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10 things to know on your first day of studying abroad
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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
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You get so much out of a study abroad trip: learning a new language, discovering a new country, eati...

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

The best cities in the world for thrift shopping
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In a time when sustainability and authenticity are valued more than ever, thrift shopping has made a...

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

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

13 LGBTQIA+-friendly cities to explore this summer
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Happy Pride! With June being a month dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community...

5 fun ways to start preparing for your summer trip today
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The balmy evenings, faint scent of sun cream and long, sunny days: summer is finally upon us. With s...

Reverse culture shock: How to settle in back home after traveling
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Spending time abroad is transformative, and the journey is punctuated with new experiences, people, ...

The ultimate summer guide to Sydney
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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
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Happiness doesn’t just feel good, it also does good for us. Being happy can lower our blood pressure...

6 body language cues that show you’re open to making new friends
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“There are no strangers here; only friends you haven’t met yet.”That quote, from the Irish poet Will...