Author: Katie Arango

China is a massive country, brimming with stunning natural beauty, sprawling urban centers, and an incredible history stretching back thousands of years. Since you’ll probably only have limited time on your trip to China, we’ve done our best to bring you the top places to visit, from the cultural heritage sites, to the natural attractions, […]

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Catherine Ternes, a Boston native and Northeastern University student came to Buenos Aires in 2012 and completed a human rights related internship. She filled us in on what has been going on since she left Buenos Aires.  You were an intern on our Argentina program back in 2012. Why did you decide to intern in […]

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Two years since she finished her internship, Buenos Aires alum Calyn Gelinas shares her thoughts on her work experience, her time in Argentina, and her future plans. Hiking in Patagonia You interned in Argentina with Connect-123 back in 2012. Tell us a bit about your internship. I interned with US-company TerraCycle. In 2006, Inc. magazine […]

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Alli Tolbert, graduate of University of Denver, had two Connect-123 internships in Buenos Aires back in early 2012. She took time out of her busy Peace Corp schedule this week to chat with us about what she’s been up to since we last saw her.  A Typical Porteña Scene You spent time in Chile and […]

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You know the old saying, another summer weekend, another crazy Spanish festival!  Our beloved Spain is, hands down, the country with the most bizarre, unique and downright strange festivals. From the internationally known street parties to the extremely local commemorations, there are a wide range of bizarre festivals that must be seen to be believed! […]

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Take a look at these remarkable photos taken by our interns and volunteers and get a unique insight into life in South Africa, Argentina, Spain, Ireland, and China. This year, the entries ranged from breathtaking landscapes to furry friends, from cultural traditions to scenes from everyday life. Here are all the entries from our 2014 […]

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Argentina’s international reputation can be often be summed up as: tango dancing, Evita, the Pope, and several notable fútbol heroes. And it’s widely accepted that Buenos Aires is is one of the most important cultural centers of Latin America. But moving beyond these obvious, albeit authentic, cultural touchstones, you’ll find that Argentina is as fascinating […]

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After three months, a ton of video entries, and over 500 votes, we have our winners in the Connect-123 2013 Scholarship Contest Creating Change. Congratulations to the First Place winner, Jack McCafferty. Jack will have his entire program fee waived for his internship in Cape Town!  We look forward to hearing more from Jack right […]

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If you’re planning a trip to Argentina, you’re probably already planning some time in the capital city, Buenos Aires. And while that fair city does have a lot to offer, it certainly should not be your one and only stop in this marvelous country. Here are some spots to add to your lista de balde! […]

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Former Cape Town human rights intern Ségolène de Puineuf has long had a passion for human rights and a desire to live in Africa. In this interview, she talks to us about about the role her internship in South Africa has played in her life, as well as her current position in Madagascar. You were an […]

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