You’ve been lectured, re-lectured, then lectured again for good measure endlessly by parents, professors, and loved ones about safety while abroad, but how much does this wisdom really sink in when your thoughts stray to all the fun you have to look forward to? But take it from someone who has witnessed at least some...Read More
What does your dream Halloween look like? Whether you love eerie backdrops, haunted strolls, over-the-top costumes, or just an excuse to have a boozy, fun night. Prague has you covered!Read More
For some, Easter is a time to go home and be with family but for others, it is another opportunity to pack a bag and explore the world. It’s the perfect time to take a trip because Spring has finally come and it is the weather has warmed up to a perfect temperature to be...Read More
By Marlee Newman So…you are studying abroad in a brand new city thousands of miles from home with a bunch of people you hardly know. Every interaction is a combination of butchered Italian pronunciations and over the top charades and perhaps the most difficult thing of all … there are no cheez-its available to you....Read More
If you’re studying abroad in Italy, wine tastings are a no-brainer. Some of the world’s most famous wines like Chianti Classico and Montepulciano come from Tuscany, a convenient hour’s drive away from Florence or Rome. Not only are wine tastings a great way to relax under the Tuscan sun (see what we did there), but...Read More
By Jennifer Leavy Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, has it all. An eclectic bohemian nightlife, gorgeous architecture from every era mixed together, and a richness of history unlike any other city in Europe. And while Prague is known as one of Europe’s more budget-friendly cities, there are still ways to spend a fairy...Read More
By Jennifer Leavy When you ask someone what they’re afraid of, chances are they’ll say they have a fear of heights. Acrophobia, or the fear of heights, is one of the most common phobias in the world, afflicting around 5% of the world’s population. Yet, despite this, millions of tourists pour into Interlaken, Switzerland each...Read More
We decided to have a look into our own backyard, and dial-up our top 5 places in Europe to revel in the NYE (that’s us trying to sound cool by using the acronym for New Year’s Eve). Honorable mention is Barcelona only because of its reputation – The Catalans don’t go out until 2am on...Read More
By Jillian Giannelli 1. Sit in an air-conditioned place for an entire day Whether it be your living room, the library, or your local Starbucks (which you should fill up on as well), savor the moments you have in air conditioning. Before you know it, you will be living without AC, taking cold showers 4-7...Read More
By Jennifer Leavy Spending a semester abroad can be the most enriching and unforgettable experience in a college student’s life. However, studying in a foreign city is not without its difficulties, and one of these is money. Anyone who has spent a semester in a foreign country can agree that withdrawing and exchanging money overseas...Read More
Summing up what it’s like to live in Europe is next to impossible, but throughout the last few months, there are certain things that are undeniably representative of life abroad. By this time, you’re so accustomed to life in Europe that it genuinely feels like home, and the idea that someone is going to make...Read More
Okay so you did a little shopping while study abroad and let’s face it, you barely made the weight limits of your checked luggage coming here. So you’re going to have to get rid of some of the clothes you own if you’re going to fit everything into one suitcase or two suitcases. Here...Read More
