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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...

The ultimate summer guide to Sydney
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Aussies sure know how to make the most of their world-class summer weather, and Sydney is a hotbed for great food, world-class surf, and unbeatable go...

10 best cities in the world for sports fans
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Sport excites, unites and brings people around the world together in a way that few other things can. From the world’s best football in Barcelona, to ...

Why learn Spanish in Spain
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In the modern world, speaking more than one language is not just a skill; it's a superpower. So why not start with Spanish? With over 400 million ...

10 best student spots in London: From food to music
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From the best cheap-eats to the coolest art or music venues, we’ve scoured London in search of the places that every student should add to their bucke...

50 things we love about the UK (and know you’ll love too)
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Delightfully diverse and bewilderingly beautiful, Britain has a unique charm that enthrals almost anyone who visits or is lucky enough to call it home...

How not to make a fool of yourself on the London tube
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The London Underground may seem devoid of manners and friendly folk, but those who venture into this subterranean jungle are bound together by a numbe...

10 unique spots to add to your summer bucket list
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Summer is just around the corner, so it’s time to pack away those puffer jackets and start making plans for some epic summer adventures while you trav...

10 best vegan cities in the world
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One of the best parts of traveling is trying new food. It's the perfect way to explore a new culture — whether it’s sweet or savory, a full meal, ...

10 of the world's best cities to explore street art
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Street art is increasingly recognized as a creative way of regenerating urban landscapes into colorful concrete canvases.You’ll frequently find this u...

8 things only international students will understand
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A study abroad trip is a life-changing experience. Not only will you gain confidence, learn new skills, see amazing places, and meet new people, but y...

Fun facts about the world’s best architecture
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My love of architecture comes from a completely Lego-obsessed childhood. For many, it offers the perfect means to spice up Instagram or raise their cu...