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10 things to know on your first day of studying abroad
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If you’re reading this while preparing for your next adventure abroad, or if you are already in a far-flung corner of the globe, keep in mind: it’s to...

Regenerative travel: How to give back when you’re studying abroad
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You get so much out of a study abroad trip: learning a new language, discovering a new country, eating delicious food, making lifelong friends, and ha...

The ultimate summer guide to Brighton
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When the sun is shining, there’s only one place that Brits want to be: by the sea! Since the 1800s, Brighton has been one of England’s top beach desti...

The ultimate summer guide to New York
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They call it ‘The City That Never Sleeps’ and, with an endless list of things to do, restaurants to try, parks to sit in and events to attend, you rea...

5 things to do in Tokyo on a budget
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Embarking on a budget-friendly adventure in Tokyo doesn't mean you need to miss out. Whether you're just visiting or studying abroad in Tokyo,...

13 LGBTQIA+-friendly cities to explore this summer
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Happy Pride! With June being a month dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community, we want to highlight some of the best cities aro...

5 fun ways to start preparing for your summer trip today
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The balmy evenings, faint scent of sun cream and long, sunny days: summer is finally upon us. With sunshine and new surroundings on the brain, it’s ha...

Reverse culture shock: How to settle in back home after traveling
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Spending time abroad is transformative, and the journey is punctuated with new experiences, people, and customs. With that, can sometimes come culture...

The ultimate summer guide to Sydney
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Aussies sure know how to make the most of their world-class summer weather, and Sydney is a hotbed for great food, world-class surf, and unbeatable go...

10 best student spots in London: From food to music
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From the best cheap-eats to the coolest art or music venues, we’ve scoured London in search of the places that every student should add to their bucke...

Here’s how you can boost your happiness
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Happiness doesn’t just feel good, it also does good for us. Being happy can lower our blood pressure and risk of health problems, help us become more ...

How to survive final exams: 5 tips
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You have devoted hours, days and weeks to participating in classes and soaking up every word of wisdom your teachers and professors have shared in cla...