How to Celebrate Every Season in Spain
Having spent a substantial amount of time in Spain – including one uninterrupted period of fourteen months – I have witnessed firsthand how the Spanish celebrate their seasons, and it is something of a no-holds-barred experience. Simply put, the Spanish don’t mess around when it comes to holiday festivities. Whether we’re talking about holidays like […]
Choose Your Luggage Wisely: 3 Problems Caused by the Wrong Bag
Before I ventured off on my first big international adventure, my parents tried to help by gifting me a new piece of luggage. Their intentions were good, and they were so proud of the bag they chose – an oversized, wheeled suitcase that had two straps that allowed it to double as a backpack if […]
Useful Lingo to Know When Visiting Japan
Quick! What do you know about Japan? It’s the country responsible for sushi, Godzilla, and anime, but this knowledge isn’t going to help you catch the bullet train to Tokyo. The Japanese language is steeped in ancient traditions of respect and gratitude. No matter how much you’ve prepared for a visit to The Land of […]
A Beginners Guide to Japanese Etiquette
A Beginner’s Guide to Japanese Etiquette Everyone should visit Japan to see how the country’s history influences its contemporary cultural landscape. For example, the 1400-year-old Seno-ji shrine – which attracts over 30 million visitors a year – is located on the outskirts of Tokyo, one of the most modern cities in the world. As ancient […]
The Benefits of Adding a Small Town to Your Tour
Bigger is not always better, as I learned from my own study abroad experience. Staying in a small Italian mountain village with a population of 253 was one of the greatest experiences of my life. The country was so rewarding and completely changed my view of what makes a successful study abroad. A mix of […]
