6 Reasons to Skip Europe when Studying Abroad

6 Reasons to Skip Europe when Studying Abroad

For the record, I’m a big fan of Europe. It’s got a lot to offer in terms of food, history, and culture. It’s easy to get around. It’s fun. But with that being ...
New Spanish Immersion Program / Volunteer Program in Oaxaco, Mexico

New Spanish Immersion Program / Volunteer Program in Oaxaco, Mexico

I was asked recently for a recommendation on a Spanish language immersion program but came up empty. While I have wanted to take Spanish classes in Mexico or elsewhere in Latin America, ...
Travel to Hong Kong – Episode 233

Travel to Hong Kong – Episode 233

The Amateur Traveler talks to Melody who has been living as an exchange student in Hong Kong. Melody tells us what to see in Hong Kong from the very western feeling Central ...
Semester At Sea – What Will I Learn?

Semester At Sea – What Will I Learn?

I have been fortunate enough to have never been discouraged from doing anything I want to do. Parents, teachers, and friends have always supported me. Maybe that is part of why I ...
Life as an Exchange Student in Northern Italy – Episode 93

Life as an Exchange Student in Northern Italy – Episode 93

The Amateur Traveler talks to Davy Fields about his experience as an exchange student in Parma Italy. How much Italian do you need to know and what happens when you really don’t ...