...yes, you read that right. Even though I am a natural-born U.S. citizen and have grew up in the country all of my life, I still don't consider myself the typical "good, patriotic American." You know, those stereotypical ones you see in the media (sometimes even in real life) repping their red, white, blue patriotism, grilling … Continue reading Why I’m not a Good American
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Bonjour! Considering that I had written about what to pack/not pack for France last week, it might seem a bit counteractive to talk about getting a French visa this week. In other words, this is to say that, for those heading off to France for long-stay purposes, it makes sense to get your visa first … Continue reading How to Get Your French VISA
Along the canal in Amsterdam (April 2016)
Bonjour! If you've ever studied abroad in a foreign country before, then you may or may not have opted to live with a host family. Host families can be a good way to meet locals, practice your targeted language with, and overall learn more about the day-to-day life and culture of the country you're in. … Continue reading Paris: My Host Family Experience (Part 1)
Salut, tout le monde! Planning to live in France? Whether it's for a few weeks for an immersion program or for several years for a working-holiday stint, knowing what and what not to bring with you can be an incredibly stressful process. This isn't the same as vacationing for a short period of time like … Continue reading Things to Pack (and Not Pack) for France
Rebecca Goes Rendezvous 