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15 posts
10 things to know on your first day of studying abroad
5 min read 5 min

If you’re reading this while preparing for your next adventure abroad, or if you are already in a fa...

Regenerative travel: How to give back when you’re studying abroad
4 min read 4 min

You get so much out of a study abroad trip: learning a new language, discovering a new country, eati...

5 things to do in Tokyo on a budget
4 min read 4 min

Embarking on a budget-friendly adventure in Tokyo doesn't mean you need to miss out. Whether you...

Reverse culture shock: How to settle in back home after traveling
4 min read 4 min

Spending time abroad is transformative, and the journey is punctuated with new experiences, people, ...

The ultimate summer guide to Sydney
4 min read 4 min

Aussies sure know how to make the most of their world-class summer weather, and Sydney is a hotbed f...

Here’s how you can boost your happiness
4 min read 4 min

Happiness doesn’t just feel good, it also does good for us. Being happy can lower our blood pressure...

5 things to do in London on a budget
3 min read 3 min

Living on a student budget, you’ll quickly realize your money doesn’t stretch too far in The Big Smo...

How to make friends abroad: 6 tips
4 min read 4 min

After the excitement of choosing a new city, organizing visas and flights, packing, and saying goodb...

The best cities in the world for thrift shopping
4 min read 4 min

In a time when sustainability and authenticity are valued more than ever, thrift shopping has made a...

Your guide to moving abroad: 10 things to do before you leave
6 min read 6 min

Moving abroad, whether for a gap year, or a study abroad program, is one of the most interesting and...

The ultimate summer guide to Brighton
4 min read 4 min

When the sun is shining, there’s only one place that Brits want to be: by the sea! Since the 1800s, ...

The ultimate summer guide to New York
4 min read 4 min

They call it ‘The City That Never Sleeps’ and, with an endless list of things to do, restaurants to ...