Firstly, Puerto Rico is not a country. I have to get that out of the way in order to write this calmly and to explain the unique intrinsic character of this United States territory, which makes it the subject of this article and an ideal travel destination. Located in the northern Caribbean Sea, officially known […]
The Metro “Performers” Varying looks of disinterest punctuate my journey across town on a busy Thursday afternoon as Celine Dion (not my choice) filters down the metro carriage. The player of this rousing classic is a South American man, dressed entirely in black, holding his panpipes to his mouth as if they were giving him oxygen […]
Fear of Flying? Read on for tips to help alleviate your worries. Flying is bad for you. That’s what we’ve all been coached to believe, especially in recent months, as the cases of MH17, MH370 and the German wings catastrophe “prove”. Before that, it was 9/11, bird flu and deep vein thrombosis. If flying is more […]
A UNESCO World Heritage City, Ávila, Spain possesses a rich history. The home of Santa Teresa and an incredible number of Gothic and Roman churches, the ancient streets of the inner city have witnessed about twenty centuries of development. While I suggest trying a Yema (a traditional pastry) and their famous chuletón (a steak, often […]
A lot of people living in Europe, North and South America, Asia, The Middle East and The Oceanic countries that have no first-hand experience with Africa rely on international headlines from news agencies to get a glimpse of what happens in Africa. Truthfully speaking, most international news agencies across the globe paint Africa in a […]
If I had to choose one piece of advice to share with those preparing to study abroad, I wouldn’t have to give it a second thought: keep a journal. Here are just some of the reasons why: It helps you capture the memories. If I have heard it once, I have heard it a […]
Sintra is a magical place. As soon as you step foot off the train, take a look up the mountain towards the castle and you’ll know what I mean. The quaint town, just a 40 minute train ride from the center of Lisbon (Rossio/Restauradores Station), is enveloped in a mystical haze and full of parks […]
How to Become Fluent in the Language of Your Host Country There are so many reasons to study abroad. Maybe you want to explore a place you have always dreamed of visiting, or maybe you want to travel somewhere completely new to you. Whatever the reason behind your decision, chances are that once you arrive, […]
Everyone says going abroad changes your life, and to some degree, it does for everyone in one way or another. Whether your worldview is challenged, you fall in love, you learn a new language, or you experience something out of your comfort zone, you really don’t know how much a place has changed you until […]
Guide to Packing for Living in Europe… or Anywhere with Seasons… You’re down to the one-week mark before your adventure abroad begins and you find yourself in a packing panic. How in the world can you fit my entire LIFE into one or two suitcases? How will you squeeze in five months and three seasons […]
