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The 5 Best Cities in China for Students and Young Travelers

So you want to visit China? That’s a bold decision, so congratulations! You made a good choice. I have lived in China for almost ten years (Beijing and Shanghai to be exact), and in my personal experience, not all cities are great places to visit. There are several reasons for it: some towns are touristy, others are polluted and chaotic. Some cities are not a great place to learn Mandarin from the locals, and others don’t have exciting nightlife, or delicious food to eat, among other things. To make sure you avoid these, I have compiled my favorite cities in China for students and young travelers. Read More

Top 8 Gap Year Destinations

Does the very thought of writing one more Shakespeare essay enough to push you into despair? Perhaps it’s time to make your own adventure…gap year style!

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13 Places to Visit Before You Turn 30

Aging isn’t fun, but traveling without a strict budget is. Your college days and college budget are behind you, but StudentUniverse still offers discount flights to youth under the age of 26. If you’re looking to spend that new post grad income and vacation days in an exciting way, read on to see the top places to visit before you’re 30.

Top Scenery in Japan for Your Next Instagram

Do you really travel if you’re not going to share the coolest parts of your journey on Instagram? Inspire feelings of envy and FOMO in all of your followers. Or just catalog your travels to fondly look back on later. If the next flight you book brings you to Japan, you’ll be relieved to hear that the scenery in Japan is top notch.

Top 15 Cheapest Places to Travel in Your 20s

If you are looking for the best and cheapest places to travel and explore while you’re young, look no further. These locations from around the world are perfect for 20-somethings to visit without breaking the bank. It has never been this easy to travel on a budget!

Top US Cities to Travel in Your 20s

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again. Your twenties should be years of growth, learning and exploration. We know that travel inspires and educates—two crucial parts of the “twenties experience”.

Best Things to Do in Johannesburg

When people think of Johannesburg (Joburg, as the locals say), they think about the danger and criminal reputation that hangs over the city. Some are willing to risk a night in the city on their way to Kruger or the rest of South Africa. But once people get there, they find a completely different side to the city. Many are often convinced to stay longer. There is a plethora of reasons for why you should plan to stay longer than one night in Joburg! Here are a few things to do in Johannesburg that really stuck out to us.

10 Best College Towns in America

The best college towns are destinations in their own right, whether it’s a thriving music scene, critic worthy eating scene or the kind of wildlife that makes you catch your breath. Read More

Top Things to Do in Ghana

If you want to adventure over to Africa, your first stop should be Ghana. With amazing wildlife, National Parks and unique culture, it is a must-see. We’ll let you in on the best things to do in Ghana and places to visit while you’re there. Read More

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