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Isabelle

Copywriter, commuter and coffee drinker. I'm not particularly obsessed with the letter C but it just so happens that I also like cake, chocolate, and cats. I'm Swiss but spent most of the 21st century in North America. Find me on Twitter with @isabellesagt

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How to make a long-distance relationship work: 11 tips
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Falling in love (in this case with a person, not a place) can be one of the many awesome side effect...

How do I prepare for a study abroad trip? 12 tips
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Studying abroad is an unforgettable adventure. Period. But before you can become proficient in the l...

How to feel at home abroad: 10 tips
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To get the most out of studying, interning, or working abroad, you not only have to learn the langua...

The ultimate gift guide for travelers
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No matter if you need gifts for the holiday season, a birthday, or just because – our blogging trave...

12 best Christmas songs from around the world
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All I want for Christmas is… carols! The holidays are not only the perfect occasion to spend time wi...

How to get rid of your fear of flying: 8 tips
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For some travelers, flying is a frightening affair. Even though it’s a fact that airplane crashes ar...

Learning one of these languages will benefit your career
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Language skills can be the career gift that keeps on giving: Being able to speak, explain, and negot...

24 facts about the Olympics that will blow your mind
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Even if you don’t care much about sports, there’s something magical about the Olympics: Athletes tra...

Why you should study abroad during your vacation
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We’ve said it before, but we’ll never get tired of it: Learning a language abroad is awesome – at an...

10 tips to ace a long-distance flight
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Apart from squeezable ketchup bottles and post-its, flying is probably one of the coolest inventions...

10 reasons to take a gap year now
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gap year _(_gæp jɪr)nounan amazing way to win at lifea period – often before, during or after univer...

Beauty and the Beach: Barcelona Infographic
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Boasting a mix of Spanish, Catalan and international culture, combined with stunning architecture, s...