Joel Tan

Study abroad in Egypt, the land of pharaohs, fast-paced car chases through the desert, treasure hunters, and myths of mummies wreaking havoc in Cairo. Truly, Egypt is a fertile and ripe land for the imagination to run rampant, and a great location to create the most amazing adventures. Study steps away from the Great Pyramids of Giza and imagine pharaohs walking along your same path. Egypt is a...

“Food is a central activity of mankind and one of the single most significant trademarks of a culture.” — Mark Kurlansky, Choice Cuts. So you find yourself in The Bahamas and get the opportunity to sample the local cuisine: a dish you’ve never heard of and can’t recognize. Do you crinkle your nose and politely refuse, or do you dive into that plate of strange food?

Studying abroad can be a powerful and rewarding experience for any student daring enough to expose themselves to a different culture. This experience, however, is never complete without the occasional travel to the countryside or the exploration of known wonders, natural or manmade, that form part and parcel of a rich study abroad trip.

Tourism is a fast-growing industry in Laos, where every part of its 236,000-square-kilometer land area hides a piece of history or a cultural gem that is uniquely Southeast Asian. This landlocked country has no beaches to speak of, but plenty of possibilities for eco-adventure and cultural excitement. Studying abroad in Laos is best for those who love rugged and unspoiled nature, as that is eve...

There are probably a hundred or more reasons why anybody would want to study abroad in Panama. It’s a beautiful, multifaceted country, offering a wide array of sights and adventures for the discerning traveler. Here are 5 of the top reasons that convince students to travel to the southernmost country in Central America for a year, semester, or summer abroad in Panama.

Studying abroad in the United Arab Emirates is an increasingly popular choice for international students who are looking for a location that’s unique, that provides amazing cultural immersion, and is relevant to their chosen major. For these students, places like Italy, France and Spain just seem too common. Or, they recognize the importance of the Middle East in the world econo...

Widely considered the tallest mountain on earth, Mt. Everest has been the ultimate destination for mountain-climbing enthusiasts and armchair mountaineers who dream of one day scaling the 29,000-foot peak.

You want to study abroad in Asia but can’t decide on a destination. So you pull up lists of programs on GoAbroad.com and browse through each listing, looking for that one factor that makes you say, “that’s it!” While many students settle on common Asian destinations such as China and Japan, there are a few who choose to study abroad in the Philippines. Take a closer look...

Isla del encanto, the island of enchantment. This is what Puerto Rico, a territory of the United States in the Caribbean, is called in Spanish. For most people who have visited the small archipelago, the statement does not do justice to its wonders. It’s no surprise Puerto Rico is an extremely popular destination for study abroad among American students. Puerto Rico has many strong points...

A volunteer abroad trip isn't complete without feasting on local delicacies — and this is as true in Guatemala as anywhere else in the world. Foreigners who are living in Guatemala and staying with a host family are lucky; they get to sample uniquely Guatemalan cuisine from day 1. Those who aren’t living with locals are advised to go out and explore Guatemala’s food culture be...

Morocco, the westernmost country in continental Africa, is everything an exchange student can hope for in a destination, from sandy coastlines to ruins of ancient buildings. A study program in Morocco immerses foreign students in Arabic culture with a unique African perspective, the result of centuries of cultural upheavals. Here are a few more activities students can do, or places they can vis...

If you are a history buff interested in ancient structures, you might think Egypt would be the ultimate destination. Not all the Egyptians wonders are accessible to students and visitors, though. However, neighboring Jordan hosts a good number of very old structures, some intact and some in ruins, that can be seen, visited, and experienced.

Fiji may be a small country but it is a tourism powerhouse. Being on an archipelago has its advantages, which include pristine beaches and secluded islets. It’s no wonder this tiny South Pacific nation gets its fair share of international students looking to spend time studying the flora and fauna of the world’s largest ocean, and the geography of some truly gorgeous islands.

Pick a volunteer abroad program in Malaysia and see both ends of the spectrum plus everything in between. This small but endlessly intriguing country is a treasure trove of diverse volunteer opportunities. As a volunteer destination, Malaysia is the perfect,offering  the convenience of city living with world-class amenities plus the allure of miles of unspoiled countryside. Volunteers can ...

Indonesia is the largest archipelago in the world, encompassing an area of over 3,350 miles. That is roughly the distance from California to Bermuda and it is filled with green lagoons, ancient ruins, bustling cities, intricate temples, and bright blue waters.The country is probably best known for one of its provinces, Bali, which is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Ba...

When choosing a study abroad program in Indonesia, you will soon discover that many courses focus on the performing and visual arts. Indonesians, particularly those inhabiting the southern island of Bali, are very focused on the arts. They are deeply rooted into the Balinese culture.

Study abroad in Quezon City and live in the richest and most populated city in the Philippines. Known as "The City of New Horizons," students will find themselves in a bustling metropolis full of new adventure around every corner. It is known by many names in the local language, including Lungsod Quezon (Lungsod means town or city) and Kyusi (pronounced cue-see; a...

Hawaii is often overlooked when students choose a study abroad destination. This group of islands in the Pacific hasn't always been a U.S. state, though it is now recognized as one of the 50 American States. It was an American territory before it was accepted into the Union, and an independent sovereignty before it became a territory, with its own distinct customs and traditions unspoiled for c...

As one of the world's leading financial centers, Singapore is a sought-after destination for interns looking for quality placements in large corporations. Name a famous company or big brand and its most probably there, searching for interns who yearn to test their mettle and immerse themselves in the culture of a land so dissimilar to their own. Despite its size and relatively small population,...