Study Abroad
The Ultimate Study Abroad Packing List For Ladies
Packing for a a few months or a semester abroad can be incredibly stressful. As soon as you begin to pack the “essentials” your large checked bag suddenly seems to shrink, and you begin to panic. Plus, how are you supposed to decide everything you want to wear months in advance? I’ve been there before…
Read More6 Factors to Consider Before You Choose Where to Study Abroad
No matter where you study abroad, you are guaranteed to have a thrilling, life changing experience. However, not all study abroad locations are created equal. It is surprising how many students pick a study abroad location on a whim, or because their friend had a great time, only to later wish they had studied abroad…
Read More49 Signs You Studied Abroad In Florence
“Home is not a place, it’s a feeling.” After a few months living in Italy, Florence steals your heart and becomes your home. Here are 49 signs that Firenze has become your second home: You’ve mastered walking on cobblestone (or just accepted that you never will). You are well acquainted with the boldest creatures alive…Florentine…
Read MoreFinding the Perfect Travel Journal For You
The Traditionalist: Good old pen and paper. This option is perfect for your creativity surges doing things the old fashioned way. This method is great for recording personal thoughts while on the go. The down side is that a physical record of your travel experience can easily go missing, or suffer damage, and is hard…
Read More5 Simple Ways to Turn Your Study Abroad Experience Into A Resume Builder
We all know that studying abroad is a resume builder, however, with more and more people studying abroad each year, it is important to stand out. Just because you are not at home doesn’t mean you can’t continue building your resume and have fun at the same time. In fact, you don’t have to do…
Read More20 Things I Learned Studying Abroad That I Never Learned in School
Most study abroad students decide to leave home in the hopes of learning something new, making incredible memories, and having a life changing experience. However, upon returning home, it can seem impossible to articulate just how your experiences abroad impacted you. After lots of reflection, here are my top 20 things I learned during my…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Florence Study Abroad Bucket List: 50 Things To Do Before You Leave
Florence is one of the most popular cities for study abroad students, and it’s not hard to see why! If you are studying abroad in Florence, then this bucket list is the perfect way to make sure you make the most of your time in this incredible city! How many can you check off before…
Read MoreHow To: Grocery Shopping in Italy
While a huge part of traveling or studying abroad is soaking up local culture and sampling as many restaurants as possible, one of the best ways to save money while studying abroad is to cook for yourself. Your first trip to an Italian supermarket may seem intimidating, so here are some of my tips to…
Read MoreMoving Into Your Italian Apartment
I have now successfully moved into two apartments in Florence. If you are studying abroad or plan on moving to Florence, here are some of my tips, tricks, and observations so you know what to expect when you get your keys. Most Apartments Are Furnished Particularly for study abroad students, much of your furniture will…
Read MoreTop 7 Reasons to Study Abroad in Florence
In honor of my returning to Firenze in just seven (SEVEN!) days, here are my top 7 reasons to study abroad in Florence! You will drink all the wine Situated in Tuscany, Florence is home to some of the most notable (and delicious) wines in the world. A day trip to some of the local…
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