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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...

Studying abroad during Christmas. How to survive being abroad for the holiday season.

How to Deal with Being Abroad for the Holidays

Studying abroad during the holidays can be emotionally taxing. While there are plenty of opportunities to feel homesick during the semester, the holidays seem to bring...

7 ways you can motivate yourself to workout and keep fit while studying abroad, even while traveling and between study abroad classes.

7 Ways to Get Yourself to Exercise While Studying Abroad

We’ve talked about the Study Abroad 15 and how to avoid it, and surprise, surprise– exercising helps! Sure, I’m all about enjoying yourself and...

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How to Be Respectful of Other Cultures While Traveling

With different cultures and backgrounds meshing, it can often be difficult to know what to say and how to act without offending someone while abroad. Being thrown into a...

Where to eat when studying abroad in Florence. Student friendly restaurants in Florence

7 Food Spots You’ll Love When Studying Abroad in Florence

If you’re studying abroad in Florence, you can expect to gain some weight during your semester abroad because there’s SUCH good food in Florence! Even though...

Unique Things to Do in Paris - Les Catacombes

5 Alternative Things to Do in Paris

The Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, Notre Dame… these are the sites that everyone knows to see while in Paris. But while studying abroad there, you...

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What to Expect From Your Homestay Experience While Studying Abroad

Many study abroad programs house their students with host families.  If you’re studying abroad with one of those programs, you may have NO IDEA what to expect from...

Student-friendly spots to visit in Siena, Italy

6 Student-Friendly Spots to Visit While in Siena

After spending a semester in Siena exploring every inch within the city walls, I discovered the “hidden gem” spots where local students go to experience la dolce...

How to Protect Valuables While Studying Abroad

How to Protect Your Valuables While Studying Abroad

What’s one of the worst feelings in the world? The one you get when you realize that your wallet’s been stolen. And another? The feeling you get in the pit...

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How to Fit in With the French Culture While Studying Abroad

Preparing yourself culture-wise is one of the most important steps for studying abroad. Being aware of the cultural differences and customs will help you transition...