Settling in

5 ways to combat loneliness in Tokyo

Here's what Hannah's experienced in Tokyo so far, and her top tips for combatting loneliness in Tokyo, despite making every effort to embrace the culture.

by Hannah Davenport

 
 
Study Abroad

Dealing with anxiety while on an exchange

by Lydia Latham
 
France

8 things to do during the first month of your year abroad

by Craig Debrah
 
Latin America

First impressions from a year abroad in Uruguay

by Kia Marie Hunt
 
France

Finding a family away from home

by Grace R
 
Madrid

4 fun ways to get out of your comfort zone abroad

by India MacKenzie
 
Advice

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by Global Graduates

Questions about Settling in

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Hi there! I was incredibly homesick when I first arrived, and my room was soooo different to my room at home that making it seem "homely" seemed impossible - but after a few weeks, it became "home" in...

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