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By Allie Filmanowicz 1. Do not over pack. It will be easy to fall into the “well, what if I need this?” mentality, causing you to be tempted to pack everything you own! Don’t go down that path. Instead, stick to the essentials. If it ends up you forgot something dire, you will be able...
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By Kathleen Watz Portugal and Spain are two beautiful countries that should be on everyone’s bucket lists. From the picturesque beaches to the lively cities these countries have so much to offer the people that visit. Here are why you should visit these 2 eclectic countries:  La Rambla La Rambla is a lively and famous...
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By Yasi Agah It’s almost beach season, so many places to go and so many tan lines to be made. But how do you know which destination to choose? Take this quiz to see which destination will fit perfectly into your spring and summer. [interact id=”5c78d59fcecf9a00148895f5″ type=”quiz”]     Need more travel tips? Enter your...
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Edited By Yasi Agah When it comes to weekend trips and day-long excursions, packing light is the name of the game. But there are 5 essential items you should always carry especially during winter time. These items can either make your break your winter trip:  Motion sickness pills One second you’re a thrill-seeking, roller coaster-loving...
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Duomo Florence Skyline
By: Matteo Fardella Firenze, home of the Renaissance and the city of selfie stick salesmen. Aside from its incomparable beauty and bustling daily life, it can become fairly expensive if you have plans to explore all the city has to offer from cuisine to to museums and must-see’s. With Florence being one of Italy’s slightly...
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Italy. The motherland of cheese, pizza, pasta, and did I mention cheese? Personally, I could eat authentic Italian pizza everyday and not be even slightly bothered. However, what does begin to bother me is the third chin forming ever so rapidly. As a result of this new beautiful discovery, I took a journey to the...
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Music festivals are a one of a kind experience; it brings people from all over the world together for a weekend to enjoy some great music, you can’t beat it.  Here a couple of the top ones to make some once-in-a-lifetime memories with some good friends: Abroadfest – Barcelona – March 5th-7th Abroadfest is back...
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US Operations Manager Mike LaPorta was interviewed by the travel blog Stars on the Ceiling. Stars on the Ceiling is a blog about getting outside the norm, seeing the world, and truly loving life. Mike was interviewed for their section called Vagabond Voices, that every week asks fellow vagabonds who travel and show others the...
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by Dean Speer Despite him having a cool ass last name, Dean also had some great Florentine information to pass on to you. This is his opinion, but, you know what, I agree with him that these are the awesome places to enjoy a sweet meal in Florence. This is a list I have complied...
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This past week has been consumed with new students arriving, adjusting to their cities, getting a taste of European nightlife and seeing some amazing sites.  In Rome, from seeing the Colosseum for the first time to walking through Campo di Fiori, excitement is filling the streets and students are discovering the real Roma.  It has been great...
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For anyone who has endured the trials and tribulations of dealing with 3 or more connecting flights, I commend you. Going from Tampa to Chicago, Chicago to London, London to Rome, then from Rome to Florence definitely ranks in the top 10 longest 24 hours of my life. After Melissa, Sammy, and I embarked on our journey out...
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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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