How to Prevent a Putzi Fly Infection While Travelling in Africa

How to Prevent a Putzi Fly Infection While Travelling in Africa

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Crocodiles and hippos are dangerous, but these guys can really get under your skin.
Day in the Life: A National Security Language Initiative Student

Day in the Life: A National Security Language Initiative Student

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A glimpse into what life looks like studying Mandarin in Taiwan. 
Perspiration: Adjusting to Life in Taiwan

Perspiration: Adjusting to Life in Taiwan

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My first week abroad was marked by a lot of sweat. 
How I Got Past the Language Learning Plateau

How I Got Past the Language Learning Plateau

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My German was slow to improve in Munich. Here's why.
Unlocking Taiwan With Music

Unlocking Taiwan With Music

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How Chinese pop hits have taught me cultural lessons no textbook ever can.
Germany: Where Extracurriculars Are Harder & Classes Easier

Germany: Where Extracurriculars Are Harder & Classes Easier

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A Canadian and Colombian reflect on the differences studying abroad.  
What to Expect From Reverse Culture Shock

What to Expect From Reverse Culture Shock

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How can you settle back into a place that should feel familiar, but no longer feels like home?
3 Things to Expect from Dating Long-Distance

3 Things to Expect from Dating Long-Distance

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If you're studying abroad while your partner stays home, get ready for these challenges.  
Finding a Sense of Belonging Abroad

Finding a Sense of Belonging Abroad

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What happens when the novelty wears off?
What It’s Like Trying to Find a Room in Munich (and How Not to Get Scammed)

What It’s Like Trying to Find a Room in Munich (and How Not to Get Scammed)

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How not to get taken advantage of in a city that's in the midst of a housing crisis. 
International Conference Travel

International Conference Travel

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For academics, scholars and researchers, travelling to international conferences means sharing ideas, accessing new resources and expertise and, of course, eating free pastries.
From the Field Blog: Editors’ Choice

From the Field Blog: Editors’ Choice

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    From the Field Blog: Editors's Choice

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    A round-up of Verge editorial staff's favourite blog posts over the past few months.

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A round-up of our favourite blog posts over the past couple of months: How work abroad allows you to create a new reality. 
From the Field Blog: Editors’ Choice

From the Field Blog: Editors’ Choice

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    From the Field Blog: Editors's Choice

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    A round-up of Verge editorial staff's favourite blog posts over the past few months.

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A round-up of our favourite blog posts over the past couple of months: Dog-sitting in Switzerland; being an outsider in Spain; studying abroad is no holiday; seasoned travellers experience culture shock too.
Rushing to Russia

Rushing to Russia

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At 16, I found the perfect study abroad program. There was just one thing standing in my way: My mom. 
I Thought I Was Immune to Culture Shock. I Was Wrong.

I Thought I Was Immune to Culture Shock. I Was Wrong.

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My culture shock took so long, I didn’t notice that it was happening.
Munichs Vibrant Underground Culture

Munich's Vibrant Underground Culture

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Munich is no Berlin, but alternative culture still thrives here. 
Are You Living Abroad Like the Locals, or Displacing Them?

Are You Living Abroad Like the Locals, or Displacing Them?

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In cities around the world, exploding tourism and expat cash are driving prices up, and locals out.
Study Abroads Biggest Secret

Study Abroad's Biggest Secret

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Terms papers, exams and stress still exist overseas.   
Ayahuasca Tourism: Shamans, Charlatans and Thousand-dollar Retreats

Ayahuasca Tourism: Shamans, Charlatans and Thousand-dollar Retreats

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Whether it's a quest for self-awareness, a cure for mental maladies or just the next big high, travellers are turning a traditional Amazonian healing ceremony into a multi-million dollar industry.
France, According to a Frenchman

France, According to a Frenchman

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A chance encounter changes my perspective—and reminds me why I'm studying abroad. 

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