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5 Amazing Things to Do After College

5 Amazing Things to Do After College

Are you looking for things to do after college instead of getting a real job?

06/11/2015

Top 10 Adventure Activities to Do When Backpacking Australia

Top 10 Adventure Activities to Do When Backpacking Australia

As we all know that Australia is the smallest continent of the world, but few of us know that it is a Land of adventure.

06/11/2015

Best Places to Study French in France

Best Places to Study French in France

Brittany VanderBeek from the United States enjoyed one of the most exciting life adventure when she lived in the heart of Paris, France as part of a language and culture immersion in an International MBA Program at the University of South Carolina Moore School of Business.

03/11/2015

5 Reasons to Volunteer with Monkeys in Africa

5 Reasons to Volunteer with Monkeys in Africa

If you're the type of person who loves animals and enjoys spending all day out in the hot summer sun, then volunteering in South Africa is definitely for you!

01/11/2015

Top 10 Reasons to Book a Tour with Oasis Overland

Top 10 Reasons to Book a Tour with Oasis Overland

With so many travel companies offering tours worldwide it can be difficult to decide which one to book with.

31/10/2015

How to Avoid Food Poisoning When Travelling

How to Avoid Food Poisoning When Travelling

Food from around the world, irrespective of the color or taste, will make you drool in the same way as you do with a hotdog back home.

29/10/2015

5 Tips to Make the Most Out of Your Study Abroad Program

5 Tips to Make the Most Out of Your Study Abroad Program

So you’ve either decided or you're thinking about a doing a study abroad program.

29/10/2015

Costa Rica

Costa Rica's Best Kept Secrets

Costa Rica is one of the world's top travel destinations, and for good reason, but when planning trips, visitors often make the mistake of skipping one of the country's best stops, the Caribbean side.

29/10/2015

Top 5 Things to Do When Studying in Malaga

Top 5 Things to Do When Studying in Malaga

Malaga is a very popular destination with thousands of people arriving every year to study here or for tourism.

27/10/2015

10 Things You Should Know Before Studying in France

10 Things You Should Know Before Studying in France

France is without doubt a beautiful country, and studying there can be an unforgettable experience.

26/10/2015

6 Things to Expect When Trekking in the Himalayas

6 Things to Expect When Trekking in the Himalayas

For anyone planning a trip to the North East Himalayas – firstly, congratulations you have taken the first step towards an amazing holiday!

23/10/2015

Benefits of Taking a Break from Social Media when Traveling

Benefits of Taking a Break from Social Media when Traveling

The majority of people born pre 1990’s grew up being a teenager & young adult knowing that empty, naked feeling when not having a cell phone on them; the panic and anxiety of feeling helpless without the knowledge of our smart phones. Or was that just me? 

23/10/2015

Best International Weekend Destinations from the US East Coast

Best International Weekend Destinations from the US East Coast

Living on the East Coast in the U.S. has its benefits for travel. But where should you go and what are the cheapest and best places to go for a weekend break away overseas?

23/10/2015

How to Adapt when Living or Working Abroad

How to Adapt when Living or Working Abroad

Alison Laycock give her top tips for cultural adaptation perfect if you are planning to go overseas and spend time living or working in a different country.

23/10/2015

Top 5 Reasons to Learn a Foreign Language

Top 5 Reasons to Learn a Foreign Language

Learning a new language can be a daunting challenge, there are just so many words and phrases to remember, and this doesn't even include pronounciation.

22/10/2015

Don

Don't Let Fear Stop You from Travelling Abroad!

Travelling can seem scary - months away from your home and all that is familiar.

22/10/2015

10 Ways to Get the Most Out of a Trip Abroad

10 Ways to Get the Most Out of a Trip Abroad

Planning a big trip overseas? Wondering how you can maximize your experience? View some top recommendations below.

22/10/2015

Best Study Abroad Scholarships & Grants to Apply for in 2024

Best Study Abroad Scholarships & Grants to Apply for in 2024

Studying abroad can be a life changing experience and is something every student should try to do. But one of the main drawbacks though is the cost.

17/10/2015

Top 10 Reasons to Study Abroad in Paris

Top 10 Reasons to Study Abroad in Paris

Doing a study exchange overseas can be the best experience of your life, but with so many places you can go narrowing down your destination can be tough.

12/10/2015

Things I

Things I'm Glad I Did & Didn't Take Travelling

In hindsight, however long your trip, you always seem to find that you take too much.

12/10/2015

Top Tips for Getting Around Sydney

Top Tips for Getting Around Sydney

As the largest city in Australia, Sydney operates a fantastic network of public transportation for residents and visitors with access throughout the city and to the surrounding suburbs and greater state of New South Wales.

12/10/2015

6 Incredible Places to Visit when Teaching in Thailand

6 Incredible Places to Visit when Teaching in Thailand

So you are heading off to teach in the land of smiles and you would like to make the most of the experience?

25/09/2015

Top 7 Tips for Volunteering in Laos

Top 7 Tips for Volunteering in Laos

Deciding to volunteer abroad is a big step – congratulations!

25/09/2015

5 Amazing Things to Do when Working in New Zealand

5 Amazing Things to Do when Working in New Zealand

So you are planning a trip to work in New Zealand? Great decision.

21/09/2015

5 Amazing Places to Visit When Teaching in Argentina

5 Amazing Places to Visit When Teaching in Argentina

Argentina is a country of so many contrasts and diverse landscapes that it makes it a tricky task to choose the five best places to visit.

20/09/2015

5 Incredible Places to Visit in Asia

5 Incredible Places to Visit in Asia

Hannah Skelding spent a month long trip traveling around Asia, stopping off in China, Japan, Thailand and Malaysia.

10/09/2015

6 Simple Ways to Stay Comfortable When Flying

6 Simple Ways to Stay Comfortable When Flying

Most people get anxious at the thought of flying but I am the exact opposite.

04/09/2015

Top 5 Things to Do in Vienna

Top 5 Things to Do in Vienna

As capital city of Austria and located in central Europe, Vienna (or Wien) is a beautiful destination that in parts seems almost unchanged for centuries.

04/09/2015

How to Teach Abroad if You are a Non-native English Speaker

How to Teach Abroad if You are a Non-native English Speaker

We often get asked; 'I’m not a native English speaker, is it still possible to teach English abroad'? This is a common misconception, a lot of people think just because English isn't their first language that they won't get hired to work as an English teacher.

03/09/2015

5 Things to Consider before Moving to Scandinavia

5 Things to Consider before Moving to Scandinavia

Scandinavia: the mysterious North where people appear to live in harmony and prosperity - if only for the cost of a good summer.

01/09/2015