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Have a decent idea of what you want to do when you get to the country but also…
Read MoreHave a decent idea of what you want to do when you get to the country but also be flexible and go with the flow cause you’ll never know what you’ll find when you just explore!
Make international friends and share your different cultures, foods, languages, etc.!
Read MoreMake international friends and share your different cultures, foods, languages, etc.!
Invest in a large backpack for weekend trips! Saved my life while traveling this semester!
Read MoreInvest in a large backpack for weekend trips! Saved my life while traveling this semester!
Plan ahead! Make sure you give yourself plenty of time to get to flights in case any issues…
Read MorePlan ahead! Make sure you give yourself plenty of time to get to flights in case any issues arise.
One thing I regret is not having enough money when coming to Korea. For such a small country,…
Read MoreOne thing I regret is not having enough money when coming to Korea. For such a small country, there are so many activities and places to go, but only if you can afford it. Additionally, do not be scared to travel alone. Coming from America, I’ve never felt safer walking around by myself in alleyways after dark. Even as an African American woman, I felt safer here than in the streets of Atlanta.
My best travel tip is to invest in a good pair of noise-cancelling headphones and sleep mask!
Read MoreMy best travel tip is to invest in a good pair of noise-cancelling headphones and sleep mask!
Have a phone that is SIM unlocked or have a backup phone.
Try everything!
Have as much fun as you can but, don’t forget to make time for your friends and loved…
Read MoreHave as much fun as you can but, don’t forget to make time for your friends and loved ones back home!
Your adventure begins once you take that first step outside of your comfort zone. Then, do one thing…
Read MoreYour adventure begins once you take that first step outside of your comfort zone. Then, do one thing every day that moves you further and further away from it, far enough that you forget your way back. Getting out of your comfort zone will open your eyes to the wonder that is studying abroad. Although it may seem scary to, I promise that it’s worth it!
Please make sure to buy a Korean SIM card! That Korean phone number is required for a lot…
Read MorePlease make sure to buy a Korean SIM card! That Korean phone number is required for a lot of services and makes life unbelievably more convenient.
Always have a portable charger, a book, and/or a game to play for long trips!
Read MoreAlways have a portable charger, a book, and/or a game to play for long trips!
A smile can take you a long way.
Try the local food from local stores and make connections wherever you can!
Read MoreTry the local food from local stores and make connections wherever you can!
Sometimes the unexpected adventures are the most fun, don’t be scared to try new things!
Read MoreSometimes the unexpected adventures are the most fun, don’t be scared to try new things!
Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and try new things!
Read MoreDon’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and try new things!
If you can, visit Gyeongbokgung at night. The seclusion inside the palace walls with the beautiful lights of…
Read MoreIf you can, visit Gyeongbokgung at night. The seclusion inside the palace walls with the beautiful lights of Seoul in the distance makes it feel like you have stepped back in time.
One of the easiest ways we found to get around London was using the Uber boats. It was…
Read MoreOne of the easiest ways we found to get around London was using the Uber boats. It was a fun & super easy way to travel on across the river & you can use an oyster card!
Buy AirTags to keep track of your luggage and belongings while you’re abroad!
Read MoreBuy AirTags to keep track of your luggage and belongings while you’re abroad!
Time moves so quickly, enjoy it.
Don’t be afraid to try something new. You don’t want to look back and think “what if.”
Read MoreDon’t be afraid to try something new. You don’t want to look back and think “what if.”
Go outside your comfort zone explore and make new memories!