That Time I Thought Id Die In China

That Time I Thought I'd Die In China

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Everyone dies. Five months after landing in China, I was certain my time had come.
From Concrete Jungle to Tropical Rainforest

From Concrete Jungle to Tropical Rainforest

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How I realized my dream of taking an adult gap year. 
The Top 7 Asian Countries to Teach English

The Top 7 Asian Countries to Teach English

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An unofficial ranking systems of the best places to teach English in Asia.
Teaching English Abroad: 6 Considerations For Choosing a TEFL Certification

Teaching English Abroad: 6 Considerations For Choosing a TEFL Certification

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    Having a TEFL certification can mean better schools, better pay, and may even be required for a work visa. But which kind of course should you choose?

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Having a TEFL certification can mean better schools, better pay, and may even be required for a work visa. But which kind of course should you choose?
How to Teach English Abroad in Italy

How to Teach English Abroad in Italy

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English teaching opportunities abound in the land of la dolce vita.
A Year of Teaching in Thailand

A Year of Teaching in Thailand

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As Nicole packs her bags for Taiwan, she reflects on what she's learned in the last year.
Four Things I’ve Learned to Live Without in Spain

Four Things I’ve Learned to Live Without in Spain

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What I once thought was necessary—and why I'm questioning if I'll need them when I return home.
Why Im Moving to Taiwan

Why I'm Moving to Taiwan

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Nicole finds "purpose" in her latest journey. 
A Glimpse of Dalian, China

A Glimpse of Dalian, China

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An average commute home, complete with perfumed sausage and potato pocket warmers.
Learning to Embrace a New Work-Life Balance Abroad

Learning to Embrace a New Work-Life Balance Abroad

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Getting used to a Spanish schedule was a struggle, until I decided to let go.
Getting Thai’d Up: Lessons in Giving

Getting Thai’d Up: Lessons in Giving

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Struggling with individuality in a collective society. 
Is it Better to Travel Alone or as a Couple?

Is it Better to Travel Alone or as a Couple?

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Breaking down the successes and challenges of living abroad as a duo.
4 Myths About Teaching EFL in Thailand

4 Myths About Teaching EFL in Thailand

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These misconceptions about teaching abroad deserve to be busted.
A One-Way Ticket to Success

A One-Way Ticket to Success

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Why Chris ditched the rungs of the corporate ladder for a life abroad.
Life Inside a Thai Fishbowl

Life Inside a Thai Fishbowl

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As a new EFL teacher in Thailand, Emma struggles to embrace her sudden celebrity status.
Is Teaching Abroad For You?

Is Teaching Abroad For You?

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Common challenges that you'll encounter as an EFL teacher.
Making An Impact By Sharing Across Cultures

Making An Impact By Sharing Across Cultures

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When your purpose to teach abroad is to make a positive impact, you will do wonders.
A Tale of Two TESL Experiences

A Tale of Two TESL Experiences

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The differences between teaching English in the Middle East and China.
7 Tips for New EFL Teachers in Thailand

7 Tips for New EFL Teachers in Thailand

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Tried and tested advice for teaching abroad in the Land of Smiles.
Why Do We Get Travel Tattoos?

Why Do We Get Travel Tattoos?

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Living abroad teaches us to accept that (almost) nothing lasts forever.

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