Travel is an amazing way to spend your vacation time, summers off from school, or your entire life. But, it's not all fun and games! Before we leave our home...
8 Steps Everyone Should Take To Prepare For International Travel
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5 Reasons NOT to Join the Peace Corps
Peace Corps service is one of the most prestigious programs available to American citizens. The application process is lengthy, the training intensive, and...
A Day in the Life of a Peace Corps Volunteer
My top pastime in the months leading up to my Peace Corps departure was reading blog posts about what Volunteers do every day. I was fascinated by each one's...
Getting Settled: My First Weeks in Ukraine
Where do I even begin? So much has happened since my tearful goodbye to Music City on the morning of August 11th. I've been in Ukraine for over a month now,...
5 Peace Corps Application Tips
Peace Corps is the toughest job you'll ever love. It is a 27 month assignment in a developing country, with a job in one of six sectors: education, health,...
5 Tips for Studying Abroad
Studying abroad in Barcelona was the highlight of my college experience, from the croissants to the museums, to the late night dinners. I was able to practice...
Hi, I'm Sarah
Welcome to my oasis! I am a writer and budding entrepreneur with a love for caffeine, capital gains, and seeing the world. If I'm not writing, you can find me reading a good book, trying out a new vegan recipe, or adding to my coffee mug collection. My goal in life? To see every country in the world. Come along for the ride!