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15 articles
The origins of Easter and other mysteries
4 min read 4 min

Easter? What kind of name is that? Rabbits? Why rabbits? Why colorful dyed eggs? There is simply too much that remains unexplained about the celebrati...

8 festive books to help you learn English
6 min read 6 min

This holiday season, what better way to get into the Christmas spirit (and improve your English vocabulary skills) than by reading some festive novels...

5 TikTok accounts to follow for travel inspo
2 min read 2 min

When it comes to travel content online, there's no shortage of incredible inspiration on TikTok, where travel gurus invite their followers to join...

8 must-see musicals in London
5 min read 5 min

Whether you’re planning to study in London or fancy a getaway to the iconic capital, going out to a West End show should be top of your to-do list. Lo...

10 hidden gems in Munich
4 min read 4 min

The German city of Munich may be best known for beer-tents, pretzels and traditional ‘’lederhosen,” but the city has far more to offer than just its a...

The 8 best spring traditions around the world
5 min read 5 min

As spring surfaces to drive out the last gloomy traces of winter, we can finally start to look forward to sunnier days. Part of the beauty of spring’s...

Overcoming Culture Shock in South Korea
6 min read 6 min

Traveling to another city, state, or even another country can give you a nice dose of culture shock if it is anything different from what you are used...

The best Chinese New Year celebrations (outside of China)
4 min read 4 min

It’s Chinese New Year again – and what better way to celebrate than joining in the lunar fun in the world’s most fascinating cities? Chinatowns the pl...

The 5 top fashion mistakes to avoid when traveling
4 min read 4 min

When planning for your travels, it can be a challenge to decide what to pack. Questions like what do people wear when it snows? When will I need comfo...

8 places you absolutely, positively must visit in Berlin
3 min read 3 min

We asked our students in Berlin for their must-visit places in this bustling, fresh city, and this is what they told us. In no particular order…1. The...

5 reasons to give your kids opportunities you never had
4 min read 4 min

We know how much you adore watching your child grow, change, learn, and develop their own opinions. But you may also feel a little nervous about seein...

5 best bakeries in Paris and vocab you need to know
3 min read 3 min

Step inside a Parisian bakery, and you’ll experience a magical whirlwind of warm buttery croissants, colorful macarons, tangy lemon tarts, and delicat...