A Hungarian Revelation
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- Written by: Adelina Wong
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No one tells you how hard it is, to come back from living abroad and to integrate with everyone again.
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An Obruni Overseas
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- Written by: Michelle Stais
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Overcoming culture shock in Ghana.
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The TEFL Challenge
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- Written by: Allison Burney
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The truth about teaching English as a second language.
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TEFL Schedule
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- Written by: Willie J. Inman Jr.
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The average day in the life of a TEFL teacher.
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Encountering Language Barriers in Korea
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- Written by: Allison Burney
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My struggles have taught me more than just the importance of being patient, open-minded and understanding.
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The Call of Colombia
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- Written by: Jessica Brook
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After hitchiking through Colombia six years ago, Jessica returns; this time to lay some roots.
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Surviving Arrival in Ghana
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- Written by: Michelle Stais
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I arrived a couple days ago in Accra, Ghana—so far it exceeds my expectations.
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Should I Stay Or Should I Go?
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- Written by: Michelle Stais
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Michelle knows her family—including her teenage son—will be fine while she's in Ghana. So why is it so hard to leave?
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When Homesickness Strikes
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- Written by: Nadine Van Deuren
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Nadine discovers the ultimate cure for culture shock: bungee jumping.
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15 Things I Miss About India
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- Written by: Carly Vandergriendt
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After a year working abroad, Carly longs for the unexpected.
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5 Unique Skills Learned From Travel
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- Written by: Rudayna Bahubeshi
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Five skills that will change the way you travel and live your life at home.
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How to Prepare for a Semester Overseas
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- Written by: Hunar Chandhok
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After working in India, Hunar prepares for her next challenge: a semester in Singapore.
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The Humble Plant
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- Written by: Raine Blunk
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Raine makes an amazing discovery in a sweet potato farm over 25 kilometres from Siem Reap.
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Why I Decided to Intern in Brazil
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- Written by: Rob Small
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Asking "why" is the most important question before starting an internship abroad.
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Korean as a Second Language
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- Written by: Allison Burney
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Being unable to speak Korean has taught Allison that a language barrier can have some surprising effects—both negative and positive.
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Work Culture in Hungary
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- Written by: Adelina Wong
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Ever wonder what it'd be like to work in an Eastern European office?
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How to Celebrate the Holidays Away From Home
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- Written by: Adelina Wong
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The holidays are coming and you’re a couple thousand miles away from home with no chance of going home.
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Unpacking My Bags
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- Written by: Rudayna Bahubeshi
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After years spent overseas, Rudayna heads to the most unexpected destination—home.
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Obama's Visit to Cambodia
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- Written by: Raine Blunk
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Verge's newest "from the field" blogger reflects on Cambodia's broken silence.
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A Lesson in Korean Stereotypes
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- Written by: Allison Burney
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During her first month teaching ESL, Allison finds her first major challenge unexpected.
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