It seemed like it took an eternity to reach the border of Chile and Argentina that surprisingly hot January day. The weight of the backpack seemed to add a surprising amount of heat to that of the sun. We were on the first leg of our excursion to the breathtaking Patagonia region of Argentina, trying […]
Growing up in San Diego, my family and I would travel to Mexico fairly regularly. Albeit Americanized, Baja California had so many sounds, tastes, and people that were different from our own. My sister and I both grew up with an appreciation of the Mexican culture, especially because of my mother’s fondness of Cesar Chavez […]
We asked students from around the country why they think study abroad is one of the most important experiences a college student can have. Their answers will leave you convinced! *********************** It helps provide invaluable experiences for people to understand a world outside of their own and to meet new cultures and people that they […]
True Disney fans will know that you can experience Disney theme parks at five different locations: Orlando, Los Angeles, Paris, Japan, and Hong Kong. While many similarities exist among the various parks, each one has its quirks, ensuring that the location offers a unique experience. If you love Disney and find yourself in Paris, spending […]
You know you want to study abroad, but where do you want to go? Cities around the world come in all shapes and sizes. But should you choose the city life or try for a smaller community? How much does the decision matter? I skipped this step of the process because my college told me […]
Study Abroad Expectations Vs. Reality When I was accepted into Indiana University’s (IU) semester long Adelaide, Australia study abroad program, I immediately started to fantasize about my impending journey down under. I pictured meeting an entire Australian crew of friends who would teach me about the great “Red Continent”. We would journey around in a […]
Greece is the cornerstone of European civilization, philosophy, and democracy. So the tourist will have plenty to do and see in this Mediterranean oasis. But Greece is also home to world-renowned cuisine, some of which we take for granted at our local diners back home. Kebabs, gyros, and fresh garden salads are among many popular […]
How to Deal With Phone Issues While Abroad It doesn’t matter where in the world you are. Whether you’re cruising the streets of Paris on a tandem bike, strolling through the narrow alleyways of Prague, or simply sitting in the house that you grew up in. Regardless of where you are, chances are that your […]
Fraser Island, off Australia’s eastern Queensland coast, is the world’s largest sand island, stretching over 120km. Panoramic viewpoints include Indian Head, a rocky outcrop on the island’s easternmost tip, and the Cathedrals, a cliff famous for sculpted ribbons of colored sand. It’s a camping and ecotourism destination, with popular beaches and swimming sites at Lake […]
The Spanish themselves have coined the motto, “Spain is different”, and for good reason! Below are just some of the things you’ll notice about Spanish life that you will eventually take home with you. Regardless of whether just a few of them, or all of them, will apply to you, you will definitely return home a “different” […]
