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The ultimate guide to the perfect gap year
5 min read 5 min

A previously published EF GO blog post described a gap year in two ways:gap year(gæp jɪr)nounan amaz...

3 reasons why you should start planning your next language trip
3 min read 3 min

In recent months, life as we have come to know it has changed radically. Most of us find ourselves a...

10 ways to expand your horizons while you’re stuck at home
4 min read 4 min

Having to stay at home for prolonged periods of time can be frustrating. It’s easy to feel irritable...

10 tips for moving abroad on your own
6 min read 6 min

Whether it’s to learn a new language, accept a job offer, or start your studies, moving abroad chang...

Studying abroad can transform your academic future – here’s how
4 min read 4 min

New places, new foods, new faces – studying abroad appeals to our curiosity and sense of adventure. ...

A definitive guide to exploring San Diego
4 min read 4 min

San Diego seems to have it all. Whilst it’s known as ‘America’s finest city’ for its long stretches ...

The only playlist you’ll need this summer
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What is summer without an anthem? Nothing, we say. That’s why we’ve always had an anthem at EF and t...

Top summer pics you have to take this summer
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It’s finally summer and we wish it could last forever. Unfortunately, next thing you know it’s over ...

Having friends around the world will make you an all-round more awesome person – here’s why
4 min read 4 min

Why be friends with someone who lives thousands of miles away? Why not just nip around the corner to...

More questions every first-time study abroad student has
7 min read 7 min

Hooray, you arrived at your destination! We hope that everything went smoothly and your new home awa...

The #trashtag challenge around the world – and how we contributed
6 min read 6 min

The #trashtag challenge started as a simple call to action. It asked people all over the world to mo...

It’s time to start preparing for your trip – here’s how
4 min read 4 min

Moving abroad is hugely exciting and filled with endless opportunities for learning, adventure, and ...