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Studying Abroad in Lugano: Everything You Need to Know
During my junior year of college, I studied abroad in Lugano, Switzerland. As cliché as it is, it totally changed the trajectory of my life. Before studying abroad, I had only left the country once. Four years later, I have visited over 40 countries and even became a study abroad program leader in my…
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Is the Franz Josef Glacier Hike Worth it?
The Franz Josef Glacier hike is the most expensive excursion I’ve ever gone on, especially as a budget traveler. For one person, it’s almost $500, and the reason it’s so expensive is that you arrive at the glacier in a helicopter. The Franz Josef Glacier hike is definitely one of the excursions that I…
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My Amazing Safari Experience: Akagera National Park in Rwanda
During my year as a study abroad program leader, I was lucky enough to go on not just one, but two safaris in Rwanda! I am a huge animal lover, so this was a dream come true. To this day, my experience at Akagera National Park was one of the most unreal things I…
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I Skipped My Tour of Rainbow Mountain in Peru
Rainbow Mountain is the most popular attraction in Peru behind Machu Picchu. People flock to this viewpoint to see the vibrant colors and rolling hills. As a nature lover, this is one of the things I was looking forward to most on my trip! But when it came down to it, I skipped my…
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The Complete Guide to Cancun For Budget Travelers
In honor of Cinco de Mayo, I thought there was no better country to focus on than Mexico! Last year, I spent 4 days in Cancun, Mexico for under $500, and you can too! It was one of the best long weekend getaways ever, and I highly recommend this beautiful location! Continue reading for…
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This Was the Best Hostel in Sydney!
During my first solo trip, I spent 5 days in Sydney, Australia. To this day, it has remained one of my favorite cities in the world! Something that made my experience so wonderful was the hostel I stayed at. It is called YHA Sydney Harbour and it is located in a neighborhood called the…