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While the world is still reeling from last week’s terror attacks in Paris and Mali, our deepest sympathies go to those affected. As a European travel company and as global citizens, we are committed to continuing to operate trips of the utmost safety with all concerns in mind. In light of the recent travel alert...
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You leave a lot to chance when you decide to move or travel to another country for any time period—and that’s part of the beauty. Skiing the trail less traveled in the Swiss Alps, taking the first train that comes your way from London to Oxford, booking a hotel and finding it has a canal...
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Originally posted on The Girl Abroad Africa is closer than you think, my friends. If you take an hour drive from Marbella, Spain to the port town of Tarifa, there you can buy a ferry ticket (and get your passport stamped! woo!) to Africa. Morocco, Africa is so close to Europe that on a clear...
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By Michelle Campell This is part of an ongoing blog series by Study Abroad Spring 2012 alum, Michelle Campbell, a current senior at Florida State University. Michelle will be sharing her experiences and advice for the best ways to stay safe while traveling and studying abroad. In Europe, traveling by train is a basic necessity...
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By: Michelle Campbell Crossing the European borders into Africa was not included in my original travel plans during my stay in Florence. I knew a few friends who went there over Spring Break when they were studying abroad in Florence a year back, but the thought of going there never truly appealed to me. Looking back now, it...
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By: Carrie Roberts, hooking us up with a short words about how to make the most of any travel scenario The problem with travel is, nothing’s perfect. The weather may be complete crap, you may get stuck sitting next to that guy who smells like onions on the train, you may forget your jacket to...
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Tips to Avoid Getting Scammed or Lost in Europe Europe is a wonderland – some study abroad students see it as one massive playground and they’re ready for the thrills. You can travel to tons of different places, experience old cultural traditions and taste new dishes, all while learning a lot about yourself along the...
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