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Foodie guide to San Diego: 10 unmissable spots
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San Diego is a West Coast paradise for food lovers. It offers everything from cozy brunch spots and surf-inspired eateries to fresh seafood and authen...

How to keep your New Year's resolutions: 5 tips
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Now that the New Year’s excitement has faded comes the hard part: sticking to those resolutions you set with so much enthusiasm. It’s easy to feel you...

5 things to do in Sydney on a budget
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Traveling while keeping to a tight budget can be daunting, especially when Sydney is famously one of the world’s most expensive cities. But with so mu...

How to be a traveler, not a tourist: 7 tips
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Traveling abroad can offer so much more than just the chance to see famous landmarks — it’s an opportunity to gain a better understanding of both the ...

Train like a local: 10 cities to learn a new sport in
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We always say that the best way to learn a new language is to immerse yourself in the local culture. When studying abroad you can get proactive (get i...

10 iconic movies to watch before you visit London
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London has long been a legendary setting for iconic movies, each one capturing a different side to the dynamic ‘Big Smoke’. If you’re planning a visit...

10 things to know on your first day of studying abroad
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If you’re reading this while preparing for your next adventure abroad, or if you are already in a far-flung corner of the globe, keep in mind: it’s to...

Regenerative travel: How to give back when you’re studying abroad
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You get so much out of a study abroad trip: learning a new language, discovering a new country, eating delicious food, making lifelong friends, and ha...

5 things to do in Tokyo on a budget
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Embarking on a budget-friendly adventure in Tokyo doesn't mean you need to miss out. Whether you're just visiting or studying abroad in Tokyo,...

13 LGBTQIA+-friendly cities to explore this summer
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Happy Pride! With June being a month dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community, we want to highlight some of the best cities aro...

5 fun ways to start preparing for your summer trip today
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The balmy evenings, faint scent of sun cream and long, sunny days: summer is finally upon us. With sunshine and new surroundings on the brain, it’s ha...

Reverse culture shock: How to settle in back home after traveling
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Spending time abroad is transformative, and the journey is punctuated with new experiences, people, and customs. With that, can sometimes come culture...