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Beyond the Tourist Trap

Traveling abroad requires a significant amount of planning and preparation. Prior to arriving to our destination, we have a preconceived idea of what we will see and do throughout our trip. As tourists, we are immediately drawn to the famous attractions that a location has to offer. We travel to Paris planning to see the […]

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Book Review: The Study Abroad Journal

Offering study abroad participants an organized approach to student-travel, The Study Abroad Journal by Brooke Roberts and Natalie Garrett, details methods in which students can create study-abroad experiences that are not only personally rewarding, but also marketable to graduate schools and future employers. Designed to aid students in getting the most out of their program […]

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Things to do in Copenhagen

Copenhagen, Denmark, is not only the capital of the happiest country on Earth, but also an incredibly scenic city, filled with twisting canals lined with beautifully colored buildings. On top of the scenery, the town is bustling with activity from locals and tourists alike. If you ever have the chance to visit this fantastic city, […]

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Scholarship of the Week: Intern-Volunteer Scholarship

Scholarships without specific major requirements or university requirements can be hard to find.  The Study Abroad website offers a $500 Intern-Volunteer Scholarship to help students fund their study abroad trip. It is an easy application that requires you to fill out basic personal information such as name,  address, university or program etc,  and there’s one […]

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A Guide to Guddies

Has there been a time where you felt directionless in an unfamiliar city? Did you ever want to visit a famous site without paying for a costly tour? Have you ever wanted to dine like the locals while abroad? There is a way to solve these questions by visiting LocalGuddy.com. Upon reaching the site you […]