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Emma

Born with a severe case of wanderlust, you can find me trying to fill my English passport with new stamps, accompanied by a backpack, my camera and a snorkel. In between dreaming of adventures that combine snowboarding and diving, I'm a travel writer in Bristol and like to tread the thin line between impressive and worrying coffee consumption.

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The science behind learning a language with music
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Learning a new language doesn’t have to mean staring at textbooks or memorizing endless vocabulary lists all day. It can be as fun as finding a new fa...

Train like a local: 10 cities to learn a new sport in
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We always say that the best way to learn a new language is to immerse yourself in the local culture. When studying abroad you can get proactive (get i...

Why investing in your language skills is the best thing you can do for your career
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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...

How to become fluent in a year: The ultimate guide
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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...

5 easy ways to practice your new language skills abroad
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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...

40 essential English phrases for travel
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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 ...

How to navigate cultural differences: 9 tips
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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...

50 of the most inspiring quotes about languages
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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...

How to eat like the Germans eat
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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...

5 spectacular natural wonders you can easily access from major cities
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Spending time outside and appreciating nature is good for the soul. Research has shown that connecting with nature can seriously boost your mental hea...

Top travel tips for your next diving adventure
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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...

The ultimate summer guide to Brighton
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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...