In Defence of the Tour Bus Tour

In Defence of the Tour Bus Tour

Three reasons not to turn your nose up at the path well trodden.
My First Day in Beijing

My First Day in Beijing

It was a crazy day on the other side of the world.
Coming Back From Exchange: The Good, The Bad and Everything In-between

Coming Back From Exchange: The Good, The Bad and Everything In-between

Returning to Montreal from my exchange in Germany has meant excitement, anxiety and readjustment. 
Using Small Steps to Hit Goals While Travelling

Using Small Steps to Hit Goals While Travelling

Nomadic life makes traditional goal-setting difficult. Here's my five-step method for staying on track 
Home Away from Home

Home Away from Home

It's difficult to find the words to sum up my time in Dumfries. 
Hope and Hopelessness in Copán

Hope and Hopelessness in Copán

Shortly after my return to Copán, one of my dear local friends and colleagues was murdered in cold blood. 
The Paradox of Choice

The Paradox of Choice

Faced with too many options, I've decided to run towards myself instead. 
10 Things I Wish I Knew Before My U.S. Internship

10 Things I Wish I Knew Before My U.S. Internship

What to consider before accepting a United States-based internship.
From Britain to Beijing

From Britain to Beijing

Here's why I decided to move to China—and what scares me most. 
Switzerland by the Seasons

Switzerland by the Seasons

Two years into living in Switzerland, I'm still out of sync with everyone else.
My Biggest Regret & Best Takeaway From My Study Exchange

My Biggest Regret & Best Takeaway From My Study Exchange

What I regret and what I appreciate most about studying abroad. 
Changing Travel Plans is Not Failing

Changing Travel Plans is Not Failing

We planned to spend two years abroad. Now, we have a new plan and we’re better off for it.
Reality Check: Working Abroad in Japan

Reality Check: Working Abroad in Japan

Is Japanese work culture as intense as the media portrays?
4 Tips for Making the Most of Your Year Abroad

4 Tips for Making the Most of Your Year Abroad

After a year abroad, I'm ready to share my advice for working and studying overseas.
6 Ways That Volunteering Abroad Transforms Your Resume

6 Ways That Volunteering Abroad Transforms Your Resume

How to communicate your volunteer abroad experience to employers. 
Day in the Life: A National Security Language Initiative Student

Day in the Life: A National Security Language Initiative Student

A glimpse into what life looks like studying Mandarin in Taiwan. 

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