The options for finding a penpal are fair to decent on Global Penfriends. I've had good experiences with the site when I take the time to use it properly.
I got to know new people and make new friends from around the world. I wanted to know how other people live in different countries compared to my self.
I have made so many new friends all over the world, it is so exciting to talk to people on the other side of the world and find out how much you may have in common with them.