It’s a free day in your program and you decide to visit the local tourist traps. Only…how are you supposed to get to them? Different countries favor different modes of transportation, and as a foreigner it may prove difficult to find the best transportation options. Unlike the United States, many countries have been utilizing a […]
Make sure your voice is heard this election and every election! If you are currently studying abroad or away for any other reason, now is the time to request your absentee ballot and make your vote count! Every vote is critical, especially in such a hotly contested campaign season. “Voting [from abroad] is now easier […]
Are you one of those people that will check a million different airline websites to compare prices? If you are, luckily there is a solution to this hassle! Dohop.com is a travel website that you can use to compare prices of flights, hotels, and rental cars on one single site… no need to open up […]
So you are considering going abroad, and there are a lot of things that you are going to want to do during this once in a lifetime opportunity. Whether you are skydiving above the Swiss Alps or combing through an endless bazaar in Morocco, you will always want to have a nice place that you […]
One of the most interesting (and frustrating) things about traveling is seeing the variation in prices of similar everyday items in different countries around the world. It’s often challenging at best, and impossible at worst to be able to accurately budget for an extended sojourn abroad. One website, however, Expatistan.com, will show you just that with […]
You’ve just landed in a brand new country and you’re ready to hail a cab, rickshaw, or boat in order to reach your next destination. After hailing a ride, all you have to do is grab your bags and–wait, where are your bags? Whether you misplaced them, lost them, or accidentally sold them, as long […]
When leaving the country, you might be armed with excitement and a crowded itinerary, but not necessarily the preparation needed for one of the biggest obstacles abroad: illness. Getting sick often happens at the worst of times, leading to ruined schedules and stress. It’s no wonder that illness would strike when one sojourns overseas, surrounded […]
Some travelers like to travel sans phone or technology to better immerse themselves in “real experiences”. But for many, their phone or tablet is the best travel companion. Whether it’s used for apps, transportation, getting in contact with hosts, or just using it for emergencies, keeping what’s in your pocket charged is essential. No one […]
Finding accommodation that costs no more than staying in your own apartment or home seems impossible- but what if I said that one website in existence can offer students “free” housing while studying abroad? StudyEnjoy.com lets students swap housing with other students around the world. The exchange is free as long as you can offer […]
For those afflicted with a constant urge for spontaneous adventure, it can be hard to find accommodations that meet your immediate needs and budget in a short period of time. Fortunately, one website has succeeded in banishing any and all of your travel anxieties. The vacation rental website Airbnb has revolutionized the way in which […]
