Jessica Lockhart

Jessica Lockhart

Contributing Editor

Although Jessica has travelled to more than 30 countries, her favorite place to throw down her bag is still her hometown of Cold Lake, Alberta. A freelance journalist, Jess has worked for international development organizations and tour operators. She’s conducted workshops in Vanuatu, perfected the use of a satellite phone in the jungles of Guyana and supervised teenage pool parties in the Dominican Republic. Although she's based in Toronto, Jess works remotely from all around the world.

The work exchange pro explains how taking a mid-career gap year changed his life.
Saturday, 03 May 2014 02:42

I Cheated At Live Below the Line

Does Live Below the Line actually help reduce global poverty? Jessica takes the $1.75/day challenge to find out.
Friday, 25 April 2014 23:15

Living Below the Line

For the next five days, I'm going to live on $1.75 a day. Here's why.
Thursday, 17 April 2014 19:41

Study Abroad Spies

Participate in a global expat survey: the latest news in work, study and volunteer abroad.
Monday, 24 March 2014 18:23

University Pays for Gap Years

Apply for a $1500 travel grant: the latest news in work, study and volunteer abroad.
Sunday, 09 March 2014 20:16

The World's Most Expensive City

A new pledge to increase study abroad numbers: the latest news in work, study and volunteer abroad.
Wednesday, 08 January 2014 00:00

Best Budget Travel Hacks

Verge’s From the Field bloggers reveal their top tricks for travelling for free or cheap.
Do overseas NGOs really want international volunteers? Absolutely, according to new research by Dr. Erin Barnhart.
G Adventures’ fearless leader talks to Verge about his new business book, Looptail.
Wednesday, 07 August 2013 16:27

Q & A With Best Jobs Winner Greg Snell

South Australia's "Wildlife Caretaker" Greg Snell talks tour leading with Verge.
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