By on May 5th, 2017
6 Tips for International Students Traveling to the U.S.
Are you signed up to go study abroad in the United States? If so, the following six tips are important to follow before you leave. Consider the Climate If you’re traveling somewhere that has a very different climate than your own, you’re probably going to have to do some shopping to get the appropriate clothes for your trip. That might seem obvious, but you should still do some research to find out about odd weather quirks you may not have…
By on May 3rd, 2017
Homestay Expectations vs. Reality
No adventure quite compares to a homestay. You’ll get to visit a new land for a prolonged period of time with the benefit of learning all about it from people who already live there. Understandably, you probably have some expectations about what this kind of adventure will entail. While there’s no predicting everything a homestay will involve – that’s part of the fun – the following are some examples of where reality may differ from what you expect. “I am…
By on May 1st, 2017
How International Students Can Make the Most of Their Stays in the US
Are you an international student traveling to the United States in the near future? If so, use the following tips to make the most out of the amazing experience you’re about to have. Research Your New Home Beforehand But Listen to Locals, Too Just as you would do if you were travelling anywhere else, it makes sense to research the U.S. city you’ll soon call home for a prolonged period of time. International students can do this by reading city…