By Yasi Agah You just got to Europe and you’re ready to plan your semester of travel. You want to hit all the popular spots like Paris, London, Rome, Barcelona…but where else should you explore? Eastern Europe is an absolute must if you’re abroad in Europe. This area of the world has a rich history...Read More
By Samantha Jacobs It’s almost spring break, and you’re in Europe. You have a whole new continent and 10 days to explore it. Now what? You flip open your laptop and start assessing your options. It doesn’t take long to realize that the number of possibilities before you are infinite, but your budget—yeah, not so...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 Elizabeth Norton What if I told you there is a place where your wildest food dreams could come true and not only that but you could go to this place for free. In reality, the only place this dream could really exist is in the country where the most iconic foods were born, Italy. FICO...Read More
By Yasi Agah Ah, wine. The perfect drink for any occasion. Whether you’re having a relaxing night in or getting ready to go out, wine will never let you down! And the best part about drinking wine? It’s good for you. Well, kind of. There are definitely some health benefits (if you drink it in...Read More
By Madison Krigbaum / Originally posted on Brokewildandtraveling.com Everyone knows that Italy is responsible for some of the best food in the world. Take it from someone who’s lived there, it’s true. Although not the place to go if you’re buying into the low-carb craze, Rome has more than its fair share of delicious Italian...Read More
A theme park boasting the best of Italy’s pizza, pasta, pastries, and all the cheese, FICO Eataly World seems like it may be a product of your wildest carb dreams. The cool news? (FICO is slang for cool in Italian, after all.) This massive Italian food and wine paradise based right outside Bologna is not...Read More
You’re already at the airport and racking your brain for what you forgot in the midst of packing…sound familiar? We’re here to help. 1. Rainboots & Jacket Your first few months abroad will be filled with weather of all kinds, and there’s no better way to brave the rain and snow than with dry, toasty...Read More
By: Victoria Driver Crazy, fast, overwhelming are probably all words you will use to describe the first few weeks in the new city you call home when you choose to study abroad, but it is worth every second of the madness. You probably weren’t sure what to expect when coming to a new country with...Read More
By: Peter Gerolamo Rome has an endless supply of bars, restaurants, and cafes to choose from. From quick stop-and-go cafes to formal dining, you can find basically everything under the sun in the Eternal City. As a student living in Prati, I did most of my shopping and eating near my residence. As a college...Read More
By Caroline Schagrin Nestled in the nook of Switzerland, Interlaken is home to beautiful snowcapped mountains juxtaposed with azure colored lakes and majestic forests. Interlaken, in all of its beauty, attracts adrenaline junkies and fondue enthusiasts alike. Whether you find yourself jumping out of a plane, shredding the Swiss Alps, or simply enjoying Swiss chocolates and relaxing,...Read More
By Molly Dunn In the spirit of creepy masks, candy corn and pumpkins, Halloween has developed into one of America’s favorite holidays. Maybe it’s the sea of sugar skulls, and all of the Disney Channel references to Dia de los Muertos that we grew up with, but, we all seem convinced that Halloween began just...Read More
