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Mate Tea, Dialects, and Free Walking in a Modern City

by Stephane Alexandre /

Dec 30, 2016 / 0 comments

Montevideo took my breath away. Even before we landed, I knew I would fall in love with Uruguay. A small country located at the bottom of Argentina, Uruguay is cornered by the breathtaking Cordillera mountain range on the west and the Atlantic Ocean on the right. Flying over the Cordillera was simultaneously exhilarating and petrifying. Luckily, I got a window seat and got a great view of the curvy mountains frosted with a touch of snow. We HAD to keep our seat belts buckled when flying over the mountains because of turbulence.

Top Ten Cool Things to Do in the UK

by Lexa Pennington /

Dec 30, 2016 / 0 comments

If you’re like me, a trip to the UK is more than welcome at any time. I love the new, organic food trends and high tea.

Wandering Educators Recommends: Best Books and Music of 2016

Submitted by Dr. Jessie Voigts on Fri, 12/30/2016 - 00:40

You know we're always digging into the backstory of what people create - it's one of the best parts of publishing this website. I love seeing the inspiration, drive, and focus of writers and musicians. Without further ado, here are our best recommendations for books and music we've reviewed in 2016 - with interviews!

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Florida Culture for Your New Year’s Count-Down Calendar 2016! By Josh Garrick

Submitted by Josh Garrick on Mon, 12/26/2016 - 23:31

Florida Culture for Your New Year’s Count-Down Calendar 2016! By Josh Garrick

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Travel is Exhausting. Self Care, Self Love

by Stephane Alexandre /

Dec 23, 2016 / 0 comments

There's a saying that we use in our study abroad program whenever someone wants a break, and I'm sure you've heard of it: self care, self love. As in: self care IS self love. I'm 21 years old and I'm exhausted. But I also think I'm invincible, which can prove to be dangerous, given my insatiable desire to explore the world around me.

Top 10 Attractions to Visit in Switzerland

Submitted by Lexa Pennington on Wed, 12/21/2016 - 00:55

Visiting Switzerland brings you up close to a place where the air is fresh, the people are subdued, and the outdoor and cultural sights are plentiful. This landlocked country is known for the beauty of its Swiss Alps, the stunning azure waters of its pristine lakes, and its modern city centers of culture. Expect to hear a variety of languages in this melting pot of people with German, French, and Italian heritage. Here are 10 top attractions to visit during your tour of Switzerland.

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3 ways to afford gadgets

Submitted by Bert Maxwell on Tue, 12/20/2016 - 22:33

Why should you spend extra money on all of the technology that you love to use? Sure, everyone loves the latest phones, video games, computers, and other gadgets. But why don't you just save up your money, so that you can enjoy the 'old' technology that's hardly a few years older than the newest gadgets? That way, you can have functional things that you can still enjoy using, and only spend your money on the newest technology that you really want. Here are some tips, for how you can save up and budget your money, while still buying lots of fun and cool extra gadgets for yourself:

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Florida Culture for Your HOLIDAY Calendar! Week of December 19, 2016 By Josh Garrick

Submitted by Josh Garrick on Tue, 12/20/2016 - 06:29

Florida Culture for Your HOLIDAY Calendar! Week of December 19, 2016 By Josh Garrick

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The Gap of Dunloe, Co Kerry, Ireland

Submitted by Dr. Jessie Voigts on Mon, 12/19/2016 - 01:29

The Gap of Dunloe, Co Kerry, Ireland: in which we have an adventure, involving an early awakening, horses, mountains, rain, a boat ride, extreme rain, and great travel companions.

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Travel Budgeting: Don’t Cry, Make A Plan

by Stephane Alexandre /

Dec 17, 2016 / 0 comments

As kids, we never had to budget. And life was good. I started learning about budgeting when I became a fresh(wo)man in college. Initially, I was petrified of that word. I learned about bank accounts, food expenses, saving money (what little I had), and even balancing checkbooks. I started working two months after my 15th birthday so I could pay my phone bill. I really wanted a cell phone, but also understood that my dad was a single parent and I needed to help wherever I could.