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Au Pair in France: Michelle's Story

“Gazing into the future, as far as the eye can see, somewhere in a far distance, the wind is blowing. I can’t hear what it's saying, I sense it. A movement in my soul is awakened - trembling with wild anticipation. I feel like I am flying, but my...

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When It Comes To Traveling Abroad, Be a Way Maker

A past boss once said to me, “There are two types of people in this world, way makers and excuse makers- which one are you?” At the time I laughed...

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The Anatomy Of The Perfect Travel Abroad Experience

Rachel graduated from the University of Connecticut this past May and didn't go abroad her 4 years at UCONN because she couldn't fit it into her...

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We Know How Hard It Is To Afford To Travel Abroad

Although the economy in the US is rolling along and unemployment is almost nil, we hear from a lot of people who have difficulty saving up $350 for...

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Don't Let Reviews Kill Your Adventure

If the best travel experiences happen when things don’t go according to plan, why do we plan so much? We rely on our participants to write great...

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Finding a Second Home: Au Pair in Australia

I first heard about what an au pair was during my first semester at college. Prior, I had no clue that an "au pair" was even a thing. A classmate did...

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