About Abroad Escape
Abroad Escape helps students, graduates, young professionals, and independent travellers arrange volunteer programs and internships around the world.
Since 2006, we have worked with established local program partners to help participants access structured international experiences across Asia, Africa, Europe, and Latin America.
Whether you're planning a gap year, university break, career break, or your first trip abroad, our goal is simple: provide clear information, practical guidance, and a straightforward booking process.
WHO WE ARE
A Volunteer Placement and Internship Agency
Abroad Escape is a volunteer placement agency.
We help participants arrange volunteer programs operated by independent local program partners around the world.
Programs vary by destination and may include:
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Teaching and education
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Wildlife conservation
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Marine conservation
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Community development
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Childcare support
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Environmental projects
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Healthcare-related placements
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Professional internships
Accommodation, airport pickup, orientation, and local support are provided by the local program partner where included.
Our role is to help participants understand their options, navigate the booking process, and prepare for departure.
Who We Help
Many of our participants are:
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Students
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Recent graduates
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Young professionals
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Gap year travellers
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First-time solo travellers
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Career-break travellers
Some programs may also be suitable for older participants depending on the destination and requirements.
A Note From our Founder Kurt
Abroad Escape was founded by Kurt Decorte, a lifelong traveller and travel entrepreneur with more than two decades of experience in the travel sector.
After completing a one-year round-the-world trip, Kurt spent five years living in Asia, studying languages, teaching, and travelling extensively throughout the region. Following a successful career as a business consultant in London, he returned to the travel industry and founded GapXperience before later launching Abroad Escape.
Today, Kurt continues to work closely with travel partners around the world while helping travellers find experiences that match their interests, travel style, and goals.
His passion remains the same as when he boarded his first international flight: helping people experience the world beyond their own backyard.
Why Travellers Choose Abroad Escape
Choosing a volunteer program or internship abroad can feel overwhelming, especially if it's your first time travelling independently.
At Abroad Escape, we focus on providing clear information, practical guidance, and a straightforward booking process so you can plan your trip with confidence.
Established Travel Experience
Our team has been involved in international travel and volunteer programs since 2006, helping travellers gain experience abroad through structured placements and cultural exchange opportunities.
Volunteer Programs and Internships
Whether you're interested in teaching, wildlife conservation, community development, environmental projects, healthcare-related placements, or professional internships, we offer opportunities across a wide range of destinations.
Popular Destinations Worldwide
Explore volunteer programs and internships across Asia, Africa, Europe, and Latin America, with options suitable for students, graduates, gap year travellers, and first-time solo travellers.
A Straightforward Booking Process
We keep the process simple. From your initial enquiry through to departure, you'll receive clear information about program requirements, accommodation, fees, and what to expect on arrival.
Practical Pre-Departure Support
We'll help you prepare for your trip with destination information, program guidance, and answers to common questions before you travel.
Established Local Program Partners
Volunteer placements, internships, accommodation, airport pickup, orientation, and local support are provided by independent local program partners with experience hosting international participants.
Ready to Start Planning Your Trip?
Whether you're looking for a volunteer program, an internship abroad, or your first international travel experience, we're here to help you take the next step.
"Volunteering with Abroad Escape was the best trip and the best experience of my life. Full stop. I did not expect to say that before I left — but that is exactly how I feel having come back."
"The teaching program was a great experience. The children I worked with were smart, enthusiastic, and genuinely willing to learn — which made every session rewarding. The structure of the program meant I knew what I was doing each day, which made it easy to focus entirely on the work."
I had an amazing time in volunteering with Abroad Escape. I was happy with the whole experience and would love to go back in the future!