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10 things no one tells you about tipping in the US
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Visitors to the US are often baffled by our tipping culture. It’s true – it’s a wild monkey you have to learn to tango with.You tip a lot of people in...

6 Valentine’s traditions from around the world that we love
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Ah, romance. Nothing gets the heart fluttering like candlelight, flowers and the sound of sweet nothings. We love it so much we have a day dedicated t...

Why study English in London?
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Thinking of studying, working or just living in London? My advice: go for it. London has so many fantastic things to offer, from breathtaking cityscap...

The 10 most popular GO articles you should have read in 2021
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‘Tis the season to look back over the last year with nostalgia. The lows, the highs and – of course – some of our favorite GO Blog posts from 2021.We ...

12 best Christmas songs from around the world
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All I want for Christmas is… carols! The holidays are not only the perfect occasion to spend time with loved ones while eating your weight in cookies,...

10 things you should know before moving to Seoul
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Whether you’re drawn in by technology, culture, or by a desire to learn the language, you’ll not be the first expat who has been enchanted by Korea’s ...

13 strange and thrilling facts about Halloween
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Get your adrenaline pumping in a haunted house, carve pumpkins by the bonfire, and eat your yearly allotment of candy in one sitting. It’s easy to see...

10 hidden gems in Vancouver
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Yes, you can hike, ski and set sail to see a local pod of orca whales – everyone knows what Vancouver is famous for!Instead of joining the crowds, her...

How to survive in New York: 5 essential tips
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The hustle and bustle combined with the fairytale magic of New York is what makes it a dream destination for many people. However, once you touch down...

10 reasons to love New York
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The definition of a bustling metropolis, New York City charms the masses with its dynamic and eclectic character, its diversity and its never-ending o...

10 hidden gems in London
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Oh, there is so much more to see in London than Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and the Thames. Yes, we have some of England’s most iconic historic buildin...

10 reasons to love Barcelona
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Hands up whose heart beats for Barcelona (or will, once they get there). On this magic Earth of ours there are cities that have “that little something...