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5 Reasons Why Experiencing Culture Shock is Good for You
March 29, 2013

5 Reasons Why Experiencing Culture Shock is Good for You

How to make the best of an overwhelming experience.
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A Hungarian Revelation
March 12, 2013

A Hungarian Revelation

No one tells you how hard it is, to come back from living abroad and to integrate with everyone again.
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Travel's For Kids
February 25, 2013

Travel's For Kids

Is keeping the kids in school taking the buzz from your travel bug? It doesn’t have to.
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Clare enjoying one of her last days in Nicaragua before she returned to Canada.
January 9, 2013

Managing Reverse Culture Shock

Clare determines that home isn't where the heart is; it's where the heart has been.
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A sunset from Clare's back porch.
September 27, 2012

After the Honeymoon

After the thrill of being in a new country has worn off, how do you experience newsness abroad?
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An Indian Love Affair
September 27, 2012

An Indian Love Affair

Before I moved to India, the concept of arranged marriage in the 21st century was something that I just didn’t understand.
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The Wild Cats of Sterlitamak, Russia
September 19, 2012

The Wild Cats of Sterlitamak, Russia

As Katie discovers, monuments and tourist attractions are far from the heart of a city.
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Jump into the sea of cars
June 28, 2012

Jump into the sea of cars

For AIESEC intern Jackie, navigating the cultural divide in India was as easy as crossing the street.
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June 4, 2012

Overcoming Travel Anxiety

As AIESEC intern Genevieve prepares for her overseas placement, "helpful horror stories" aren't making her task any easier. 
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DIY Dining in Havana
June 1, 2012

DIY Dining in Havana

Havana travel blogger Conner Gorry shares her tips for throwing a dinner party in Cuba.
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Camaro (left) with her YMCA co-worker, Dorothy.
May 23, 2012

Welcome to Ghana, My Sister

An intern reflects on the advantages—and disadvantages—of people mistakenly believing that she's Ghanaian. 
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Found in Translation: Au-pairing Abroad
December 19, 2011

Found in Translation: Au-pairing Abroad

An adventure in au pairing leads to a first-hand look at French culture, translation mishaps and… knife fishing?
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