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9 things you realize when living in Paris
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There is nothing like being a true connoisseur of Paris – knowing the ins and outs of the city and the ways of the Parisians. No matter if you’ve just...

10 steps to getting into a top UK university
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The UK is home to some of the most prestigious universities in the world, making it a popular choice for many students looking to continue into higher...

12 best Christmas songs from around the world
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All I want for Christmas is… carols! The holidays are not only the perfect occasion to spend time with loved ones while eating your weight in cookies,...

10 destinations to visit before you turn 30
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When you’re young, it’s easy to drop everything and jet off to explore the world, and if you’re studying, there’s no better use for your (long) holida...

50 unbelievable facts about the world to make you seem cultured
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Have you ever sat around the table with friends or family, enjoying a perfectly acceptable lunch or dinner, and listened – powerless – as the conversa...

10 English slang terms you need to know in 2020
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With a new year comes a whole host of novel, oft-perplexing slang terms. Just as quickly as they fly in, they seem to disappear, banished to the depth...

Gap year guide to the US
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There’s no right way to take a gap year, no perfect time to start, and no ideal location to visit – it’s all down to you and what interests you the mo...

Fall in love with fall
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Red, orange, and yellow leaves. Clear blue skies. Fashion weeks, book releases, and art exhibitions. Halloween, Black Friday and the start of the holi...

10 reasons to study English in New Zealand
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With a proud Māori heritage, awe-inspiring natural wonders, easy access to extreme sports, and British English with a charming Kiwi flavor, New Zealan...

10 reasons to love Hawaii
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It’s like heaven on Earth: The beaches are beautiful, the culture cool, the sea sparkling and the surf better than pretty much anywhere else in the wo...

6 ways to enjoy London without spending a penny
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So, you want to experience London on a budget but aren’t quite sure where to start? Worry not! Although the city is usually considered quite expensive...

10 places to practice English in the UK
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Welcome to the first episode of Tom’s Top 10 – a series of handy little guides to make the world a better place. (One ten-point list at a time.)If you...