If you’re a movie lover, when you go on vacations you like to find the places where the scenes from your favorite movies or TV shows were filmed. If you’re planning on visiting the United Kingdom, but don’t know where to find these locations, here are the top eight places in the United Kingdom that […]
You’ve just landed in a brand new country and you’re ready to hail a cab, rickshaw, or boat in order to reach your next destination. After hailing a ride, all you have to do is grab your bags and–wait, where are your bags? Whether you misplaced them, lost them, or accidentally sold them, as long […]
Study abroad and the quest for global citizenship Introduction Over the last decade the field of International Education has been increasingly pushing study abroad as the principle means of shaping their students into “global citizens”. However, many critics are adamantly opposed to the idea of global citizenship, believing that it weakens or replaces national citizenship […]
Sitting Down With the Professionals. My first study abroad experience was one of the most memorable experiences of my life. It changed me in many ways and paved the way to my later educational and professional endeavors. It was, in fact, the principle motivator of my decision to attend graduate school in pursuit of a career […]
When leaving the country, you might be armed with excitement and a crowded itinerary, but not necessarily the preparation needed for one of the biggest obstacles abroad: illness. Getting sick often happens at the worst of times, leading to ruined schedules and stress. It’s no wonder that illness would strike when one sojourns overseas, surrounded […]
For some people, traveling abroad requires experiencing as much of one or multiple countries as possible. But for other people, traveling to just one location and immersing themselves in that location is top priority. No matter the preference, each will have its benefits and drawbacks. In the end, compromising will surely provide the best results. […]
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Coming home to the smell of home-cooked Spanish paella was only one of the numerous perks of living with a host family. However, having the freedom of living in a house with numerous other American students also has its perks. During my year abroad, I had the opportunity to stay with a host family while […]
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 […]
An Insider’s Guide to the Best of Bogota I know what you’re all thinking when you hear the words, “Bogota, Colombia”. Drugs, Pablo Escobar, kidnapping, danger, etc… But get those ideas out of your head! In the past few years, Bogotá has risen to fame as one of South America’s new “hot spot” destinations. The […]
