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I’m a macaron-loving, coffee-drinking, Swiss-American copywriter. Having grown up on both sides of the Atlantic, I’ve developed a penchant for all things chocolate and the perfect BBQ ribs. More than anything else, though, I love learning new languages and exploring new places.

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10 hidden gems in Rome
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Mention the Eternal City of Rome and most people already picture themselves on a glossy red vespa, whizzing past the Colosseum with wind in their hair...

Learn English with these 11 free podcasts
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We’re living in a digital era; at a time when everything from ordering groceries to learning new skills is highly accessible and convenient. This is e...

Finding the love of your life abroad – An EF love story
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With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, we thought we’d reveal one our favorite real-life love stories. Meet Rocio and Mauricio – two former EF s...

10 reasons to take a “smart vacation”
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If you’re a young professional in today’s fast-paced world, you know that work doesn’t stop at the office; cellphones continue to ring and emails cont...

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...

5 best bakeries in Paris and vocab you need to know
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Step inside a Parisian bakery, and you’ll experience a magical whirlwind of warm buttery croissants, colorful macarons, tangy lemon tarts, and delicat...

How to make a multilingual relationship work: 6 tips
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We all know there’s a ‘language of love’ – but what happens when love is spoken in different languages? Or, more precisely, what happens when two peop...

How to fit in in France: 8 dos & don’ts
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Ah, France – the home of crispy baguettes, delicious pastries and exquisite wine. France is all about enjoying the finer things in life, so it’s no su...

How to make the most of your American college experience
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“Man, I love college,” is a common refrain and not just a line in one of rapper Asher Roth’s most famous songs. And quite frankly, we’re not surprised...

Tandem language learning: an introduction
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Having a tandem partner is the best. And no, by “tandem partner” I’m not talking about two people who share a bike. I mean tandem language learning – ...

8 tips to ace your first week at a new job
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Starting a new job is just like the first day of school: you’re worried about what you’re wearing and whether you’ll make friends. Rest assured, that’...

10 things that only those who lived in the US understand
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From the towering skyscrapers of New York to the rolling hills of San Francisco, the United States will never cease to amaze. But besides all the famo...