How I Found the Best Study Abroad Housing

How I Found the Best Study Abroad Housing

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Hints: Start early and don't forget to read the fine print.
A Labour of Love

A Labour of Love

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Em explains why she decided to study midwifery in Bali—and how it's given birth to new perspectives.
Barriers to Learning Languages Abroad

Barriers to Learning Languages Abroad

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Putting classroom lessons into a real-life context isn't always easy. 
In Case of Emergency

In Case of Emergency

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Ask these questions before buying travel insurance.
5 Challenges of Studying Abroad

5 Challenges of Studying Abroad

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When it comes to a semester overseas, forget midterm exams. The real tests happen outside the classroom.  
Making the Difficult Decision to Study Abroad

Making the Difficult Decision to Study Abroad

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When a pros and cons list doesn't work, Sophie goes with her gut.
Dont Go Chasing Waterfalls

Don't Go Chasing Waterfalls

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Mapping the path to Japan's picturesque Kakizore Gorge.
How to Explore Oslo on a Student Budget

How to Explore Oslo on a Student Budget

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All it takes is a little research and some cost-cutting techniques for fun-filled weekend in Norway's capital.
A First-Timers Guide to Beating Culture Shock

A First-Timer's Guide to Beating Culture Shock

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Four easy steps to battling homesickness before it happens.
Going Dutch: Getting Used to the Culture of the Netherlands

Going Dutch: Getting Used to the Culture of the Netherlands

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The top three differences that one study abroad student notices about Amsterdam.
The Importance of Self-Care While Volunteering Abroad

The Importance of Self-Care While Volunteering Abroad

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Taking time out from helping others to help yourself. 
The Dos and Don’ts of Oktoberfest

The Dos and Don’ts of Oktoberfest

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A comprehensive guide to surviving a weekend at Germany’s most famous beer festival.
American University vs. Swedish University

American University vs. Swedish University

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Lyndsay compares her post-secondary institution at home with her Swedish school.
Commuting Nairobi Style

Commuting Nairobi Style

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Matatus, boda bodas and a whole lot of crazy; dealing with local transport in Kenya.
Study Abroad: Why Do It?

Study Abroad: Why Do It?

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A UK student explains her decision to study abroad in the Netherlands.
Getting to Know Your Fellow Volunteers

Getting to Know Your Fellow Volunteers

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Emily discovers that not all volunteer abroad programs are built the same.
Sniffles in Sweden

Sniffles in Sweden

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Getting sick in a foreign country is a traveller's worst nightmare. 
Nairobis Ultimate Thrift Shop

Nairobi's Ultimate Thrift Shop

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How to bargain for the best deals at Kenya's Toi Market.
An Education in Swedish Food

An Education in Swedish Food

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Lyndsay decides to study abroad in Sweden to learn about food, customs and culture.
How Dangerous is Delhi?

How Dangerous is Delhi?

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    Is it safe for women to study abroad in India? Perceptions can differ widely from reality.

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Is it safe for women to study abroad in India? Perceptions can differ widely from reality.

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