Ridesharing For the Win

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After a travel booking error, Susan searches for a way to get back to her classes on time.

A Whole New World in Brazil

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Working abroad is far from a solo experience.
Accepting a Turkish Way of Life

Accepting a Turkish Way of Life

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How to let go of "normal."
First Impressions of Bordeaux, France

First Impressions of Bordeaux, France

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Tips for surviving study abroad in France.
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.
5 Things to Know About Studying in Melbourne

5 Things to Know About Studying in Melbourne

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The advantages—and disadvantages—of ditching Canadian winter for an Australian summer.
That Awkward Moment When Your Ex Tells You Hes Getting an Arranged Marriage

That Awkward Moment When Your Ex Tells You He's Getting an Arranged Marriage

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Is falling in love the greatest risk of travel?
Canadians and Ghanaians – Kindred Spirits?

Canadians and Ghanaians – Kindred Spirits?

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They may be a world apart, but Leigh is having no trouble finding similarities between Ghanaian and Canadian culture.

Finding a New Home in Hong Kong

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I never imagined I’d be living in one of the largest financial hubs of the world.
How I Conquered My Fear of Fish in Thailand

How I Conquered My Fear of Fish in Thailand

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When it comes to studying abroad, learning doesn't just happen in the classroom. Sometimes, the best lessons are learned underwater.
Singlish for Beginners

Singlish for Beginners

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The quirkiest language isn't a language at all.
Mashin It Up in Guyana

Mashin' It Up in Guyana

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The perfect way to celebrate a job well done.
How to Find a TEFL Job in Japan

How to Find a TEFL Job in Japan

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An experienced TEFL teacher in Japan explains how he landed his dream job.

The New Zealand Bucket List

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The ultimate study abroad excursions in New Zealand.
Homestay Living: The Good, The Bad and the Truth

Homestay Living: The Good, The Bad and the Truth

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Living with a host family offers unexpected cultural immersion—and challenges.
How to Find Friends Abroad

How to Find Friends Abroad

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Four ways for newly minted expats to establish a social life overseas.
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.
Making Friends with Danes

Making Friends with Danes

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As her semester abroad in Denmark comes to an end, Roop wonders why she only made friends with three Danes.
An Obruni Overseas

An Obruni Overseas

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Overcoming culture shock in Ghana.
The TEFL Challenge

The TEFL Challenge

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The truth about teaching English as a second language.

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