Do you regret not studying abroad?No one says, “If only I hadn’t traveled.” Regret may be too strong of a word, but when study abroad alumni were asked, “What is one thing you would have done differently while studying abroad?” several answers came up ...

Annie Bierbower
"Not all who wander are lost." JRR Tolkien
Originally from Nebraska, Annie has a BA in Mass Media Communications and a minor in Graphic Design from the University of Nebraska at Kearney. She has dreamed of traveling for as long as she can remember, and spent a semester studying in Lima, Peru. After graduation, she worked for a newspaper and in bilingual customer service before working for GoAbroad for two years.
Articles By Annie Bierbower
Cambodia is a majestic, calming, and mysterious country. It is a very welcoming country and a great place for both first time travelers interested in teaching English Abroad or experienced educators ready to expand their career internationally. Requir...
Cape Town stands out at the southern tip of exotic Africa as the most popular international tourist destination in Africa. The strikingly beautiful city has a long list of awards, such as one of the world’s “Most Loved Cities” by CNN...
Great things come in small packages when studying abroad in Brussels. Size doesn’t matter when visiting this impressive city. Enjoy a rich mixture of French and Dutch culture in one of Europe’s most important key players in global politics...
Cusco is the epitome of the Peruvian experience. The red roofed city was once the capital of the Incan Empire and is now Peru’s capital of tourism, Spanish language schools, and intricate cathedrals. Lima may be large and in charge, but voluntee...
The United States is one of the most powerful and diverse countries in the world. It has a strong work reputation, safe work environments, and internship opportunities in almost every sector, from film production to scientific research. Interning in t...
Studying in Lima, Peru will keep you guessing from the second you arrive until the second you leave. Diving into this high voltage city is not for the faint of heart, it is for those looking for an adventurous education. The cliffs of Lima drop steepl...
Teachers who choose to teach in Chiang Mai will find themselves living and working in Thailand’s largest and most modern city of the north. The ancient city center is a perfect square, surrounded by the remains of a brick wall and moat, built in...
Bangkok is city that even people who say they don’t like cities will love. You will feel its energy from the second you step off the plane. The city maintains all the characteristics people come to love about Thai culture, from the extremely hel...
Malaysia is an exoctic and tropical location for individuals to earn a TEFL certification abroad. It is a predominantly Muslim country, with an endless stream of superlatives and surprises; from the largest flowers on Earth, to the tallest sky bridge,...
If you are looking to teach abroad in a country a little off the beaten path, which still offers competitive wages and stunning scenery, then teaching jobs in Malaysia may be for you. Visit Cameron Heights and enjoy a cup of tea overlooking the larges...
Volunteer opportunities in Peru can be found all over the country, from the depths of the Amazon Jungle to the snow topped mountains and blue glacier lakes of Huaraz. Individuals who volunteer in Peru will find themselves feeling extremely cherished b...
Teaching abroad offers some extremely apparent benefits, but also some very secret perks. The instant allure of an international teaching career is augmented with tax and salary incentives, professional development, philanthropy, and many more hidden g...
It’s always good to look at the world from another viewpoint so how about taking in that view from the top of the world. Studying abroad in Nepal allows students to experience one of the most diverse and captivating countries in the world. It is...
Easily the most popular city in the Netherlands, Amsterdam is known as the creative, cultural, and financial center, the beating heart of the country. With its mix of cobblestone paths and busy streets, Amsterdam manages to feel like a bustling villag...
Though it’s known for its thriving art scene, opera houses, theatres, museums, and palaces, the magnificent city of Vienna even offers much more than that. Sipping hot chocolate with the snow-capped Alps in the background, and skiing down some of the b...
Singapore City is a unique place so naturally there are tons of unique things to do. When over 5 millions people from distinct backgrounds all live together on one tiny island the result is an overflowing pot unlike any other. Just stepping out the fro...