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How to make your dorm room feel like home
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Moving away from home to study abroad is both an exciting and nerve-wracking right of passage. If it’s your first time leaving friends, family, and th...

How to cope with homesickness: 8 easy tips
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Homesickness is the sadness and melancholy we experience when we are away from our bed, our family and friends – in other words the time when everythi...

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...

The best cities in the world for thrift shopping
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In a time when sustainability and authenticity are valued more than ever, thrift shopping has made a major comeback. For true lovers of second-hand, t...

The ultimate summer guide to Bristol
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Whether you’re in Bristol to learn English or just passing through, the city boasts a summer packed with exciting events and unforgettable moments. Se...

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 ...

5 iconic Australian road trips to plan right away
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Australia is made for road trips. It’s home to the longest national highway network in the world, connecting the country across 14,000 kilometers of o...

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...

10 iconic movies to watch before you visit Los Angeles
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As the entertainment epicenter of the world, the “City of Angels” has long served as a cinematic backdrop for some of the most iconic films from the U...

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...