How Spring Hatches Across the World
The season of Spring brings rebirth all over the globe. With Spring comes many blossoms, the absence of all that winter brought some of us, and the celebration of a renewed earth. Though this seasonal delight does not show up for every country around the world, it does for some, but not all at the same time. It all has to do with where we are located – in the Northern or Southernmost hemisphere. For example, those who live in
Supporting Black Owned Business While Overseas
In today’s economy, most people are beginning to understand the importance of supporting black-owned businesses. It Is important to do this locally to keep money floating within the community, however supporting black-owned businesses internationally is just as important!
How to Appreciate, Not Appropriate, Black Culture
During each black history month, it’s vital to keep an open mind. Maintaining a receptive awareness of the melting pot that is our world will only have you appreciating the traditions and wonders surrounding black culture. It can be easy to fall into the trap of utilizing practices inappropriately that were brought about by black ancestors for their offspring and lineage to continue in their modern-day. There is a difference between appreciating another culture and appropriating their culture, and today
Courchevel Wonderland
Whether you are traveling for leisure, for celebration, or to broaden your academic background; this trip is once in a lifetime. Courchevel, France. The real-life snow globe destination.
Making Money While Studying Abroad
If money is the only thing standing between your dreams of studying abroad then there's no excuse not to book your next trip because there are plenty of ways to make money while living in another country. However if you're still in the planning stages, check out “How To Save For Future Travel” and “6 Proven Ways to Afford Study Abroad” on the Globally Abroad blog.
Ways To Feel at Home While Abroad
Traveling abroad is an opportunity that most students regret not taking while in college. Just a few of the perks of traveling abroad while in school is that it's often much cheaper and allows more opportunity to easily meet people, and make connections.
How to Soothe Jet Lag
One thing that is not focused on much when internationally traveling is jet lag, its effects, and preventative measures. Jet lag is not a serious issue that requires any medical attention. It is simply a bodily state resulting from prompt travel to a drastically different time zone. You won’t be feeling jet-lagged traveling from Connecticut to California… but more so when you’re traveling to Europe from the States. If you choose to study abroad, which is always an international outing,
International Thanksgiving Day!
The celebration of Thanksgiving and all it entails doesn’t stop when you hit the coast of the United States. Just as other cultures and continents contain different customs, they participate in Thanksgiving in their ways too!
The November of Flowers: Chrysanthemums
In honor of the new month of November, we thought a little history about one of nature’s most beautiful creations would be sufficient to share. Rooting from the Greek language, broke down to the meaning “flower of gold” or simply “golden flower” -- the Chrysanthemum is the birthday flower for individuals who are born during this month, which gives it its relevance. Besides the chrysanthemum variety’s autumn arrival, you can find them at any time of year in many variations