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Airline ticket prices have reflected the increase in the cost of airplane fuel that has been rising over the past few years. For all the nomads with nagging wanderlust, this expensive shift has caused many of us to work odd jobs (I’ve had jobs removing staples, drink vendor in the stands at sports games and even selling spa promotions on the street) in order to fulfil the high prices asked of us. However, it isn’t just that tickets are more expen...

Take a giant step back in time to the Land of the Inca and surround yourself with unparalleled cultural sites, a rich and diverse history, and so much more waiting to be discovered. Exploring the Amazon and hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu are just a couple of the once in a lifetime experiences you will find in Peru. Improve your Spanish or begin learning as you work alongside the locals. Peru is the ideal place to reset, reinvigorate, ...

November is Panama’s Independence month: Nov. 3 celebrates the country’s independence from Colombia, Nov. 4 is Flag Day, Nov. 10 celebrates the country’s “first cry” of independence from Spain, and Nov. 28 is the anniversary of the country’s full independence from Spain. Nov. 3 is the country’s biggest celebration and features parades, fireworks, public music and dancing performances, and more.     Understanding the importance of one of...

Ireland is one of the most photogenic places on Earth. It is dramatic, windswept, and rugged, the perfect getaway for those who enjoy an intertwining of nature and culture. Rooted in Gaelic past, Ireland can even be seen as the birthplace of Halloween since the Gaelic Festival of Samhain is considered the precursor to our present day holiday. Intern abroad in the Emerald Isle and take the time to explore a future career. This opportunity to ...

Tokyo. London. Paris. New York City. Rio de Janeiro. All of these locations exhibit the bustling, thriving, congested characteristics that fulfil our expectations of major cities. When people begin to travel abroad, they typically travel to popular locations such as capitals and other major destinations because these places are well established for tourists with comfortable accommodations and people have established a knack for multiple languages...

Des Moines is named after the Des Moines River, which means ‘River of the Monks’. According to the 2010 census results, Des Moines’ population is 203,433, however more recent estimates have the current population at more like 594,600.  This city is home to many insurance companies, making it the largest industry. ‘Business Wire’ voted Des Moines the ‘third largest insurance capital’ in the world. In the beginning of 20th century, the lo...

Marine wildlife doesn't only refer to dolphins, seals and whales- fish are just as important in the balance of our marine ecosystems. Fish are what feed all those other majestic critters that are often more popular subjects for volunteer projects, but if we didn’t have anymore fish not only would we lose dolphins and sharks, but humans would suffer the consequences as well. One particular fish that has a major impact on the ecosystem are salmon. ...

In today’s competitive work environment, knowing two or more languages is crucial to professional success. Consider learning Portuguese in Portugal as you expand your horizons. Portuguese is a valuable language to know for the countries and people that speak it worldwide, especially in countries with growing and stable economies. This is a fun and interesting language to learn and relatively easy compared with many others. Do a language stud...

When you’re abroad, the number of people that you meet while travelling are almost innumerable, but the people that you will build lasting relationships with and maintain contact with are a select few. Once in awhile, you meet a very special soul that you connect with on a level above the rest. However, as nomads, whether you were lucky enough to spend some significant time developing a relationship with this person, or if you were only able to s...

Tennessee is the 17th most densely populated state in the United States. It is based in the American South. The city of Memphis sits on the confluence of two rivers – the Wolf and Mississippi. It is the largest city in Tennessee and the 20th largest in the United States. While Tennessee is a laid back state in all, Memphis is a resplendent city with a vibrant student populace, resplendent art, a deep and rich musical culture, and a charming appea...