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- By Tom Peacock
- Category: Volunteer Abroad
The 2004 tsunami that slammed South East Asia has all but disappeared from the headlines here, but in the year since a group of UBC students has been working quietly to help people in Aceh, Indonesia, rebuild their homes and lives.
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- By Dr. Mark Wise
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Key advice on how to prepare for—and avoid—a mental meltdown abroad.
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- By Rachelle Delaney
- Category: Work Abroad
Helpful hints on how to cope when you find yourself unexpectedly standing in front of a class that doesn't speak your language, but wants to.
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- By Tom Peacock
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This province of Indonesia felt the impact of the 2004 tsunami more than anywhere else on the planet. The good news? It has helped to wage peace in this war-torn region.
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- By Cheryl Dunkerton
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So you want to take your university studies abroad? Here are some resources to get you started.
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- By Cheryl Dunkerton
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Want to hit the road while still in school?
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- By Simon Worsfold
- Category: Budget Traveller
Are you doing the right thing or acting like a sucker? Some tips on how much to pay at the market.
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- By Dr. Mark Wise
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Ginger for motion sickness? Soybean to prevent insect bites? Some advice on treating your ailments naturally the next time you travel.
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- By Susan Griffith
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A year of travelling with purpose is a great way to get out of a work rut. Expert Susan Griffith offers tips to help you prepare for taking time off from your everyday life.
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