The Shock of Returning to American Life

The Shock of Returning to American Life

After two years abroad, going home wasn't what I expected.
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Travel as Radical Self-Love

Travel as Radical Self-Love

Travel is getting to know ourselves in ways that just aren't possible otherwise.
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The Big Lap: 6 Tips for the Ultimate Australian Road Trip

The Big Lap: 6 Tips for the Ultimate Australian Road Trip

Hitting the road in Australia? Save time and money with these tips.
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Life Down Under (and Why It’s Not For Me)

Life Down Under (and Why It’s Not For Me)

What happens when a work abroad dream clashes with reality? 
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Living By a Ticking Clock

Living By a Ticking Clock

How I came to terms with my time left abroad.
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The Challenges of Teaching in a Khmer Classroom

The Challenges of Teaching in a Khmer Classroom

How I turned from a late-night bartender into an early-morning teacher. 
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Teaching English in South Korea: Navigating the Visa Crackdown

Teaching English in South Korea: Navigating the Visa Crackdown

Following recent immigration raids in Seoul, EFL teachers need to know the rules of employment. 
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Get TEFL/TESOL Certified and Teach English Around the World!

Get TEFL/TESOL Certified and Teach English Around the World!

Internationally accredited courses and lifetime job assistance after you graduate let you explore the world teaching English.
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Am I Contributing to Overtourism?

Am I Contributing to Overtourism?

Working abroad brings opportunity, but what is the impact of our travel? 
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The Secret to Thriving in Australia’s Outback

The Secret to Thriving in Australia’s Outback

The sparse, apocalyptic desert landscape of Coober Pedy lies a very long way away from well, anywhere. 
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Understanding the Meaning of Fernweh

Understanding the Meaning of "Fernweh"

What happens when travel isn't just a want, but a need?
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What to Expect When You Move to Mexico

What to Expect When You Move to Mexico

Five cultural difference that I've encountered. 
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What I Learned Running Across the Desert

What I Learned Running Across the Desert

How a marathon provided a deeper understanding about my host community. 
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Work in the Swiss Alps as a Ski Instructor

Work in the Swiss Alps as a Ski Instructor

If you enjoy working with children, join a team of international staff for an incredibly rewarding experience in a beautiful Swiss mountain resort.
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The Solo Festive Season

The Solo Festive Season

Honouring Ramadan and celebrating Eid without family. How hard can it be?
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How I Became a Working Holiday Visa Addict

How I Became a Working Holiday Visa Addict

One working holiday down, countless to go. 
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Is There a Right Age to Teach Abroad?

Is There a "Right" Age to Teach Abroad?

TEFL is often considered a young person's pursuit. Here's why that should change. 
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How I Ended Up in Australias Outback

How I Ended Up in Australia's Outback

Accepting the job was one thing, getting to Coober Pedy was another. 
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The Identity Crisis: How Travel Changes You

The Identity Crisis: How Travel Changes You

As a traveller returning home, you have to learn how to balance your past with your present. 
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