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Being Vegan in Paris | Student Blog from France
I’m in love with all things French… and I’m vegan. Although I was confident in bringing my dream of studying abroad in Paris to life, one thing was making me nervous. I’m vegan, and I wasn’t sure how being vegan in Paris would work. For example, when I imagine typical French cuisine, insane amounts of […]
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Why Every MBA Should Intern Abroad | Intern Blog from Barcelona
Brianne found her internship in Barcelona vital to her graduate business studies. Read why she thinks every MBA should intern abroad.
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What it's REALLY like to intern in Prague | Student Blog from the Czech Republic
Spending a semester abroad has been at the top of my college to-do list since even before I started college. My mom instilled the travel bug in me since I was young and I knew it was something I had to take advantage of! But a semester to intern in Prague? That was something I […]
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6 Tips for Dealing with Anxiety Abroad | Student Blog from Dublin
If you’ve ever wanted to see more of the world and experience a new way of life, but you’re worried about dealing with anxiety abroad, this post is aimed at you. The goal of this blog post is to help anyone that is looking to find the motivation to study abroad or someone who might […]
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Growing Through Reverse Culture Shock | Student Blog from Aix-En-Provence
There’s no doubt that studying abroad is life-changing. By moving to a foreign country for a few months, I gained a new perspective not only on the world but also on my home country. I saw in-depth details of life in Europe and grew to love them dearly. The food, the people, and even the […]
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Top 4 Reasons to Study Abroad in London | Student Blog From England
It has officially been 4 months since I stepped on a plane in Boston, MA and headed towards London, England for one of the most amazing experiences of my life. London is truly such an amazing city, and I have loved every moment of living in it. That’s why I’m sharing my top 4 reasons […]
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Budgeting Your Trip to Whitsunday Islands | Student Blog from the Gold Coast
If Uluru is one of the driest places in Australia, the Whitsunday Islands may be one of the wettest. A trip to the Whitsunday Islands requires a little bit of financial caution. In Whitsunday Islands, you are without a doubt walking a very thin line between an affordable, tropical holiday and a full-blown luxurious vacation. […]
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6 Tips for Self-Care While Studying Abroad | Student Blog from Scotland
Practicing self-care while studying abroad has saved my life. It’s officially my sixth week abroad in Edinburgh, Scotland and I still haven’t freaked out about it. There have been no major panic attacks about how I’m 3,308 miles away from home and won’t see my parents and pets until December. I’ve had fewer panic attacks […]
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