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If you’ve ever googled museums in Turin, La Venaria Reale has probably come up. You know–the gorgeous estate that seems like it’s straight from a period piece with the amazing walkway and beautiful estate. One of the many Savoy residences (and the biggest I’ve been to so far), it’s certainly worth a visit. Here’s everything […]
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The Christmas market (or mercatino di natale) in Asti, Italy, is well known in the area and well worth the hype! Selling everything from food to artisan wares to clothing, they have a little bit of everything and will help you to find the perfect Christmas gift. Here’s what to know about the Asti Christmas
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If you’re visiting Turin, Italy, going to a museum about money and savings might not be the first thing on your mind. However, the Museo del Risparmio advertises itself as the #1 financial literacy museum in the world, and its exhibits were certainly interesting and informative. Read on for everything you need to know before
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In the main square in Turin, Italy, right in the middle of city center, there are two enormous buildings. First, we have the Palazzo Reale, or the royal palace of Turin, which is the most important residence of the Savoia family. When you’re standing in the center of the fountains and looking straight ahead at
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Remember when your high school language teacher lectured you on the benefits of learning languages? Turns out they had a point. From neurological to social benefits, learning a language will help you. If you’re considering starting up a new language, especially through self-study, keep reading to find out what benefits you’ll uncover. Neurological Benefits First
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If you’re heading toward college soon or transitioning into a new chapter of your life, you might be considering a gap year. However, it’s often vague as to what a gap year really is, what it looks like, and what the potential effects might be. In this article, I’ll review everything you need to know
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If you’re like me, you love reading books about the holidays. There’s something magical about seeing the atmosphere, romance, and warmth on the pages of a book. As the days get colder, there’s nothing quite like curling up with a cute book and relaxing. In honor of the approach holidays, here are five great winter
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If you’re in the market for a cute autumn-y read, I’ve got you covered. Each month, I select a book with characters, themes, or elements relevant to college students and people in their 20s. In honor of Halloween, I’ve picked a cute new release about mystical creatures, witches, vampires, and love: The Only Purple House in
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This summer marked four years since my Fulbright Summer Institute in Belfast, Northern Ireland. While I’ve talked about Fulbright scholarships, study abroad, and studying abroad in Belfast in other articles, I’ve never talked directly about my Fulbright Summer Institute experience. Quite honestly, I couldn’t find the words to describe everything that came out of this
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Solo female travel is incredibly rewarding, but it can also be extremely intimidating. Unlike a study abroad, you’re providing yourself with support, and you have to plan everything out. However, also unlike a study abroad, you have near unlimited freedom and fewer obligations. While there is more to think about, traveling abroad by yourself is an amazing
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