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Emma

Born with a severe case of wanderlust, you can find me trying to fill my English passport with new stamps, accompanied by a backpack, my camera and a snorkel. In between dreaming of adventures that combine snowboarding and diving, I'm a travel writer in Bristol, blog at www.thebrisdionblog.com, and tread the thin line between impressive and worrying coffee consumption. @emmabrisdion

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5 spectacular natural wonders you can easily access from major cities

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Spending time outside and appreciating nature is good for the soul. Research has shown that connecti...

The importance of immersion: Why you should learn a language the same way you’ll use it

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There are many different ways to learn a second language, from taking classes to reading books, or e...

10 fascinating facts about the world’s coolest cities that make for great conversation starters

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Think you know everything you need to about some of the world’s coolest cities? Think again! These e...

How to learn Japanese quickly: 10 tips

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Being fluent in a second language is a super impressive skill. It arms you with the tools to become ...

10 (more) weird words in English

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There are over 171,000 words in the English language, according to the Oxford English Dictionary. Wi...

20 signs you’ve made a friend for life

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Good friends make fantastic memories, but the best kind of friends are the ones with whom you have a...

10 K-dramas to learn Korean with

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If you’re studying Korean, some of the best tools for learning the language are just a few clicks aw...

20 English idioms that everyone should know

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Idioms. Native English speakers love using them in conversation, and you’ll often find them popping ...

Go-to meals for host families

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Sharing your culture with your international students at meal times is an easy way to welcome them i...

How to help a student with homesickness: 7 tips for host families

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The key to a student having a fantastic, enriching study-abroad experience is embracing all the new ...

How to pack for a year abroad (and why you should start getting ready now)

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When it comes to packing for an extended period of time away, there is no such thing as ‘too soon’. ...

How to make yourself more competitive in the job market: 5 tips

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Having a good education isn’t enough to land you your dream job in today’s competitive job market – ...