The prospect of traveling alone has been on the rise as of late – but it can be a dream for some, and a nightmare for others. Being alone for a day trip is one thing, but being alone for an entire weekend, a full week or even longer can seem daunting. Who are you […]
Once you think you are in the swing of things, because finally you understand the public transportation system, you finally found that right balance between school and play, and you finally…. finally…. are starting to understand a few words of the native language…. up comes a public holiday. If you are originally from the United […]
I was jetlagged, achy and worst of it all – I was starving. After a night of not sleeping all that well, I was in the middle of an Austrian market at 9 in the morning, my head spinning as I tried to decipher exactly if what I had in my hand was yogurt or […]
Choosing whether or not to study abroad can be a daunting task – let alone figuring out where to study abroad and when. For those who live with chronic illnesses or physical disabilities, the choice can be even harder. Studying abroad is not impossible to do when you have physical aspects of yourself holding you […]
As we approach festival season, it’s worth mentioning how great participating in cultural celebrations can be during your time abroad. It’s important to stay safe and have fun when attending festivals and celebrations, especially if it’s a larger event. With a little bit of observation and preparation, a huge cultural celebration can be one of […]
It is one thing to explain to a parent or a friend why you are going abroad, but another thing entirely to explain it to a younger sibling or a special-needs sibling. ¬They might understand or at least have an idea of where you are going (especially if you show them pictures), but they might […]
As the plane made its final approach, tears welled up in my eyes. Once on the ground, a huge lump formed in my throat. I took a deep breath, slung my carry-on over my shoulder, and reminded myself that I could do difficult things. After all, I’d just spent an entire year doing difficult things, […]
Learning a new language is a challenging, yet rewarding experience. It is a journey that requires language students to overcome hurdle after hurdle as we attempt to reach the finish line. Even those with “an ear for languages” are faced with setbacks that can make fluency seem far out of reach. There is […]
Everybody wants to see the world, but unfortunately, not everyone can afford it. When burdened by expenses ranging from the monthly mortgage to the daily dinner budget, it is common for that vacation fund to slowly drip down the drain. However, there are plenty of ways to travel for little to no cost at all. […]
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