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Celebrating International Women’s Day by Spotlighting Female Travelers – Meet Ananda
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EF is celebrating International Woman’s Day by spotlighting some of our favorite female travelers. Ananda traveled to China with EF in 2017 and as an ...

10 international films to help you learn a language
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Watching movies in a foreign language often requires a little more concentration than usual, particularly if you’re new to the language. It’s worth it...

Why a language course abroad is better than a year at school
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A great school with great teachers and engaged peers is one of the most important things in a young person’s life. But when it comes to languages, eve...

10 hidden gems in Perth
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There’s far more to life in Western Australia’s capital city than sandy beaches, bustling river fronts and famous botanical gardens. Make the most of ...

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 university – in which a person takes time off to travel ...

Conquer the language and learn all about Paris!
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The staff at EF really care to make your experience enjoyable -they make you feel at home. You can really see your progress in class and when talking ...

9 things you realize when living in Paris
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There is nothing like being a true connoisseur of Paris – knowing the ins and outs of the city and the ways of the Parisians. No matter if you’ve just...

10 hidden gems on Vancouver Island
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From stunning secret beaches and hidden city gardens to waterfalls with deep potholes primed for jumping into and a regional farmers’ market which has...

3 reasons why you should start planning your next language trip
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In recent months, life as we have come to know it has changed radically. Most of us find ourselves at home working, studying, resting, or even taking ...

10 hidden gems in Singapore
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Once you’ve explored the impressive Gardens by the Bay, shopped ‘till you dropped on Orchard Road and visited the iconic Raffles Hotel, head out in se...

How to start your career as a digital nomad
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You’ve survived university – the ups, the downs and all the uncertainty. Now it’s time to start looking for a job and kicking off your career.If the t...

10 hidden gems in Manchester
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Manchester’s industrial past combined with a modern hipster vibe make it an iconic British city that has plenty to entice visitors. Visiting the reviv...