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9 books that will inspire you to travel the world
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“That’s the thing about books. They let you travel without moving your feet.” – Jhumpa LahiriReading is the door, the key, and the welcome mat to a wh...

Where to stay when you’re away: hotel or Airbnb?
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The plane touches down after a long flight. You stretch your legs, rub your eyes and peak out the window to get a glimpse of the surroundings. Shuffli...

How to find the perfect travel buddy: a checklist
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Picture this: you’re studying abroad or have just moved to a new city (or even country) for school or work. You’re super excited to explore your new s...

6 cities you need to see in 2017
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We are well into 2017 and while you have probably abandoned your weight loss aspirations (I know I have), you can still focus on improving yourself th...

4 essential road trips in Southern California
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You’re finally in Southern California – the waves are gorgeous, the sun is always out and you’re basically living in your shorts and sandals. If the s...

10 best hidden gems in Brighton: From coffee to comedy
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Brighton is quirky, cool and chock-full of hidden gems that give this seaside city its undeniable charm. Although I’m a little hesitant to share my to...

10 reasons to love London
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There are a million and one reasons to love London. Here are my top 10 reasons for why you should jump on the next flight to this cooler-than-cool cap...

5 things we’d rather be doing this Valentine’s Day
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Whether you’re single or in a relationship, Valentine’s Day can be a seriously stressful event. Should you buy your partner flowers or chocolates? Wil...

How to make a long-distance relationship work: 11 tips
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Falling in love (in this case with a person, not a place) can be one of the many awesome side effects of traveling and studying abroad. But after comi...

A gem of a city: San Francisco infographic
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San Francisco may not be a hidden gem anymore, but it’s a gem of a city nonetheless. America’s capital of all things hip (and hippy) is easygoing, fun...

10 places truly worthy of the #nofilter caption
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Ah, the mighty hashtag! For those that have been living under a rock for the past five years (or just don’t use the Internet all that much), a “#” is ...

The ultimate gift guide for travelers
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No matter if you need gifts for the holiday season, a birthday, or just because – our blogging travel experts have put together the perfect gift guide...