Tag Archives: Travel

Top 5 SWAP Concerns… Solved!

Posted on September 7, 2012 by SWAP

It’s not a matter of wanting to SWAP abroad or not, you’ve always wanted to; but just when you’re about to register … the concerns start flooding in! This happens to most SWAPPERS, often paralyzed by the unknown: what will … Continue reading →

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SWAPPER Working in the London 2012 Olympics w/ Photos!

Posted on July 30, 2012 by Patrick

Congratulations to one of our SWAPPERS Maddie who is currently working for the London 2012 Olympics! She signed up for SWAP UK last summer and is currently at the forefront of all the Olympic action. Check out some of her … Continue reading →

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UK? Britain? England? What’s the diff? (w/ video)

Posted on June 13, 2012 by SWAP

It’s time to cross the pond. We pack our bags and board our flight to Heathrow. We cruise through the Atlantic with ease and endure the Chicken a la plastic served on board. As we wait to exit the plane, … Continue reading →

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Nerding out on books and travel

Posted on May 23, 2012 by SWAP

Book-lover? Travel-lover?  Missing school? Why not read books set in your SWAP destination, check out literary landmarks, and visit the coolest bookstores in your SWAP destination? Visit literary landmarks in London with Twenty-Something Travel’s handy Book-Lover’s Guide to London. Off to Germany? The … Continue reading →

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“When you get no news, make your own”

Posted on April 25, 2012 by SWAP

Waiting around to hear if you got that job? Have you been told that a raise is coming five months ago? Have you been telling yourself that there will be time to travel later? If you’ve answered yes to the … Continue reading →

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Happy Australia Day!

Posted on January 26, 2012 by SWAP

Happy Australia Day, everybody! If you’re not currently on a SWAP Australia working holiday adventure, here are a few fun sites to help you celebrate from your computer: 1- Colourful Brisbane 2- Josh’s 1-minute video 3- Lauren’s awesome blog: Lateral … Continue reading →

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Call your mother!

Posted on January 5, 2012 by SWAP

Every year, SWAP gets calls from worried parents who haven’t heard from their globe-trotting kids.  It’s hard to remember to call home when you’re having too much fun on the other side of the world! Melanie from Have Snark Will … Continue reading →

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Happy New Year!

Posted on December 30, 2011 by SWAP

Happy New Year, everyone!  We hope 2012 will be full of travel, new experiences, and discoveries.  Where in the world will you be ringing in the New Year? If you’re not sure yet, check out these amazing places to party … Continue reading →

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SWAP to it!

Posted on December 30, 2011 by SWAP

Extra extra, read all about it!  Hot off the Vancouver presses, check out this travel feature about Laurinda’s SWAP experience on Straight.com!

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Adventures in German baking

Posted on November 15, 2011 by SWAP

Katie has left the Ottawa Valley to embark on a SWAP Germany adventure. Follow her hilarious blog for tips on job hunting, issues with German baking instruments, and warnings about Google translate.

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Lauren’s SWAP NZ countdown!

Posted on October 19, 2011 by SWAP

Nervous (and super-excited) about your SWAP Working Holiday adventure?  You’re not alone.  Check out Lauren’s great blog Living it Loud as she gets ready to leave for New Zealand!

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Why Travelers Should Spend Time Instead Of Money

Posted on August 11, 2010 by SWAP

Forget business class and fancy hotel rooms. The traveler’s true luxury is time. More

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The 4 Stages of Culture Shock (And How To Beat Them)

Posted on May 31, 2010 by SWAP

Culture shock.You’re lost, standing baffled in new surroundings with a heavy pack on your shoulders, unable to tell left from right, up from down, phone booths from trash cans or ripoff artists from friends. But this image of sudden shock … Continue reading →

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5 Dreams You Could Experience While Traveling (And What They Mean)

Posted on May 28, 2010 by SWAP

Your dreams on the road can offer insight into yourself and your journey. Tim Patterson shares his own experiences. More

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Sleep in a Shark…Literally

Posted on May 13, 2010 by SWAP

Recreate your very own scene from JAWS right at home… Measuring in at 7 feet long comes the latest in breakthrough sleeping bag technology called the ChumBuddy. Hand crafted with care using soft fleece fabric and 30 lbs of poly … Continue reading →

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What’s Your Travel Personality?

Posted on May 7, 2010 by SWAP

Photo: Wonderlane Figuring out your basic personality type might just help you determine the best way to travel. More

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10 Ways Travelers Can Change The World

Posted on April 28, 2010 by SWAP

Photo above by subcomandanta We’ve all heard about the importance of sustainable tourism, ecotourism, voluntourism and a multitude of other buzz worlds that help locals benefit from travelers. But as individuals, it can be difficult to believe we’ll ever be … Continue reading →

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10 Unusual things you might want to pack and will use abroad

Posted on March 24, 2010 by SWAP

With tons of backpacking lists online giving you recommendations on what to bring, getting ready for your big trip can be overwhelming. You’re trying to pack light, but you also need convenient and helpful things you won’t want to purchase … Continue reading →

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Six Travel Types You Love to Loathe

Posted on March 9, 2010 by SWAP

By: Lucy Corne Travel is all about meeting people: locals, fellow wanderers, enthusiastic tour guides, con men and perhaps even your soul mate. You might set out as a solo traveler, but it’s impossible to stay alone for long. Of … Continue reading →

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How To Travel Around The World By Bus

Posted on February 24, 2010 by SWAP

If your dream is to take time off and travel around the world, there is more than one way of doing it. Typically, people think of taking airplanes from point-to-point, but as we’ve recently seen with National Geographic‘s project to … Continue reading →

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