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Elizabeth Hehir

Liz is a recent graduate from Marist with degrees in English and psychology. She fulfilled her dream of living and studying in London during her junior year of college and cannot wait to keep exploring the world. When not writing and daydreaming about future travels, she loves hiking, reading and rowing. You can read about her back in the United States on her blog.

What to do in Europe in the winter

Top (Fun) Activities to Do in Europe During the Winter

While spring and summer months may seem more appealing, European winters offer their fair share of fun activities. The entire continent erupts in Christmas cheer, with...

Creative Ideas For What to Do With Your Study Abroad Photos

  If you’re like most study abroad students, you spent a lot of time behind the lens of your camera when you were overseas. You probably snapped some stellar...

How to save money while studying abroad in London. Money-saving tips for students in London

How to Save Money While Studying Abroad in London

London is one of the most expensive cities in the world to study abroad in, with a one way journey on the tube costing £2+, a latte priced at £3 and pints of beer over...

How to Celebrate Thanksgiving Abroad - Whether you're traveling, living or studying abroad when Thanksgiving comes around, here's how to survive Thanksgiving away from your family. Ideas for celebrating, what you can do on Thanksgiving day, and more.

How to Celebrate Thanksgiving While Studying Abroad

Quite obviously, Thanksgiving is uniquely American. Once you’ve left the borders of the United States, you’ll be hard pressed to find a place that celebrates this...

how to be a foodie abroad without going broke, how to experience the food culture for cheap while traveling

How to Be a Foodie Abroad Without Going Broke

When you’re abroad, you want to spend your money on plane tickets and cultural experiences, and not only on food. The best way to save your cash when it comes to food...

What to do in Edinburgh, must-do things in Edinburgh, day trips from Edinburgh

8 Can’t-Miss Things to Do in Edinburgh

If you’ve decided to book a weekend trip to Edinburgh, you’re in for a treat. Scotland’s capital city is a great place to explore with a few friends or on your...

What to Do When Your Parents Visit While You’re Abroad

When my parents arrived in London when I was studying abroad, I couldn’t have been happier. I never felt homesick while I was abroad, but I was still excited to see...

The Abroad Guide to London's Markets - Borough Market

The Abroad Guide to London’s Markets

When I touched down at Heathrow, I thought a market was a place to buy fruit and maybe bread. I had no idea about what the markets of London held. This city is home to...

7 Day Trips to Take While Studying in London

One of the best things about studying abroad in London is that there is always something new to do or some place different to explore. Even though London may be your...

how to include study abroad in your job application, study abroad in cover letter resume

How to Use Your Study Abroad Experience to Land Your Next Job

We go through four years as undergrads in order to be able to land a job when we graduate (so that we can make money and continue traveling, of course!) Students who...