Palermo, Sicily was named the 2018 Italian Cultural Capital by Italy’s Ministry of Cultural Heritage—and for good reason. The region had been conquered by every notable historic Mediterranean empire, including the Romans, Byzantines, and even the Normans. That history has turned the area into a melting pot of art and food, and the best of each of these cultures combine…
Solo travel is one of the most rewarding things you can do; it provides the opportunity to learn about yourself, other cultures, and leaves you with stories and memories you will carry with you throughout your life. However, I always thought traveling alone as a female would be difficult, dangerous, and lonely. The reality is that solo female travel is…
Paris. The City of Lights. It’s a great place to take in art, history and savor the (arguably?) best wine in the world. But finding a vegetarian restaurant? Not what Paris is necessarily known for, but a recent trip there proved that there are plenty of good vegetarian meals to be had. Here are a few of my favorite vegetarian…
Geneva, Switzerland, is often ranked as one of the world’s most expensive cities. However, it’s also considered a great travel destination since it’s near the Swiss Alps, the chocolate it produces has an amazing reputation, and it’s home to the United Nations. As a student traveler, I prioritize places that won’t break my bank. Nevertheless, thanks to some cheap round-trip…
When crossing the street in Copenhagen, people look both ways; first for the bikes, and then for the cars. More specifically, most Danes prefer biking instead of relying on cars or public transit. In fact, there are more bikes than people in Copenhagen! As a student studying abroad, noticing this for the first time can be intimidating—let’s be honest, I’m…
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