The Wrong Side of the Road

The "Wrong" Side of the Road

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It took three left-hand traffic countries for Roop to get used to the "wrong side of the road."

European Cheek Kissing Culture

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To kiss or not to kiss? That is the question.

Why I Loved Studying Abroad in a City That I Didn't Want to Study In

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It wasn't Jessica's top choice, but she found exactly what she was looking for in Antwerp.

I Conquered My Fear of Traveling as a Solo Female

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Overcoming the unknown as a solo female traveller.

10 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Moved to London

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An outsider's guide to working abroad in one of the world's greatest cities.
Crossed Cultures: 5 Tips for Avoiding Cultural Faux Pas

Crossed Cultures: 5 Tips for Avoiding Cultural Faux Pas

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Keep your hands on the straight-and-narrow and your feet out of your mouth.  
10 Ways to Overcome Reverse Culture Shock

10 Ways to Overcome Reverse Culture Shock

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Ways to ease the re-entry process.
5 Reasons Why Experiencing Culture Shock is Good for You

5 Reasons Why Experiencing Culture Shock is Good for You

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How to make the best of an overwhelming experience.
A Hungarian Revelation

A Hungarian Revelation

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No one tells you how hard it is, to come back from living abroad and to integrate with everyone again.
Travels For Kids

Travel's For Kids

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Is keeping the kids in school taking the buzz from your travel bug? It doesn’t have to.
Managing Reverse Culture Shock

Managing Reverse Culture Shock

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Clare determines that home isn't where the heart is; it's where the heart has been.
After the Honeymoon

After the Honeymoon

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After the thrill of being in a new country has worn off, how do you experience newsness abroad?
An Indian Love Affair

An Indian Love Affair

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Before I moved to India, the concept of arranged marriage in the 21st century was something that I just didn’t understand.
The Wild Cats of Sterlitamak, Russia

The Wild Cats of Sterlitamak, Russia

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As Katie discovers, monuments and tourist attractions are far from the heart of a city.
Jump into the sea of cars

Jump into the sea of cars

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For AIESEC intern Jackie, navigating the cultural divide in India was as easy as crossing the street.

Overcoming Travel Anxiety

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As AIESEC intern Genevieve prepares for her overseas placement, "helpful horror stories" aren't making her task any easier. 
DIY Dining in Havana

DIY Dining in Havana

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Havana travel blogger Conner Gorry shares her tips for throwing a dinner party in Cuba.
Welcome to Ghana, My Sister

Welcome to Ghana, My Sister

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An intern reflects on the advantages—and disadvantages—of people mistakenly believing that she's Ghanaian. 
Found in Translation: Au-pairing Abroad

Found in Translation: Au-pairing Abroad

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An adventure in au pairing leads to a first-hand look at French culture, translation mishaps and… knife fishing?
The Travellers Parasite

The Traveller's Parasite

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They're everywhere, often difficult to detect until it's too late, but when they strike, you'll know you've been had.

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