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Feb 10
Interlaken: Night Sledding and Paragliding
Night Sledding and Paragliding in Interlaken, Switzerland If you are looking to travel somewhere that is slightly more obscure than say London, Paris, Rome, etc. but still worthy of a true European experience, go to Switzerland. It is beautiful, serene, and picturesque. Those words all basically mean the same thing…but I’m really trying to get…
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Feb 7
Accommodations: Hostels, Hotels, or Airbnb’s?
How to Choose and Book Hostel, Hotel, and Airbnb Accommodations How do you decide between hostels, hotels, or Airbnb accommodations when traveling? There really isn’t a right answer, more of a personal preference; so, I will give you mine. If I am traveling solo, I undoubtedly choose a hostel which affords me the opportunity to…
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Feb 3
Big Five in Africa, Big Four in Brussels, Belgium
If You Can’t See the Big Five in Africa, Enjoy the Big Four in Brussels, Belgium Everyone talks about seeing the Big Five in Africa, and yea that would be pretty awesome. To see a lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros on a safari in the middle of the Sahara would be a huge check…
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Jan 31
Hvar, Croatia: Stranded While Renting A Boat
Stranded In The Ocean While Renting a Boat in Hvar Island, Croatia This boat rental excursion all started out with what my boyfriend and I thought would be a great activity for the day. I had heard from many people who have previously been to Hvar, Croatia how incredible it was to rent a boat…
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Jan 27
How to Book a One-Way Flight Back Home Last Minute
The Thought Process Behind Booking A One-Way Return Flight At The Very Last Minute When I plan a trip to Europe, I don’t always book everything ahead of time. I do organize everything and make sure I know as many facts as I can so that I have the ability to be as spontaneous as…
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Jan 23
Stories Of Attempted Pickpocketing In Europe
My Two and Only Times Being Attempted Pickpocketed in Europe Attempt #1 in Europe: This whole debacle began with my bright idea to go to Naples, Italy overnight as an add-on to my trip to Rome. I had decided to book a trip to Rome with a big group of study abroad friends just two…
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Jan 20
Shopping for Souvenirs in Barcelona
Shopping for Souvenirs in Barcelona: Tips for Anxious Gift Givers One of the biggest anxieties I have in life is buying gifts for people and shockingly, even receiving gifts myself. That might sound ridiculous…sad to say, it is the truth. I can usually get away without buying souvenirs for my family; however, this past trip…
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Jan 16
A Guide to the Best Harry Potter Sights in London
Harry Potter Mania in London There are so many incredible things to see and do in London. Personally, however, a trip to London is not complete without partaking in some activities having to do with every millennial’s favorite childhood story. There are plenty of guided theme Harry Potter tours, but I prefer to venture out…
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Jan 13
Find Your Niche Studying Abroad: Catalan Choir
Find Your Niche While Studying Abroad: I Joined my College’s Catalan Choir I am currently thinking back to that last week at home before your first time studying abroad, amidst the Target runs for toiletries, makeup, and over the counter medications. Just like any significant change, you daydream about the gorgeous European apartment your perfect…
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Jan 10
10 Helpful Ways To Avoid Getting Pickpocketed
Help! I am sooo irresponsible! How do I not get pickpocketed? As you may or may not know, I lose my phone all the time, leave my purse on the backs of chairs at restaurants, and can’t find my car keys on a daily basis. That being said, I have spent almost two years total…
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