You’ve studied the city where you are preparing to move. You have organized your flights and made endless lists. The new job, study abroad year or adventure is beckoning. And you’ve nearly finished packing when wham, you realize there’s that one item. Your bicycle. Favourite piece of bulky exercise equipment. Super comfy armchair. Pots and Read More >
Category Archives: Baggage
Get Ready, Get Set… Preparing to Study Abroad
No matter where you going to study abroad, you can do a few things to help ease the inevitable culture shock that awaits. You can’t avoid it completely, and you’ll have moments that range from hilarious to bizarre to upsetting. You’ll be frustrated and disappointed at times, but you’ll also be surprised and delighted at Read More >
Why Study in Spain?
If you are looking for a study abroad option where you can develop fluency in another language, soak up some sun along with some culture and still find plenty of other Irish people, Spain might be just the place for you. Spain has the fifth highest number of Irish immigrants, and it has more than Read More >
Studying in Japan
Are you considering trading stew for sushi for a year? Japan is one of the most popular destinations for studying abroad in Asia. A prosperous, extremely tech savvy country, Japan has a lot to offer Irish students looking to learn more about the world than what can be taught in a classroom. And yes, you Read More >
College and Culture in Germany
Germany’s universities are working to attract more students from overseas. With Brexit making the idea of studying in the UK less appealing, more Irish students are looking further afield in Europe. Is Germany the right place for you? The biggest criterion is the particular programme. If you can find a course that offers what you Read More >
Study Aboard: What to Pack, Part 2
If you are planning to head overseas for a year of study abroad, you should plan ahead what you will need to bring besides clothing. While your clothing needs will vary based a lot on the climate and the culture of your destination, other items are more universal. Some things are essentials, while others depend Read More >
Study Abroad: What to Pack, Part One
Planning to spend a year abroad in September? It might be early to pack, but it is time to start preparing. You can make the whole experience easier by planning well in advance what you need to bring and what you need to do before you go. Making lists can help you stay organized and Read More >
Leaving Cert vs. Leaving
Okay, obviously you want to do your best at the leaving cert. The way to do that is to keep your stress levels reasonable. It’s too late to cram. The studying is over. Now it is time to perform. Eat healthy, drink water not energy drinks and get plenty of rest. Most importantly, remember that Read More >
Finding the Ultimate Carry-On Bag
If you are a frequent flier, you understand how important it is to have a carry-on bag that meets your needs. And you probably have a clear idea of what you want. But if you don’t fly frequently, you might think any bag that meets the size requirements will do. If you’re taking a short Read More >
4 Steps to Stress-Free Flying
If you are going overseas for summer work, odds are that you going to fly there. And you might be feeling a bit anxious about that. Flying used to be an adventure, but today it is more like a survival reality show. Security in some countries has gone from tight to terrifying. Flying can be Read More >