Travel Abroad Articles
10 Tips from Seasoned Travel Pros to Take the Stress out of Preparing for a Trip Abroad
We've rounded up the top 10 tips from seasoned travel pros to take the stress out of your last-minute trip planning. Go abroad with confidence using our complete Travel Checklist!
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Is ‘Travel’ Your New Year’s Resolution for 2018? Here are some industry trends you need to know
--- Your next holiday could be a life-changing experience. If you’re traveling this year and expecting the same old, you could be in for a huge shock. Whether your holiday makes you a more productive employee, a more conscious community member, or a better storyteller, you can work towards...
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2017 Has Changed the Travel Industry Forever: Here's Why (backed by research)
Sustainable tourism is no longer a niche market, but a growing, burgeoning industry. The United Nation’s recognized 2017 as the International Year of Sustainable Tourism, and a new report from Travel+Social Good argues that sustainability is the future of travel. Period. "2017 has been appointed...
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What I Wish My Parents Told Me About Travel
Go to college, get a real job, save for retirement. Like so many of you, I got great advice life from my parents. When it came to travel, not so much… Here's what I wish they told me!
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Making the Time to Travel as a Professional — Lessons from the Travel Bloggers Summit
Go forth and engage young people about the transformative power of travel and study abroad” was the rallying cry during this year’s Travel Bloggers Summit on Study Abroad and Global Citizenship.
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Read These Great 'Travel for Good' Blogs to Become a More Ethical Traveler
Ethical and sustainable travel doesn't have to hamper your trip-of-a-lifetime, in fact, it can enrich them. These inspiring bloggers show you how.
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Follow These Blogs for Help Traveling Cheaply Overseas
Traveling on a budget? This list of 11 bloggers will give you the resources and know-how you need to get the most bang for your buck while abroad.
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7 International Volunteering Blogs to Follow Before Going Overseas
Here are 7 of our favorite international volunteerism blogs that you should follow if you're planning to go volunteering overseas... They provide inspiring stories, suggestions on how to find high-impact volunteering projects, and tips to plan a high-impact trip.
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Six Golden Rules to Immersive and Meaningful Travel
Simple rules to help you make tough choices when traveling
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The Truth About Travel and Happiness
The notion that travel will make you happy (and is worth the $$) is not always right. It's an unfortunate thought, but imagine saving up for the trip of a lifetime only to be underwhelmed. Bummer! It happens, but it doesn't have to happen to you. Below, I'll share 5 tips to ensure your trip...
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Travel the Way Travel Was Meant to Be
The New York Times recently published a GREAT article on international travel titled Reclaiming Travel. In it, the authors muse over the state of travel which has evolved from epic journeys as told in The Odyssey, Gilgamesh, and even the Bible into sedated, overly populated tourist activities...
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