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It’s no secret that being fluent in a second language can help you get ahead in your career. Making the effort to master English – the global lingua f...

Being fluent in a language is one of the most in-demand, employable skills there is (sorry, speaking fluent emoji doesn’t count), and the ability to c...

We’ll say it: there’s a limit to how much you’ll learn in class. Or on an app. Learning a language isn’t just about memorizing vocabulary or acing gra...

Learning a few key phrases before you travel somewhere new can make your trip much smoother. If you’re planning on studying abroad, adding some basic ...

Cultural exchange is a huge part of foreign language learning. Language is so connected to culture that, to become fluent, it’s essential to learn abo...

Learning another language is a powerful and meaningful thing — and us EF folks are not the only ones who believe it! We’ve gathered 50 of the most ins...

Embracing a country’s distinct culinary customs brings you closer to the people and country you’re visiting. When abroad in Germany, there’s so much m...

Spending time outside and appreciating nature is good for the soul. Research has shown that connecting with nature can seriously boost your mental hea...

Scuba diving is so much more than a water sport — it’s a portal to another world. With tanks of air on your back and a buddy by your side, you can gli...

When the sun is shining, there’s only one place that Brits want to be: by the sea! Since the 1800s, Brighton has been one of England’s top beach desti...

When over 10% of the UK population lives in London, you can be absolutely sure that this creative capital city knows how to keep its residents (and vi...

As slower, low-carbon travel gets more popular, many of us are adding hikes to our travels or planning trips around specific trails or walking excursi...