Holidays abroad boast their own blend of excitement and novelty. Yet, at the same time, missing the holidays at home carries it’s own set of obstacles. My friend Lizzie just experienced her first holiday season abroad. Thanksgiving in China, Christmas in Cambodia and New Year’s in India. Needless to say, she was under a bit [...]

The Happy Holidays Abroad

Take Me Home Tonight
Travel is probably on the top ten list of coolest things to do. But when it comes to the long-term travels there can be some unexpected side effects. Homesickness, travel expenses, and travel illnesses are just a few of the problems that travel can t

Travel Talk with Tessa
Tessa Wood has a hard time keeping track of the number of countries she’s traveled to. Ever since getting to live in Australia for four months in the 7th grade, Tessa has snatched up every opportunity she could to travel and learn abroad. From rece
Some Advice on Studying in Spain
Before I left to study abroad in Spain during my junior year, my friends and family warned me about falling in love and never coming back. I don’t know how they knew. Four years later, and with two months of marriage under my belt, I’m still here
Discover Dakar
Dakar lies on the western-most point of Africa, facing the rest of the world. Take one look at the skyline and you may wonder, “wait, this city is in AFRICA?” It looks practically like any other coastal city with its high rise buildings that bu
