Hi! My name is Madison and I am a part of the teen language camp for Fukuoka Japan. I am currently sitting in Shanghai after…
First Time Traveler

Differences Between French and American Culture from a First Time Traveler’s Perspective
It’s a beautiful summer evening in the small city of Tarbes, France, where I’ve been living with my host family for the past two weeks.…
I thought I knew pretty well what to expect of Spain’s culture and how to handle the culture shock, but I was still caught completely…

From Studying Abroad to Cultural Experiences at Home, How to Pursue Your Dream of Global Exploration
No matter what stands between you and an international exchange program, consider how other options can help you navigate through your current roadblocks. There is…
Travel should be accessible to everyone, which is why our First Time Traveler Scholarships are given to those who have never had the chance to…
I came alone but I never really felt alone – this is what I said a few months ago during an interview about the Greenheart…
We all make mistakes, and when you travel across the world there are even more opportunities to mess up. One of the easiest areas to…

Expectations vs Realities of Thailand: How it Feels to Come Home After Living Abroad
Looking back at some of my writing from last February, I see a lot of “want” and “wish” for the future of my Thailand adventure.…
Around the time I was thinking about traveling to Spain, I never thought that staying with a host family would have such a huge impact…

What Thai People Think of Americans: A First Time Traveler’s Perspective on Teaching Abroad
Why is English Education Important to Thai Students? We talked about this during our of orientation. English Education is important to students because it offers…