Departure Gate Blog

There may be any number of reasons why teaching overseas has crossed your mind. Maybe you've always had a sense of adventure, a desire to travel the world, or just...keep reading

Sick of your day job? Hoping to make a little extra cash? We already know TEFL can take you places, but what most people don’t realize, is that you can...keep reading

The first time I ever had an oyster was at Eventide Oyster Company in Portland, ME. I was 25 years old, and just started liking seafood. I was with new...keep reading

If you’re reading this, you’ve either considered teaching English abroad before, or the title hooked you to something you didn’t know was possible. Either way, landing a job teaching English...keep reading

Guest post written by Joyce Wilson at Teacher Spark It’s a common myth that if you’re a teacher, your summers are open and carefree. Actually, most teachers experience long hours...keep reading

Adapted from her blog, here is Amanda H's story: Time for Something Different. I wanted something really different, and different I got. That was the whole reason why I was...keep reading

Decided on teaching English in Asia, but not settled on a country yet? It can be confusing to commit to a contract in a country you've never stepped foot in...keep reading

So you've narrowed your teach abroad prospects to Chile and Spain. You probably have some Spanish language chops and want to fine-tune them in an immersive experience, while also helping...keep reading

Can I take my pet abroad with me? Our pets are our best friends. They offer unconditional love, support, and laughter in a sometimes dreary world. Moving to another country...keep reading

I want to teach in Morocco. What do I need to know? Northern Africa’s easternmost country is sure to guarantee a journey of color, flavors, questions, and paradoxes. With its...keep reading