Safe Passage

Safe Passage

Risk Managers' top tips for staying healthy, happy and safe while studying abroad.
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    Risk Managers' top tips for staying healthy, happy and safe while studying abroad.

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Con Voyage

Con Voyage

How to avoid scams, keep your cash—and still have fun.
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    How to avoid scams, keep your cash - and still have fun.

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Parenting on an Adult Gap Year

Parenting on an "Adult Gap Year"

Parenting abroad and across the ocean requires strong family communication.
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Selective Vaccinations: Staying Healthy Off the Beaten Path

Selective Vaccinations: Staying Healthy Off the Beaten Path

Which shots do you really need? It depends not only on where you're going, but also what you'll be doing there. Part two of a two-part series.
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How Expats View Germanys Rules

How Expats View Germany's Rules

Immigrants from around the world share their impressions about life in Germany.    
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6 Steps to a Weekend Excursion

6 Steps to a Weekend Excursion

Everyone takes a weekend trip while studying abroad, but where do you start?
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Good Manners are Universal

Good Manners are Universal

A German language course turns out to be much more than just a bilingual learning experience.
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What to Expect from a Semester in Hong Kong

What to Expect from a Semester in Hong Kong

Why you should study abroad in Asia's World City.
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5 Ways to Travel Like a Local

5 Ways to Travel Like a Local

Tourist guidebooks and websites aren’t the best way to learn about a destination. Try these tips instead.
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Where Should I Study Abroad?

Where Should I Study Abroad?

The success of your semester overseas is about far more than just your destination. Returned student Meghan explains.  
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Cultural Differences: From England to Italy

Cultural Differences: From England to Italy

Three cultural differences one study abroad student notices during her time in Bologna. 
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The Best Part of Long-Term Study Abroad

The Best Part of Long-Term Study Abroad

After winter holidays at home, Emily dreads going back to Amsterdam—but returns to a pleasant surprise. 
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Making the Airport a Breeze

Making the Airport a Breeze

Tips to turn your time in transit into a success.
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Vaccine Tips For Budget Travellers

Vaccine Tips For Budget Travellers

Travel vaccines can cost a bundle. Asking these questions could save you some money. Part one of a two-part series.
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8 Packing Tips for the Return Trip

8 Packing Tips for the Return Trip

Packing up to go home is harder than it sounds. Here's how to make it easier. 
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What I Hope to Learn From Studying Abroad

What I Hope to Learn From Studying Abroad

Why Abigail is setting off into the unknown this semester.
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I Went to Africa and I Didnt Help

I Went to Africa and I Didn't Help

Tips for reflecting on your role as a traveller in developing countries.
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7 Reasons to Study Abroad in Amsterdam

7 Reasons to Study Abroad in Amsterdam

Why Amsterdam is the ideal student exchange city.
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How to Talk About a Disappointing Experience Abroad

How to Talk About a Disappointing Experience Abroad

How do you share the emotions surrounding a trip didn't live up to your expectations—without offending others? 
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How Dangerous is Delhi?

How Dangerous is Delhi?

Is it safe for women to study abroad in India? Perceptions can differ widely from reality.
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