Australia During my first year of university, my roommate told me about her friend who was working as an au pair in Germany. It sounded like a fantastic opportunity - travel, culture, and income all in one. I knew I had to try it out. I had wanted to go to Australia since I was 6 years old ...
8 Irresistible Reasons to Become an Au Pair Overseas
Job Description Simply put, an au pair is a live-in contracted childcare provider who also assists with household responsibilities in exchange for free room and board and a small wage. They are typically 18-30 years old. The goal of an au pair arrangement is to offer a cultural exchange for both ...
Making the Most of the Spanish Siesta
Guest Post by Julia from Backpack English
Last year I became an Auxiliar de Conversación, with the Spanish Ministry. I worked in a Spanish school and taught English for the year. I packed my things and moved to Madrid, using CIEE as my liaison program to get there. Moving to Madrid involved some adjustments. There were many things to ...
10 Simple Mental Health Tips for the Best Trip Ever
Guest Post by Debbi from My Debstinations
Travel can have a profoundly positive effect on your long-term mental health and wellbeing. However, all the components of long flights, planning, and emergency situations on the road can sometimes take its toll. Here are some tips on improving your mental wellbeing while travelling. Check in ...
Are the Pyramids Worth Seeing on a Layover in Cairo?
I had a 10-hour layover in Cairo on my way to Uganda. I knew even before I landed that I was not sitting in the Cairo airport for that long when what I had waited decades to see was a mere two hours away. When I landed at the Cairo Airport I immediately grabbed my bag and headed to find a way to ...