{"id":8762,"date":"2019-09-26T18:17:21","date_gmt":"2019-09-26T10:17:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/?p=8762"},"modified":"2019-09-26T18:17:22","modified_gmt":"2019-09-26T10:17:22","slug":"5-volunteers-wanted-antarctic-sabbatical","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/blog\/5-volunteers-wanted-antarctic-sabbatical\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Volunteers Wanted For An Epic Antarctic Sabbatical"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Airbnb and Ocean Conservancy are sending you on an epic once-in-a-lifetime, all expenses paid adventure to explore the frozen frontier of Antartica!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"595\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/09\/noaa-w__WXyjFzMs-unsplash-copy.jpg\" alt=\"Antartica Plane, Antarctic Sabbatical Airbnb Ocean Conservancy \" class=\"wp-image-8800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/09\/noaa-w__WXyjFzMs-unsplash-copy.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/09\/noaa-w__WXyjFzMs-unsplash-copy-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/09\/noaa-w__WXyjFzMs-unsplash-copy-768x508.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How does a free adventure to Antarctica sound? Among the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"world's best surreal destinations (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/blog\/travel-bucket-list-11-surreal-destinations-you-must-visit-2019\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color:#702d82\" class=\"color\">world&#8217;s best surreal destinations<\/span><\/a>, Antarctica is one you must definitely add to your bucket list \u2013 and now you can, FOR FREE! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In conjunction with Ocean Conservancy, Airbnb is launching an Antarctic Sabbatical that seeks 5 individuals from all walks of life to set out on an all expenses paid scientific research mission to the frozen frontier. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>&#8220;No prior experience or formal qualifications required, other than an adventurous spirit, passion for the environment, and willingness to apply.&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How does getting <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"one of the world's rarest passport stamps (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/blog\/11-rare-passport-stamps-you-may-never-get\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color:#702d82\" class=\"color\">one of the world&#8217;s rarest passport stamps<\/span><\/a> sound? \ud83d\ude09 During the mission, you will follow lead scientist Kirstie Jones-Williams from the University of Exeter to learn about how pollution is impacting one of the most (or used to be) pristine and secluded continents in the world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why the Antarctic Sabbatical? <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Antarctic Sabbatical aims to inspire people to take time out of their careers to give back, and raise awareness on the urgency of preserving the environment, while understanding humans&#8217; environmental impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>When is the Antarctic Sabbatical? <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Antarctic Sabbatical will take place over a course of 4 weeks from 18 November 2019 to 16 December 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/09\/yuriy-rzhemovskiy-ACam5NbFiwo-unsplash-copy.jpg\" alt=\"Antartica Exploration, Antarctic Sabbatical Airbnb Ocean Conservancy \" class=\"wp-image-8801\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/09\/yuriy-rzhemovskiy-ACam5NbFiwo-unsplash-copy.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/09\/yuriy-rzhemovskiy-ACam5NbFiwo-unsplash-copy-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/09\/yuriy-rzhemovskiy-ACam5NbFiwo-unsplash-copy-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What will I be doing on the Antarctic Sabbatical? <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Participate in an immersive training in Punta Arenas, Chile on equipment and lab practice, as well as relevant courses in field sampling and study of glaciers and ice<\/li><li>Arrive in Antartica on a naturally-formed blue-ice runway and begin the research expedition <\/li><li>Collect samples of snow and examine the degree of pollution that has reached Antartica<\/li><li>Visit to the awe-inspiring South Pole and walk around the globe within a few steps<\/li><li>Behold the wonders of Antartica before your very eyes: Drake Icefall, Elephant&#8217;s Head, Charles Peak Windscoop <\/li><li>Study research findings back in Chile and work closely with Ocean&#8217;s Conservancy on becoming ambassadors for protecting the oceans<\/li><li>Present findings on how everyone can play a part in protecting the Antarctic and the world by reducing plastic footprints<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"596\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/09\/noaa-WWVD4wXRX38-unsplash-copy.jpg\" alt=\"Antartica Research Station, Antarctic Sabbatical Airbnb Ocean Conservancy \" class=\"wp-image-8802\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/09\/noaa-WWVD4wXRX38-unsplash-copy.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/09\/noaa-WWVD4wXRX38-unsplash-copy-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/09\/noaa-WWVD4wXRX38-unsplash-copy-768x509.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Who is eligible for the Antarctic Sabbatical? <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Anyone over the age of 18 is eligible to sign up for the expedition (bonus points if you have a passion for the environment!) and must be available to travel to Chile and Antarctica for a month and be able to converse in English. The Antarctica Sabbatical is open to residents of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Asia<\/strong><br>China, Hong Kong, Dubai (UAE), Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan and Thailand <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Europe<\/strong><br>Austria, Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland, Spain and the United Kingdom<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>North America<\/strong><br>United States of America, Mexico and Canada<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>South America<\/strong><br>Chile and Brazil <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Africa<\/strong><br>South Africa <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Oceania<\/strong><br>Australia and New Zealand<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How do I apply for Antarctic Sabbatical?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Simply hop on to <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.airbnb.com\/d\/sabbatical! (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.airbnb.com\/d\/sabbatical\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color:#702d82\" class=\"color\">https:\/\/www.airbnb.com\/d\/sabbatical<\/span><\/a> to fill up the online form and include a 500-word response on why you want to go on the expedition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Application closes 8 October 2019, 11:59pm EDT. Five selected candidates will be announced on 30 October 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Do I still need to bring money on the Antarctic Sabbatical?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even though it&#8217;s an all expenses paid adventure, you should still bring your <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/en-SG\/blog\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-youtrip\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color:#702d82\" class=\"color\">YouTrip card<\/span><\/a> along during your training in Chile for favourable Chilean peso (CLP) currency exchange rates when you buy souvenirs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And if you have the opportunity to get <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"get one of the world's rarest passport stamps (opens in 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