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The #trashtag challenge around the world – and how we contributed
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The #trashtag challenge started as a simple call to action. It asked people all over the world to mobilize for the environment, find a local area that...

Why learn English in South Africa
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Set on studying English abroad, but still wondering where to go? South Africa may be not on the top your list – but it should be. A land of lush lands...

10 reasons why studying a language abroad is better than at home
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It’s one thing to learn the theory of a language and study vocab from a textbook at home, but it’s an entirely different thing to study abroad and spe...

5 types of people you’ll meet on a plane – and how to get along with them all
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They say it’s about the journey, not the destination, but anyone who’s ever been on a long-haul plane may have a few qualms with this age-old adage. F...

10 reasons to love Nice
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Often overshadowed by Monaco’s elegance and St. Tropez’s glamour, Nice is due more credit than it is given. From pristine beaches dotted with striped ...

Top Instagram captions for New York
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New York, the city that never sleeps – and where you won’t have much time to sleep either. From spending your days cycling around Central Park and sho...

Why learn English in Australia
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Australia. Even its name evokes wanderlust. Almost everyone knows someone who’s traveled to or studied in Australia, and is only too ready to give the...

4 practical tips for travelers with limited mobility
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Traveling is one of the most enriching experiences a person can have. It brings you outside of your routine, introduces you to new flavors, and genera...

How to cheek-kiss – a quick guide
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The cheek-kiss dilemma is one you’re likely to encounter at some point in your life, especially if you travel or spend time abroad. It’s hard enough t...

Top Instagram captions for Paris
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Paris is a city for promenading along boulevards, sipping coffee, people-watching, eating endless macarons and generally pretending that you are in a ...

It’s time to put that phone down and experience the world
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It’s easy to see why we’ve all become so obsessed with our phones. They’re incredible devices that give us instant access to the world and to all our ...

Top travel destinations 2019: 10 places to visit this year
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Making travel plans for the year ahead is one of the best ways to stay motivated and inspired. We’ve drafted a list of the top travel destinations in ...