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10 summer destinations for foodies
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Summer is almost here, and that means it’s time to start planning your summer getaway! If your life motto is ‘will travel for food’ you need to check ...

Paris like a Parisian: 9 insider tips for summer
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Every season in Paris has its appeal and summer is no exception. The summer months are a great time to study in Paris, explore the Parisian outdoors a...

Gap year guide to Europe
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A gap year can come in a variety of destinations and itineraries: Learning a language, getting international experience, or exploring the world one co...

9 reasons why English rules
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Go anywhere in the world and you’ll find someone who speaks English. Today, learning English has become essential for communication and access to oppo...

From colazione to dolce: How to eat like Italians eat
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The following article was inspired by Rebecca who studied Italian at EF Rome. With her permission, we adapted one of her blog posts about eating in It...

5 reasons to learn Italian
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It’s tough to argue with the fact that Italian is a beautiful and useful language. I’m not only saying that because I’m Italian, but because it’s the ...

10 international films to help you learn a language
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Watching movies in a foreign language often requires a little more concentration than usual, particularly if you’re new to the language. It’s worth it...

5 cities that care about the environment
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Spinning through April towards us is Earth Day. Held annually on the 22nd of this month, it’s an important day on which to celebrate our planet but al...

8 fun Easter traditions from around the world
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Easter is way more than some days off to binge on chocolate bunnies and candy eggs: It’s an important religious holiday that comes with all kinds of t...

6 magical spring destinations for your travel bucket list
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After all the holiday hibernation and mornings covered in snow, spring is the perfect time to venture out into the world and discover everything that’...

10 things you need to know about St. Patrick’s Day
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On March 17, everyone’s a little Irish. Even though St. Patrick’s Day is only a public holiday in a handful of places – the Republic of Ireland, North...

Backpacking vs. a language course abroad: which is a better gap year?
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Travel may be one of the greatest things you can do with your time on this Earth. It opens your eyes to new cultures, exposes you to fantastic new cit...