As they say… “When in Rome, do as the Romans do” What if you are in Thailand, Australia or London? Would you seamlessly fit in, or would you be in danger of unknowingly offending your host? What is viewed as acceptable behavior in some countries may considered offensive in another. Here a few basic [...]
Friday, December 9, 2011 | advice, don't miss!, general, travel resources, travel tips | No Comments
Plan and book a trip abroad right from your kitchen table with
International Student Exchange Card – ISE Card!
Don’t think it’s possible? Okay, I’ll show you!
I’ll visit the ISE Card website , click ‘save on airline tickets worldwide’ and book a flight to London. Now that’s taken care of, I need someplace to stay [...]
Monday, September 19, 2011 | advice, don't miss!, general, opinion, travel resources, travel tips | No Comments
1. Eat where the locals eat. And shop where the locals shop. Skips the glitzy tourist traps and head to outdoor markets. You’ll save cash and get a great taste for the local flavor. Buy snacks from the grocery store to take along in your day pack.
2. Stay at hostels that include [...]
Wednesday, June 25, 2008 | advice | No Comments
People, it’s like the calls are coming from INSIDE THE HOUSE.
Fish,
I’m a horrible… HORRIBLE.. packer. I studied abroad for 6 months in Cape Town and I brought 15 pairs of shoes.( I told you so!) I did some traveling in Africa and I’m still alive and I also lived in Denmark for a [...]
Friday, May 2, 2008 | advice, packing | No Comments
My new neighbors really like each other. You know, like that. You can hear their, um, liking through the walls in three the rooms in my apartment. They are nothing if not enthusiastic. So, the other night when it became clear that I wasn’t going to actually fall asleep while they were going at it, [...]
Wednesday, April 9, 2008 | advice | 2 Comments
Hey Heather,
I remember reading about your trip to Costa Rica. (Although I may be mistaken.) The reason I’m asking is because I am interested in going and was wondering if you have any info to pass on? Any help would be very much appreciated, and maybe you could post it on the travel blog [...]
Wednesday, March 12, 2008 | advice | No Comments
Everyone has their own method of trip planning. If you’re my mom, you start eight months in advance, starting with the Internet, then advancing to the aisles at Barnes and Noble, selectively gathering phrase books and travel guides. If you’re my friend Neil, you just show up somewhere, say, Czechoslovakia, and hope for the best. [...]
Thursday, March 6, 2008 | advice, travel tips | No Comments
Hi Heather
I’ve got a travel question for you. I’ve initially made plans to travel with a friend to Barcelona but she has just backed out on me with two weeks to go before the trip. I know I should be less of a wuss and say I’m all ready to travel alone but what do [...]
Wednesday, February 27, 2008 | advice | No Comments
