Health & Safety Abroad Category

Blog posts that deal with all matters of health and safety for international travelers and students.

Greek International Student Insurance Plans

May 16th, 2014 by Jennifer Frankel

Are you planning to study in Greece? If so, you will want to make sure you’ve got your Greek international student insurance plan in place before you go. That’s because even though they have nationalized health care, international students will not have coverage under this system. What type of insurance works best for Greece? The […]

Fun Ways to Deal with Culture Shock

May 12th, 2014 by Victoria Troupe

International students come in many different shapes and sizes. Some are experienced world travelers while some are leaving their home for the first time. As exciting as studying in a foreign country can be, many people underestimate the probability of suffering from culture shock. Each culture is unique in different ways, and these differences can […]

Top 5 Ways to Keep in Touch When Traveling

May 9th, 2014 by Ross Mason

Traveling can be lots of fun – you get to unwind, experience new things and generally disconnect from every day life back home. But if you are planning on being away for an extended period, or you want to keep in touch with family and friends, our top 5 ways to keep in touch when […]

Top 5 Tips on How To Compare Insurance Plans

April 28th, 2014 by Jennifer Frankel

Finding a health insurance plan that meets your needs and wallet isn’t easy. With so many options and difficult jargon, how is anyone suppose to figure out which plan is right for them? If you will be studying outside your home country, it’s important that you find an insurance plan that is suited to your […]

Insurance for Studying Abroad in Russia

April 25th, 2014 by Victoria Troupe

Students studying abroad in Russia get to experience one of the most exotic, vast countries in the world. While the size of Russia alone is outstanding, the cultural diversity and educational advantages of this special country are many. But venturing into the unknown comes with increased risks. The change in climate and exposure to new […]

Top Tips When Traveling Alone as a Female

April 11th, 2014 by Bryanna Davis

Although violence against women is higher in some countries than others- an attack can happen anywhere around the world when traveling. While this doesn’t mean that females should avoid travel or be restricted to traveling with a partner, it does mean that being a smart female traveler can save your life. Here are a few top tips […]

The Importance of Sleep as an International Student

March 28th, 2014 by Jennifer Frankel

A healthy sleep schedule is essential for any student to succeed, and yet university life makes this difficult with its constant bombardment of social and academic pressures. These pressures can be even further compounded for an international student abroad; the foreign culture and environment you have entered combine to make even more distractions as you […]

Top 5 Tips for a Safe Spring Break

March 7th, 2014 by Bryanna Davis

Spring break is a time to sit back, relax and leave the stress of school behind for a few days. Many international students choose to take advantage of this break by taking a vacation to either another state (perhaps through a road trip) or to a new, neighboring country. While spring break is a time […]

The Best Healthy Snacks When Traveling

February 17th, 2014 by Bryanna Davis

Traveling can expose you to new cultures and ways of life around the world, but it can also expose you to bad eating habits. While traveling, students are often on a budget and schedule- this means that grabbing something quick is a common way of life. This habit is fine, as long as what you […]

Cooking Tips when Traveling or Studying Abroad

February 14th, 2014 by Jennifer Frankel

One of the best parts about going abroad is the food culture! Of all the five senses you have, your sense of taste will certainly be sparked by interest and curiosity. The food you eat overseas will be a memory whose cravings live on even after you return to your home country! Whether it’s kimchi […]

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