The Benefits of Learning a New Language

The Benefits of Learning a New Language

Speaking the local language can pay off in a big way. Here's how. 
Finding My True Identity Abroad

Finding My True Identity Abroad

Audrey seeks out her Basque heritage in Spain, and finds what was missing all along. 
That Time I Thought Id Die In China

That Time I Thought I'd Die In China

Everyone dies. Five months after landing in China, I was certain my time had come.
The Circle of Healing

The Circle of Healing

A program aimed at providing assistance to female survivors of violence is launched in Copán, Honduras.
Planes, Trains and Tuk-tuks

Planes, Trains and Tuk-tuks

Five lessons learned from taking public transport abroad. 
Home Amidst the Ruins

Home Amidst the Ruins

Daniel begins his placement and learns how mining affects indigenous people.
Loss Across Oceans

Loss Across Oceans

Dealing with the passing of a loved one from half a world away is hard, but it can be done. 
Mangrove Matters

Mangrove Matters

From the classroom to the mangrove forest, Emma's year in Thailand is taking an interesting turn.
Moving Abroad With Your Partner? Read This First.

Moving Abroad With Your Partner? Read This First.

No travelling couple is immune to these four firestarters. 
Descending on Honduras

Descending on Honduras

As Daniel starts his volunteer placement, he begins to question his role. 
Entertaining Visitors Abroad

Entertaining Visitors Abroad

You may have met your "study abroad" friends overseas. But how does that play out when they come to visit?
A Language Litany

A Language Litany

Finding bathrooms and making small talk—all part of picking up Survival Chinese (or, in my case, making a fool of myself).
#JustAddZebras

#JustAddZebras

Volunteering doesn't have to stop with your official placement. Earn those stripes. 
A Year of Teaching in Thailand

A Year of Teaching in Thailand

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

What I once thought was necessary—and why I'm questioning if I'll need them when I return home.
Tips for First-Time Solo Travellers

Tips for First-Time Solo Travellers

Three ways to prepare before setting off.

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