The Rise of the Right in Europe

The Rise of the Right in Europe

Living abroad doesn't mean escaping the big issues back home. 
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Robbie Burns & Me

Robbie Burns & Me

How living in Scotland has pushed me to re-examine my identity. 
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Packing List for the Jungle

Packing List for the Jungle

Seven essential items for surviving the tropics.
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Can I Be a Vegan in Madrid?

Can I Be a Vegan in Madrid?

The challenges of upholding a vegan lifestyle in a country that ranks second in Europe for meat consumption. 
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My Gap Year (or Two) in Israel

My Gap Year (or Two) in Israel

Israel isn't an easy place to live. Yet, I decided to stay. Here's why. 
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Choosing A Life Abroad Over Home Ownership

Choosing A Life Abroad Over Home Ownership

When society told me settle down, I booked a flight. Here’s why you could, too. 
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Preparing to Work Abroad in America? Pack Your Patience

Preparing to Work Abroad in America? Pack Your Patience

What you can expect if you're heading south of the 49th. 
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From the Field Blog: Editors’ Choice

From the Field Blog: Editors’ Choice

A round-up of Verge editorial staff’s favourite blog posts over the past few months: Ditching home-ownership for a life of travel; trading a soul-sucking job at home for work abroad; study abroad lessons that aren't strictly academic and how living in another country may shift your long-held sense of work-life balance.
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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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Exiting Expat Life

Exiting Expat Life

I knew there would be tears shed when I left home. What I didn't expect was the sadness that would accompany saying "so long" to expat life.   
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The “Right” Job: How to Trust your Gut and Escape the Ordinary

The “Right” Job: How to Trust your Gut and Escape the Ordinary

I landed a job immediately after graduation. So why wasn't I happy?
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The Power of Grassroots Exchange

The Power of Grassroots Exchange

What I have learned from exchange programs on Peace Boat. 
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Balancing Selflessness and Self as a Volunteer

Balancing Selflessness and Self as a Volunteer

Learning when to give to others and when to give back to yourself.
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Cash Pros and Money Woes in the UK

Cash Pros and Money Woes in the UK

How far can your finances stretch during your time abroad?
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Finalizing an Au Pair Contract

Finalizing an Au Pair Contract

What you should negotiate before heading overseas. 
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Living Well (Cheaply) in Switzerland

Living Well (Cheaply) in Switzerland

How well-being in Switzerland is more affordable than I thought.
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What Its Like to Study at an Italian University

What It's Like to Study at an Italian University

I thought I knew what to expect during my year abroad—but there are still surprises. 
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What to Expect at a Spanish University

What to Expect at a Spanish University

Sipping sangria at sunset? To survive, sometimes it's more like hitting the books before bedtime. 
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Weathering the Weather

Weathering the Weather

When it rains, it pours. 
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The Mindful Farm

The Mindful Farm

A farm in Thailand where food and mindfulness grow in abundance. 
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Working Like the Swiss

Working Like the Swiss

Trying out the Swiss approach to work-life balance.
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