How to Combat Homesickness

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Brad has been overseas for over a year. Here's his key to staying sane.
Lost in Prague

Lost in Prague

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My Prague adventure has finally begun. I’ve just gotten here but I already feel so at home.

Preparing to Volunteer in Colombia

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With only one week to departure, Nadine discovers that there's a problem with her flights.

Preparing to Teach English in Korea

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A recent grad’s growing passion for travel is about to lead her to the other side of the world to begin a new adventure.
Hungarian Name Days

Hungarian Name Days

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Adelina discovers what's in a name.

Right of Way: Driving in Japan

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Advice from an expat in Japan on navigating the roadways.

Why I Decided to Volunteer in Medellín, Colombia

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Nadine planned to go to Europe, but wound up in South America. Here's why.
Debunking Brazilian Myths

Debunking Brazilian Myths

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An intern's first week in Brazil.
Finding Love in Indonesia

Finding Love in Indonesia

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Noa volunteered in India hoping to find love. What she found, instead, was companionship.
3 Things I Did Right Overseas

3 Things I Did Right Overseas

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Living abroad can mean making lots of mistakes. Here are three things that Camaro did right.
Experiencing Vietnam as an Intern

Experiencing Vietnam as an Intern

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AIESEC intern Josh Yang navigates a country of a million motorbikes.
A Culture of Sharing

A Culture of Sharing

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In India, there's no such thing as an IOU.
Choosing My Cross-Cultural Battles

Choosing My Cross-Cultural Battles

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Living in any foreign country, I have always felt on guard, trying to ensure what I say and do never offends a local.

Bittersweet Goodbye to India

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As Hunar prepares to head home, she reflects on best practices for finding an internship abroad.

Sustainable Tourism in Central Asia

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A recent graduate explores developments in tourism in a nearly-forgotten part of Central Asia.
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.

Developing an International Internship Workplan

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How to hit the ground running in a developing country.
Dealing with Volunteer Abroad Challenges

Dealing with Volunteer Abroad Challenges

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Andrew reflects on the summer he spent volunteering in Guyana.
Travelling as a Local, Not a Tourist

Travelling as a Local, Not a Tourist

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For blogger Samantha, interacting with locals is the key to true cultural immersion.
How to Barter in India

How to Barter in India

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Carly shares her tips on bargaining  like an Indian for a fair price.

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