student travel
For students studying abroad or racking up miles on a summer break, there are many student-friendly cities that you simply must visit.
Crossroads
As far as I know, Strasbourg means “Fortress at the Crossroads”—which if you ask me, makes a lot of sense. Look where it lies. The majority of Western Europe is within three hours (by train) of the city, which is historically the border between France and Germany (no matter who the city actually belonged to at any given point in history). So, I guess, in September 2010, it makes sense that I wound up there, as I was definitely at a crossroads in my own life.
By Erika York8 years ago in Wander
My Study Abroad Experience
The summer of 2017, I had gone on a study abroad program that had taken me to multiple cities in Ireland. This trip had a lot of firsts for me. It was my first time out of the country, it also was the first time I wasn’t traveling with any member of my family. And, of course, I was very nervous because of these facts. The day I was to leave for Ireland, I thought the whole plane ride: did I make the right choice, and what was going to happen once I had gotten there? Even though I wasn’t alone, I was with a group of people, but I didn’t know all of them that well, so it hadn’t helped my nerves at all.
By Moira Ledinsky8 years ago in Wander
Things I Wish I Knew Before Studying Abroad
Studying abroad is a life-changing undertaking that seriously everyone should do in college. However, there are a lot of little mistakes made once the process is begun and once your feet hit the ground. Here are a few specific and general things to know before taking off.
By Emily Grace Gill8 years ago in Wander
The Time I Studied in Costa Rica and Vactioned in Panama in 3 and 1/2 Weeks!
To kick off summer 2017, I went to Costa Rica to study Human Rights and Serving Learning! My time in Costa Rica was nothing but magical! I ate the best food, met the best people, and had experiences that I would not have had back at home. I am truly grateful for those who helped me plan for this trip, fund this trip, and enjoy it!
By Deja Morris8 years ago in Wander
Marketing Abroad Travels to African Americans
There are a number of companies who are narrowing in on changing the experiences of young Americans of color. Now more than ever, American students are going abroad for education. Even TV, film, and social media are reinforcing traveling for leisure being a part of the young American experience. And as studies have shown, going abroad builds confidence, promotes cultural sensitivity, and provides a competitive edge in the age of rapid globalization. Just like those other companies hopping on the equal access bandwagon, it's time for travel companies to consider following suit.
By C Alexandra8 years ago in Wander
I Want to Go Places
"Ooooh, Lithuania? Only £30 return flights? I'll take it!"...this is the recurring thought process that runs through my brain at least 3 times a week. Not having anything booked is utterly frustrating to me since having an adventure to look forward to is so precious when you're a student; knowing you're going to get your head out of the books and hands out of the empty fridge is incredible. Currently, at the end of November, I have nothing booked, and that disgusts me as it is so unlike me. The past 2 years have seen me venture out on my own, widen my horizons, and gain so many experiences that I never thought I would do at this age. To say that by the age of 20 I would have been to 15 countries (8 of which on my own) is something rare that a lot of people my age would not have done. I owe this to my parents for annually taking me to France from a young age, this had always fed my ambition for getting out there and seeing as much as I can.
By Hannah Tough8 years ago in Wander
3 Things I Wish I Did When I Traveled to China. Top Story - November 2017.
When I was 15 years old, I had the opportunity of a lifetime to travel to China. I had taken Mandarin Chinese as my foreign language of choice in middle and high school, and my school offered the trip. I was able to experience the cities of Beijing, Xi'an, and Shanghai all in about one week! It was definitely the trip of a lifetime.
By Mickey Kyan8 years ago in Wander
The Perks of Studying Abroad
My first experience abroad happened when I was 14. The ninth-grade end-of-the-year trip was to London, and I couldn’t be more excited. What was I going to see? I had been preparing for the trip all year long. World History class was exciting since I was going to be visiting some of the places we discussed. I was ready for this experience, and let’s just say, I wasn’t disappointed. I loved everything about London. The sights, the food, the people, etc. The experience was surreal! On the flight back home, I vowed I would be going abroad again. That’s right, I was bitten by the travel bug!
By Kayla Baptiste8 years ago in Wander
The Opening
I couldn't believe that I was in India. Looking over to my left was an alarm clock blinking 10:30 am. At this time the TV was still on, its introductory screen slowly coming in and out of actual sound in the room and my consciousness as well. I had flown into the dark, bustling city at 3 am just hours previously. It seemed that Chennai didn't need sleep, but I definitely did. Hundreds had lined up outside the airport to take guests to places around the city. I had found my connection somehow and then there was a taxi ride on a dirt road surrounded by rush hour traffic. It was dark all the while, although something in the air sensed the early day was beckoning itself in. The flight previously had been equivalent to about two days of flying. The experience was possibly close to being flushed down a toilet and arriving in another world. "Was it possible to be water logged by time?" I felt that right then. Outside people were now working in the blazing daylight. I was in the cool interior of a room. India was packed tightly around me, but there was no judgement. Everybody lived together, weaved in together, made sense together. This was apparent and it was new and unique. I was there to attend "The Oneness Partners Course" with Oneness University. It was a process that I had started four years prior. A deep Chennai sun blossomed slowly over the sky lighting up the world for millions of people as they began another day in their life. I just happened to be present as well in that part of the world. My life was weaving in with India I realized right then.
By Sound And The Messenger9 years ago in Wander
Being Home After 5 Months of Living Abroad
How My Conversations About Being Home from Exchange Start and End “Hey Kate! How are you?”“Yeah, I’m still adjusting to being home.”“Oh yeah, jet lag must really suck.”“No, I’m not jet lagged everything is just different here and it’s weird.”“Oh that’s cool, you know I went to Europe once! I went to Italy for a few days, it was awesome!”
By Kate Korte9 years ago in Wander
