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Here’s how language learning abroad looks during COVID-19
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This year hasn’t quite been what anyone imagined. With the unprecedented challenges arising from COVID-19, we’ve all had to adjust to a “new normal”. ...

The ultimate guide to the perfect gap year
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A previously published EF GO blog post described a gap year in two ways:gap year(gæp jɪr)nounan amazing way to win at lifea period – often before, dur...

Gap year guide to Asia
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Asia is the ultimate backpacking continent. It’s a region of striking contrasts that’s big on adventure and full of jaw-dropping sights. From futurist...

10 tips for moving abroad on your own
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Whether it’s to learn a new language, accept a job offer, or start your studies, moving abroad changes your life.Step One: Decide to move abroad after...

More questions every first-time study abroad student has
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Hooray, you arrived at your destination! We hope that everything went smoothly and your new home away from home is as awesome as you imagined it would...

How to study abroad like a boss: 7 tips
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Summer is just around the corner and many of you are planning on going on your first study abroad trip. We’re sure it’ll be epic, but it’s only natura...

15 signs you studied abroad with EF
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Studying abroad is an experience unlike any other. It will open doors you never imagined and bring you down paths you never thought you’d take. And wh...

6 reasons to share your home with an international student
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When it comes to sharing, many of us share our lives with our friends, our families, and our neighbors. We enjoy sharing our experiences as we gain ha...

How to be new in a new city
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The idea of moving abroad and starting life in a new city might be daunting, but it’s also a super exciting opportunity to learn, explore, and arm you...

Celebrating International Women’s Day by Spotlighting Female Travelers – Meet Ananda
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EF is celebrating International Woman’s Day by spotlighting some of our favorite female travelers. Ananda traveled to China with EF in 2017 and as an ...

Celebrating International Women’s Day by Spotlighting Female Travelers – Meet Tarah
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EF is celebrating International Woman’s Day by spotlighting some of our favorite female travelers. Say hello to Tarah!What is your favorite solo trave...

Celebrating International Women’s Day by Spotlighting Female Travelers – Meet Natalie
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EF is celebrating International Woman’s Day by spotlighting some of our favorite female travelers. Meet Natalie from Florida. She studied with EF in C...