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Oct 27, 2021
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October is Halloween time and time for all spooky stories. We are used to stories of vampires, werewolves, zombies, and other ghoulish fiends, but many cultures have chilling lore and myths of their own. In honor of Halloween, here are our top 5 spooky tales from around the world.

Sep 29, 2021
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Top 5 Study Abroad Destinations

The hardest part of planning your study abroad is picking where you want to go and what language courses you’re prepared to learn to compensate. We’d like to share our top five study abroad destinations of 2021 that may help you make your decision.

Aug 19, 2021
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4 Great Safety Tips for Traveling Abroad

Traveling to a new country can be overwhelming. Beyond your basic knowledge of a language, there are different sights and customs you need to be aware of. Planning gets very stressful! One of the most important things to take into account is your safety abroad.

Jul 20, 2021
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Top 4 Travel Destinations in 2021

COVID-19 vaccinations allow people to take that destination trip they thought about last summer. We’ve shared our tips for travel safety during COVID-19, and now we’d like to talk about our top four travel destinations in 2021. Here are a few places you can visit while maintaining social distance!

Jun 22, 2021
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Let's Get Married! Marriage Traditions from around the World

June is truly the heart of the wedding season. Summertime is the perfect weather for getting married. The sunshine and warm air help foster the spirit of romance.

This month, take a look at how cultures around the world partake in their wedding ceremonies. We travel from the Western hemisphere to the Eastern hemisphere to see how newlywed couples get married.

May 24, 2021
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4 Hacks to Start Learning Your New Language

Starting a new language is daunting. The first part of starting your language journey is asking yourself: what steps do I want to take to learn my new language?

There are many ways you can learn a new language. In this blog, we’ve compiled a list of 4 handy hacks for you to use when learning a new language.

Apr 22, 2021
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Earth Day Celebrations around the World

Earth Day is a day of connection and education, and Jarvisen believes a healthy relationship with the world facilitates a stronger bond with its people. Earth Day may have had its start in North America, but cultures around the world help spread environmental awareness through their traditions. This blog shows you how other cultures have spent their Earth Day in the past and the present.

Mar 20, 2021
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Spring around the World

We’ve all heard of St. Patrick’s Day. The Chinese New Year—also known as their Spring Festival—took place on the 12th of February. Other wonderful traditions deserve recognition, too. We’re going to take you around the world to India, Mexico, Australia, and Poland to discover how different countries' traditions choose to celebrate the coming of spring!

Feb 14, 2021
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How Different Cultures Say 'I Love You'

Ways of expressing affection to another person differ based on cultures. Grand gestures—like chocolates, teddy bears, and candies—are the standard as far as commercial presentations go. Here are some unique ‘acts of love’ we’ve discovered from all over the world. They don’t always fall on February 14th, but they still capture the spirit of Valentine’s Day.

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