Studying and Teaching Abroad: Interview with Mike Dawson

Studying and Teaching Abroad: Interview with Mike Dawson

Mike Dawson has visited thirty-six countries within five continents, and has lived in four different countries, all for work and school programs. Currently, he works for a non-profit organization, managing technology programs in developing countries. In another article, we'll dig into his current work, but for today, we are going to look at his earlier travel experiences through studying and teaching abroad.

Transportation in Europe Part 2: City to City

Transportation in Europe Part 2: City to City

If you are planning a trip Europe this year, you know you need to buy a plane ticket, but have you thought about how to get around once you get there? Often times, transportation can be the most confusing and frustrating element of people’s vacations, but it doesn’t have to be. In this two-part post, I’m going to explain your options and provide online resources that will help you. I’ll be focusing on Europe specifically, but much of this information will be applicable all over the world. In Part 1, we looked at how to get around within a city. Now, in Part 2, we will explore how to get from one city to the next.

Transportation in Europe Part 1: Within a City

Transportation in Europe Part 1: Within a City

If you are planning on going to Europe this year, you know you need to buy a plane ticket, but have you thought about how to get around once you get there? Often times, transportation can be the most confusing and frustrating element of people’s trips, but it doesn’t have to be. In this two-part post, I’m going to lay out your options and provide online resources that will help. I’ll be focusing on Europe specifically, but much of this information will be applicable all over the world. In Part 1, we are going to look at how to get around within a city. Next, in Part 2, we will explore how to get from one city to the next.

10 Travel Websites for Your Next Vacation

10 Travel Websites for Your Next Vacation

I love discovering new travel websites that provide helpful and fun tools before and during trips. Sometimes it can be difficult to trust online recommendations. You haven’t been there and you don’t know any better. That is why I always try out new websites in Seattle, where I live. This way I can test out if the site is just listing the same mumbo jumbo tourist spots that every destination guide lists, or if there are interesting and authentic ideas. Here are some of my favorites that pass my local test.