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Why NOT To Study Abroad In Western Europe

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In comparison to the enormous blow to my ego and worldview that was one day in Beijing, that year in Western Europe was an afternoon drinking wine in   More »

6 Tips For Sounding Like A Local

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Speaking a local language is much more than studying grammar and vocab.   More »

How To Eat A New Language

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Can you say "DELICIOUS"?  More »

DIY Study Abroad: 10 Ways to Educate Yourself While Traveling

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Approaching your next destination with an academic goal will help keep your mind sharp and active.   More »

Five Reasons Dating Abroad is the Best Way to Learn a Language

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Learning a new language is difficult. Make it easier by sharing the experience with someone else.  More »

How to Take a Foreign History Crash Course in 5 Steps

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Why know a country's history before you travel? For one, you'll enrich the experience and connect with people more easily.  More »

The 5 Ways We Learn Languages – and Which Style Is Right for You

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Decide which works best.  More »

10 Things I Wish I’d Known Before Studying Abroad

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Invaluable lessons to learn before leaving the country.   More »

How to Pack for a Semester Abroad

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Bathing suit. . .check. Swiss Army knife. . .check. Pictures of family . . .check. What else should you bring?  More »

10 Steps to Recovering a Language You’ve Forgotten

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Don't give up on a language you've forgotten--use these steps to recover it!  More »

10 Tips For A Fun Home Stay

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Your home stay is a unique opportunity for cultural exchange and understanding. How will you approach this special time?  More »

5 Tips For Better Sessions With A Language Exchange Partner

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Be proactive: optimize the time you and your language partner spend together.   More »

10 Steps to Becoming Fluent in a Language in 6 Months or Less

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Ingratiate yourself with the local community and you're halfway there!   More »

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