travel abroad

Tips To Make Your Hostel as Comfortable as Possible

They are a great way to save money while traveling, but there are a few etiquette and safety rules you should know before you check in.…

August 25, 2022

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Students on Burnout, Friends and Independence While Studying Abroad

Grace Hemcher, The University of Pittsburgh

It is an enriching experience for any student. A few students share how important it is to understand the tolls that come with it.…

June 20, 2022

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How To Save Money for Travel as a College Student

Amandine Shadia, The University of Arizona Global Campus

The lure of other locales is inescapable, but going there isn't cheap. Here's how to find the funds required to go sightseeing somewhere new.…

June 4, 2022

Illustration of Europe and Paris Syndrome.

Paris Syndrome and Why Europe’s Beauty Lives Mostly in Our Heads

Isabella Savides, University of Pretoria

While we are accustomed to viewing the idealized continent through rose-colored glasses, many tourists leave feeling less than content.…

November 18, 2021

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Tips for Traveling Abroad on a Budget

Daniel Reed

Leaving the country doesn't have to be expensive. Make a plan and your wallet will thank you.…

June 18, 2021

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Here’s Why Kosovo Should Be Your Next European Vacation

Drew Goretzka, Michigan State University

Having freshly gained its independence, the country is bustling with life, beauty and culture, and has so much to offer for the curious traveler.…

April 26, 2021

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How To Pick the Perfect Gift for Your Host Family When You’re Studying Abroad

Beth Jordan, Aquinas College

You never get a second chance to make a first impression — especially when it comes to wooing the members of your new home away from home. Here are some ideas that are sure to…

February 14, 2021

Damon Dominique Describes Culture Shock in His Home Country

Haven Worley, University of Rochester

As people are exposed to different cultures via social media, the travel YouTuber believes that culture shock may no longer be about another country, but your own.…

December 3, 2020