As millennials take over social media there has been a romanticization of traveling all over the entire world. Jet-setting has become the new trend amongst twenty-somethings. With this trend, there has been a loss of love for the classic road trip. And I believe it is time for someone to stand up for the lost […]
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 […]
The Travel Store for Your Next Euro Trip
Preparing for a trip includes trying to choose the right equipment to take that easily fits in a couple of suitcases. So we look for the basics – the right bag, maps, guidebooks, and random accessories such as a travel pillow. It can become tiresome deciding between what to take and buy, and what not […]
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 […]
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, […]
FlashpackerConnect: An Extended Offer to Go on New Adventures Around the World
In the market of travel agencies, there are a lot of companies and options to choose from. But today, a new agency tries to distinguish itself from the others: Flashpacker Connect Adventure travel. This new and original travel agency promises to “providing you with unique off the beaten track experiences around the planet”. Based in […]
Cuba Offers an Undiscovered Paradise for your Spring Vacation
Looking for a change of surroundings during spring break without spending millions of dollars to have fun? Don’t search any longer, Cuba is waiting for you. Thanks to former President Barack Obama who lifted the embargo imposed on the island since 1962, you can now go to Cuba and enjoy the sun, the beach, the […]
Book Review: Lonely Planet’s Ultimate Travel
Lonely Planet’s list of 500 best places is the perfect book for the coffee table of someone who loves to travel. This book is compiled of the best places to travel around the globe -from ancient temples to the great barrier reef– this book has every expedition one could dream of. Each listed place will give […]
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 […]
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 […]