: Lilah’s Journey Begins!
Hey future globetrotters! My name is Lilah and I am just beginning my first year of teaching abroad in Tokyo, Japan. I’ll be posting a blog here...
Falling in Love in the Land of Smiles – Pat & Jakub’s Story
Teaching English in Thailand is a great opportunity for personal growth, professional development, and meeting people from all over the globe. Sometimes, if you’re really lucky, you may even end up finding love too.
Teach English in Vietnam – Paige’s Story
After taking a leap from the comfort of home in Scotland - Paige began her teach abroad journey in Vietnam with TravelBud in February of 2020. Since...
My Adjustment into Japanese Culture: A Teacher’s Experience
Because I anticipated a big adjustment into Japanese culture when Teaching English in Japan, I spent time reading articles and watching videos on...
How My Culture Shock in Thailand Was More a Shock of Belonging
I decided to Teach English in Thailand for a number of reasons, but the underlying motivation was: I felt like I didn’t fit in where I was before....
The Truth About Being a Plus-Sized Woman in South Korea – Beth’s Story
Want the truth about being a plus-sized woman in South Korea? While there's certainly always room for improvement, the Western world has made leaps...
How Teaching English in South Korea Changed My Life
After returning from my time teaching English in South Korea, I took some time to reflect on the ways this experience had changed me as a person....