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The Hidden Costs of Studying Abroad & How to Plan for Them
The Hidden Costs of Studying Abroad (& How to Plan for Them)

By Philip Virtue | April 17, 2026

How Much Does It Cost to Learn German?
How Much Does It Cost to Learn German? Find Out What You’re Paying For

By Dana Marie Paler | October 03, 2025

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Can International Students Work in the UK?

By Seb Morgan | July 16, 2025

Study Abroad on a Budget with NPSA
Study Abroad on a Budget with Non-Profit Study Abroad

By GoAbroad Writing Team | March 31, 2025

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Most Affordable Places to Study Abroad in 2026

By Katrina Bianca Catan | February 12, 2025

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Top 10 Inexpensive Study Abroad Programs

By Katrina Bianca Catan | January 08, 2025

How to Afford an Unpaid Internship
How to Afford an Unpaid Internship

By Elizabeth Gorga | October 24, 2024

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How to Budget for a Gap Year

By Elizabeth Gorga | July 10, 2024

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How Much Does it Cost to Study Abroad in Germany?

By Sana Maguire | March 24, 2023

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Teaching English in Japan Salary: What to Expect

By Farryl Last | January 31, 2023

With fares as low as these, you have no excuse not to embark on your next grand adventure.
5 Tips for Scoring Cheap Summer Trips in 2026

By Danielle Dougan | January 26, 2023

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How to Make Money While Studying Abroad

By Munira Maricar | August 01, 2022

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How Much Do English Teachers Make in China?

By Rebekah Glebe | July 08, 2022

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Which Countries Offer Freelance Visas?

By Danish Soomro | May 19, 2022

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How Much Does it Cost to Study Abroad in South Korea?

By Farryl Last | May 16, 2022

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5 Best Credit Cards for Travel Rewards in 2026

By Jessica Rosa | January 09, 2022

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Janosch Thalmann

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I was inspired to go abroad because I wanted to move beyond traditional tourism and experience a country in a much deeper, more meaningful way. I h...

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Laura Viviana Vargas Reyes

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As a Colombian, I've always believed that my country has so much more to offer than many people expect. I wanted to help visitors experience the re...

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Should You Use Cash or Credit Card When Traveling?

By Julie Ball | January 08, 2022

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12 Best Apps & Websites for Booking Travel Online

By Elizabeth Gorga | January 08, 2022

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How to Maximize a Teaching English Online Salary

By Julie Ball | October 11, 2021

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How Much Does it Cost to Study Abroad in Japan?

By Farryl Last | September 11, 2021

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How Much Can I Make Teaching English in Vietnam?

By Will Davies | September 10, 2021

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Where Can I Teach English With a TESOL Certificate?

By Julie Ball | April 30, 2021

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What to Expect From a CELTA Certified Teacher Salary

By Julie Ball | April 05, 2021

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Leave the Office Behind: 12 Best Places for Digital Nomads

By Pandora Domeyko | March 02, 2021

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10 Sensei-tional Scholarships to Study Abroad in Japan

By Andi Sciacca | July 01, 2020

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How to Make Money Teaching English Online

By Alex Stevenson | June 26, 2020

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11 Architecture Study Abroad Scholarships (for Stability)

By Jessica Rosa | April 02, 2020

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9 Cheap Summer Study Abroad Programs in Spain

By Jasmine Harding | January 06, 2020

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How to Teach English in Czech Republic on a Budget

By Cathryn Fortuna | December 16, 2019

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What to Know About Your Working Holiday Visa Tax Return

By Manus Shortall | December 16, 2019

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10 Italy Study Abroad Scholarships That Will Pay for More Than Pizza

By Raquel Thoesen | November 29, 2019

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10 Jewish Study Abroad Scholarships Worth Applying For

By Madison Jackson | November 19, 2019

Venice, Italy
How Much Does it Cost to Study Abroad in Italy?

By Jasmine Harding | November 11, 2019

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9 Tips for Volunteering in Ecuador on a Budget

By Julia Zaremba | October 03, 2019

12 Scholarships for Studying Abroad in Europe to Apply for ASAP

By Alisa Tank | August 08, 2019

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5 TEFL Scholarships to Help You Become a Teacher Abroad

By Andrea Moran | August 07, 2019

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How to Study in France for Free (Or Close to It)

By Rebecca Murphy | July 31, 2019

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Pinch Your Pence! 11 Scholarships to Study Abroad in England

By Jasmine Harding | July 08, 2019

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Teaching English in Korea? Get Answers to Your Salary Questions

By Rachel Taylor | June 07, 2019

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I Want to Study Abroad But I Can’t Afford It: Help?

By Alisa Tank | June 07, 2019

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How Much Does It Cost to Volunteer Abroad? We Dove Deep to Find Out

By GoAbroad Writing Team | May 22, 2019

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9 Gap Year Scholarships to Apply for Now

By Carter Brown | April 26, 2019

9 Secrets to Finding Very Cheap Student Flights
9 Secrets to Finding Very Cheap Student Flights

By Rachel Bicha | March 26, 2019

The Average Cost of Study Abroad Programs Around the World - A Study
The Average Cost of Study Abroad Programs Around the World - A Study

By GoAbroad Writing Team | February 04, 2019

8 Internship Abroad Scholarships & Grants to Apply For Now
8 Internship Abroad Scholarships & Grants to Apply For Now

By Joel Muñoz | January 17, 2019

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5 Cheap Backpacking Programs for College Students

By Jessica Rosa | November 14, 2018

Best Paid Teaching Jobs in Thailand
4 Highest Paid Teaching Jobs in Thailand

By Lauren Kubik | November 09, 2018

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Teach English Online: 7 Common FAQs Answered

By Suzanne Bhagan | October 17, 2018

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6 Steps to Build Your Travel Savings Plan

By Matthew Handley | October 12, 2018

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Traveling on a Student Budget? You Need This Budget Planner

By GoAbroad Writing Team | September 27, 2018

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Study Abroad in Spain on the Cheap: 10 Ways to Keep Your Green

By Claire O’Brien | September 19, 2018

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10 Cheapest Countries to Live and Work

By Jennifer Lachs | September 14, 2018

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How Much Does it Cost to Get a TEFL in Thailand?

By Lauren Kubik | September 11, 2018

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Is it Affordable to Study Abroad in Italy in High School?

By Danielle DeSimone | August 31, 2018

Chiang Mai, Thailand
How to Volunteer Abroad in Thailand on a Budget

By Jodi Suckle | August 27, 2018

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How to (Almost) Volunteer in Africa for Free

By Kaylan Reid Shipanga | August 23, 2018

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11 Best Countries to Teach English and Save Money

By Lauren Kubik | August 17, 2018

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9 Low Cost Gap Year Programs in Ireland

By Jodi Suckle | August 07, 2018

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9 Wonderfully Cheap Study Abroad Programs in Paris

By Rebecca Murphy | August 06, 2018

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How to Have an Affordable Gap Year With No Money

By Cecilia Polanco | July 25, 2018

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10 Inexpensive Internships Abroad You Can Totes Afford

By Carter Brown | July 24, 2018

How to Teach in South Korea on a Budget

By Lauren Kubik | July 24, 2018

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How Much Does it Cost to Volunteer in India?

By Dominic James Fusco | July 17, 2018

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How Much Do English Teachers Make Abroad?

By Lauren Kubik | July 11, 2018

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How Much Does it Cost to Get a Degree Abroad in Germany?

By Rebecca Murphy | July 09, 2018

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Get a Cheap TEFL Certificate With These 9 Programs

By Cathryn Fortuna | July 06, 2018

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How to Make the Most of Your English Teacher in Japan Salary

By Season Cooper | June 21, 2018

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7 Tips to Intern in England on a Budget

By Danielle DeSimone | June 18, 2018

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How to Figure Out What’s Included in Your Study Abroad Fees

By Kaylan Reid Shipanga | April 06, 2018

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How to Get Travel Scholarships, Grants, Fellowships & More

By GoAbroad Writing Team | April 04, 2018

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Student Life in London: NEVER Sacrifice Fun with These Budget Tips

By Sarah Toyin | March 27, 2018

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Volunteer Program Costs & Knowing What Fees Include

By Cathryn Fortuna | March 26, 2018

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7 *Practically* Free Summer Volunteer Programs for High School

By Kendall Dick | March 22, 2018

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8 Well-Paid Summer Jobs Abroad

By Jennifer Lachs | March 19, 2018

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Understanding International Internship Costs & Fees

By Season Cooper | March 15, 2018

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7 Pro Tips to Affordable Study Abroad 

By Megan Lee | March 01, 2018

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Get that Paper Without $pending It: 3 Countries with Free Tuition

By Suzanne Bhagan | February 19, 2018

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You: “I Want to Work Abroad for a Few Months!” Us: Here’s How

By Aaron Horwath | February 16, 2018

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How to Find & Book Travel Abroad Programs for Adults

By Lauren Kubik | February 08, 2018

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How to Raise Money for a Trip Fast: 14 Killer Tips

By Joe Santini | February 08, 2018

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Paying for Internships Abroad: Your New How-To Guide

By Carter Brown | February 02, 2018

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Here’s Where to Get a Cheap Master’s Degree for International Students

By Carter Brown | January 31, 2018

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How to Save for—and Pay for—Work Abroad Programs

By Aaron Horwath | January 18, 2018

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How to Fund a Trip Abroad

By Lauren Kubik | January 17, 2018

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8 Affordable Gap Year Programs: Awesome Trips with a Small Budget

By Aaron Horwath | January 16, 2018

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How to Afford Teaching English Abroad & It's Start Up Costs

By Suzanne Bhagan | January 12, 2018

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Volunteering in Costa Rica for Free (Or Close to It)

By Carter Brown | January 08, 2018

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Paying for Your Degree Abroad: Student Loans, Savings, & More

By Lauren Kubik | January 03, 2018

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How to Study in Vietnam on a Budget (& Still Have Fun)

By Ta Minh Ha | December 22, 2017

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15 Little-Known Study Abroad Fundraising Ideas

By Carter Brown | December 11, 2017

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How to Cover TEFL Certification Costs

By Lauren Kubik | December 07, 2017

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How to Cover Your Gap Year Cost

By Kaylan Reid Shipanga | November 25, 2017

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Study Abroad Funding—How to Get Money to Study Abroad

By Suzanne Bhagan | October 20, 2017

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The Truth Behind Your Teaching Abroad Salary

By Mariel Tavakoli | September 22, 2017

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The Complete Guide to Study Abroad Scholarships

By Raquel Thoesen | September 05, 2017

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5 FAQs on Financial Aid for Study Abroad Answered

By Jennifer Bangoura | August 25, 2017

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How to Save NOW For Your Study Abroad Adventure Later

By GoAbroad Writing Team | August 07, 2017

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6 Questions to Ask About Your Volunteer Abroad Program Costs

By Mary Ellen Dingley | August 03, 2017

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12 Study Abroad Scholarships for LGBT Students

By Maima Faith Merin | July 31, 2017

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Here are 21 Scholarships for Study Abroad Summer 2026

By Megan Lee | July 31, 2017

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Get Some Green: 6 High School Study Abroad Scholarships

By Rebecca Murphy | July 31, 2017

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5 (More) Scholarships for Underrepresented Students

By Megan Lee | July 31, 2017

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4 Study Abroad Scholarships for Underrepresented Students

By Megan Lee | July 31, 2017

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How to Get Scholarships to Study Abroad Without Wasting Your Time 

By Danielle DeSimone | July 21, 2017

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21 Ideas for Paying for Study Abroad

By GoAbroad Writing Team | July 20, 2017

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How to Find Study Abroad Scholarships for International Students

By Megan Lee | July 18, 2017

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How Much Does it Cost to Study Abroad?

By Dominic James Fusco | July 12, 2017

Highest Paid Teaching Jobs Abroad in 2019
6 Highest Paid Teaching Jobs Abroad in 2026

By Suzanne Bhagan | July 10, 2017

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Why You Can't Volunteer Abroad for Free

By GoAbroad Writing Team | June 21, 2017

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Thrifty & Nifty: 10 Cheapest Places to Study Abroad

By Raquel Thoesen | June 14, 2017

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7 Study Abroad Scholarships for Hispanic Students

By GoAbroad Writing Team | June 10, 2017

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4 Amazing Study Abroad Grants to Apply for Now

By Mariel Tavakoli | May 27, 2017

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You're Ghana Love It! 7 Tips to Prepare for Studying Abroad in Ghana

By GoAbroad Writing Team | March 09, 2017

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5 Money Mistakes to Avoid as International Students in USA

By GoAbroad Writing Team | February 24, 2017

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How to Travel the World on a Shoestring Budget

By Petrina Darrah | September 23, 2016

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Why Learning a Language Abroad is the Best Bang for Your Buck

By Rebecca Murphy | July 28, 2016

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6 Tips for Creating & Sticking to Your Study Abroad Budget

By Suzanne Bhagan | July 13, 2016

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Language & Skills Exchange Programs: A New Way to Travel

By Emma Power | April 19, 2016

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Everything You Need to Volunteer Abroad for Cheap

By Christine Williams | February 19, 2016

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Negotiating Your Teaching Overseas Salary Like a Pro

By Suzanne Bhagan | February 18, 2016

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7 Ways to Study Abroad for Cheap

By GoAbroad Writing Team | January 29, 2016

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The Lowdown on Student Hostels

By Zach Herzog | December 01, 2015

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Why NOT To Travel to a New Country Every Week

By Adrienne Erin | January 01, 2015

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8 Ways to Snag Cheap Study Abroad Flights

By Isabelle Rizo | November 18, 2014

Do a lot of research to find the most affordable location.
8 Proven Ways to Lower Your Study Abroad Costs

By GoAbroad Writing Team | April 01, 2014

11 Ways to Avoid Money Mishaps When Traveling in India

By GoAbroad Writing Team | March 04, 2014

Top Five Reasons to Spend Next Semester in Africa

By Kaylee Morrison | March 03, 2014

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The 1-2-3 of Foreign Currency: When & How To Exchange

By Peter Lavelle | October 02, 2013