Understanding American Culture: A Modern Guide for International Visitors
This guide offers practical insights into today’s America—where casual greetings mix with complex etiquette, regional differences create multiple “Americas” within one nation, and where knowing when to tip, how to navigate personal space, and which topics to avoid can make all the difference in your journey. Consider this your cultural compass as you prepare for your American adventure.
Beyond the Tourist Traps: 27 Spectacular American Gems Worth the Detour
Going beyond the popular tourist places and visiting America’s hidden sites will lead to more unique and enriching adventures.
5 Important Facts about Susan B. Anthony
Discover 5 important facts about Susan B. Anthony, the pioneering women’s suffrage activist. Learn about her arrest for voting, role in the 19th Amendment, property rights advocacy, and appearance on U.S. coins during Women’s History Month.
The Gap Year Advantage: Time Off with a Purpose
We’re all given a map for success throughout our academic career: four years of high plus four years of college immediately after equals a job and successful career. Students are not often presented with any sort of deviation from this plan in order to chart out a pathway more authentic to them and conducive to intentional decision-making.
Savannah’s Unfiltered Reality of Work & Travel Australia
Savannah shares her take-aways on the nuanced and complex realities of her recent year on a Working Holiday in Australia.
Finding Courage Down Under
Indiana native, Savannah, recently returned from her Work & Travel Australia adventure and shares the wisdom she learned along the way.
What is Cultural Exchange? Enrich Your Life Through Global Connections
Cultural exchange is more than just travel—it’s about meeting new people, hearing their stories, and gaining a deeper, more personal understanding of the world around us. And honestly? That kind of connection matters now more than ever.
Two Easy Ways for U.S. Citizens to Work and Travel in Canada
So you’ve set your compass north and need some help working out the logistics, eh? Good news! Getting a Permanent Residence Visa or Work Permit are not the only ways to enjoy an extended stay in Canada while being able to make money. Programs like Working Holiday and WWOOF provide creative and rewarding ways for U.S. citizens to explore beyond the northern border.
How to Overcome Language Barriers: 6 Effective Strategies
Whether you’re working in a multinational company, participating in a cultural exchange program, or working or traveling abroad, knowing how to overcome language barriers in communication is an essential skill. By understanding common challenges and implementing effective strategies, we can turn linguistic differences from obstacles into opportunities for growth and connection.
The Lasting Impact of Time Abroad: How International Experience Shapes Lives and Communities
The impact of time abroad extends far beyond the duration of the experience itself. It shapes careers, builds cross-cultural understanding, and creates lasting connections between people and communities. Whether through work, study, or volunteer programs, international experiences create ripple effects that benefit both travelers and their host communities for years to come.