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Becoming a Traveler

Becoming a Traveler in Barcelona Studying abroad in Barcelona for four weeks was an incredible experience. I conquered my fears, made new friends, and was able to visit a city I had been dreaming about since watching Cheetah Girls 2 years earlier. But most importantly, it was incredible because I was able to break the […]

Connectivity and Acceptance: What could Africa mean for you?

Interview with Sarah Jill on March 6, 2016 Six months after graduating college, Sarah Jill decided she would fulfill her dream of traveling and volunteering abroad.  She found two programs which would accomplish both goals: GVI and G Adventures.  Through GVI, she would volunteer her time teaching preschool in South Africa followed by an eight-country […]

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Winter in Norway

Winter is the perfect season for students and explorers alike to experience unique locations during their off-season. This means less tourists, cheaper flights, and a better chance for true immersion into a foreign culture. Out of  all the potential winter getaways, Norway in particular stands out. Its location and geography grant it some of the […]

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Voyages: Courtney Greene

Experiences and advice from Courtney Greene Interview conducted on January 3, 2016 Courtney’s father grew up in Ireland and his family still resides on a farm in the midlands of the country.  Year after year she would visit them there and soon she became more familiar with the Emerald Isle’s culture, traditions, and people.  A Waltham, […]

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RYANAIR: Tips and Tricks

Many American students flock to study abroad programs in Europe in search of adventure and a large variety of different cultural experiences.  One of the greatest differences between the two continents is the accessibility of new languages and cultures.  In just a few hours or less, one can be in a new country with a […]