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(Ad)venturing Out Alone

March 1, 2013

“Study abroad is one big adventure.” We’ve all heard that cliché: the nonstop parties, jet setting trips around the world, and lavish lifestyles of students abroad. Sure, that last sentence describes a version of study abroad that not everyone gets to experience (contrary to how our dreams make it seem, all of the above do [...]

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Coolest Things To Do In Amsterdam

February 27, 2013

Amsterdam’s alluring streets have been made famous worldwide for their old-fashioned charm and unique canals. The plethora of grassy parks and public squares makes this city the kind of place that lures people out of the quaint bars and into the streets to continue drinking their delicious beers and share in friendly conversations on the [...]

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RealUniGuide may be useful to you if you’re considering study abroad in Britain

February 15, 2013

If you’re a student looking to study abroad in Britain, RealUniGuide.com may be a resource for you. A UK-based website, it’s geared toward English students and English parents looking to pick the right university or college. So you could potentially use it to help you narrow down your own search as an international student. Whether [...]

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TrekDek

February 15, 2013

John Henry – co-founder of RateMyStudyAbroad.com here. Being involved in the study abroad space gets you in touch with some like minds, and I recently spoke to another study abroad entrepreneur, Dale Davidson. Dale started TrekDek, a playing card deck with study abroad challenges on them (e.g., “Try couch surfing for one night” is on [...]

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Five Places to Shop in London

January 28, 2013

London has long been part of a central axis of fashion and shopping alongside Paris and New York City. But unlike the other cities, the shopping scene in London is renowned for extending its scope beyond the tastes of the Blair Waldorf’s of the world. From high-end designer stores and boutique shops, to hip markets [...]

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How to Achieve Top Marks in Any Language Exam

January 16, 2013

Like in any test, preparation is the most important part of the exam process. Taking the time to analyse your personal level at the language, and then taking the necessary steps you need to achieve the desired result is going to be the difference in passing or failing. There are four [...]

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Epically Old Pubs in London

January 16, 2013

London is known for its diverse culture and historical gems, both of which can be experienced at the city’s oldest pubs. While every major city has its landmark drinking holes, London’s are legitimately some of the oldest in the world – some of which are so old the names can barely be considered English. So [...]

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Best Live Music Scenes in Barcelona

December 22, 2012

Barcelona’s nightlife scene has something for everyone, but especially for those who love live music. The vibrant culture and even more energetic nightlife provide this city with the perfect atmosphere to kick back and enjoy some mellow tunes or bust some moves to an enthusiastic DJ. From the enormous venues that have hosted Olympic games [...]

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Ratings Paint Picture of Student Safety Abroad

December 19, 2012

Did you know that there is currently no hard data available to the public about the safety of studying abroad? Although it is believed that most students’ trips are safe and happy, it is important to appreciate that, without reliable statistics, this belief is nothing more than an assumption. In fact, a recent study by [...]

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How to Keep in Touch With Family Whilst Studying Abroad

December 10, 2012

Whilst studying abroad is an exciting prospect, it is important to keep in touch with friends and family back at home. You may be a million miles away, but this doesn’t mean you can’t keep in touch, or see your friends and family whenever you want. Key Technology Items The internet is the number one [...]