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Study Abroad and Travel Contest

There are lots of opportunities to be rewarded for traveling abroad and sharing your experiences with others; you just have to know where to look! Recently, the AllStudyAbroad team caught wind of a new and exciting special where you can earn cash, prizes, and huge discounts - all for writing blogs and using other social media to share your opinions and experiences!

It's called the 'Study Abroad and Travel Contest', hosted AmeriSpan Study Abroad, a study abroad specialist. Participants can travel "around the world" to rack up points and collect prizes. Win an iPod, gift card, Kindle, and more!

For more information, see the Study Abroad and Travel Contest page!

The Glimpse Correspondents Program

AllStudyAbroad is always so happy to come across organizations that aim to satisty the needs and interests of study abroad participants. One such organization, Glimpse, has been a favorite of ours for a while now. Glimpse is a site where travelers can view stories and videos of locations all around the world, and it's such a value resource to those who may be a little curious, nervous, or just downright excited about their travel plans. Most recently, Glimpse has unveiled their Correspondents Program, which pays amatuer travel writers to share their musings!

Quebec: La Belle Province

Quebec is more popularly known as the la belle province in tourism. It was established in 1608 and was famous for the fur-trade which was very popular in those times. Quebec City is located along the St. Lawrence River and this province depicts a distinctive French identity. Visiting Quebec is like visiting the French era once again.

Quebec is the heart of the French Canada where English has to take a secondary position, is unlike any place in North America. Everything about this place, from the culture to architecture, music, religion and the basic way of life is truly different from th rest of the country. Quebec City being the capital of the province has a very European feel to it which leaves the visitor absolutely mesmerized. Modern buildings are few and far between, but the ancient and historical structures are a treat for the eyes surely.

Seasons and Weather in Costa Rica

But when is the best time to visit Costa Rica? The answer depends largely on the purpose of travel and the region, which was under investigation. In general, the high season is considered as the dry season and therefore the best time to visit beach resorts in Costa Rica North Pacific Coast constant, the central Pacific coast of Nicoya Peninsula in areas of the Central Valley, between San Jose and all the west side is between December and April. Tourists interested in visiting the Arenal volcano is invited to go from May to November (September and October, offering the best conditions), while the Monteverde area is large, from January to May. Tourists who want to go hiking in Costa Rica, to see the north-east (located in Tortuguero National Park) and directed to the Caribbean coast tour from February to March or September to October.

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Khao San Road, Bangkok

All Study Abroad knows that many people, however adventurous they may be, are a bit intimidated when in an unfamiliar city, especially when even the local language's characters don't resemble our own at all! Bangkok, Thailand, for example, is a place that at first may seem so different that it's scary. Fear not, because while Bangkok is actually a very travel-friendly city with English translations almost everywhere, there is a place where travelers from afar tend to congregate and brace their new surroundings together - Khao San Road.

Beaches of Spain and Portugal

There is no better escape from the hassle and stress of life in the city than taking a vacation on one of the stunning beaches in the world. The luxury of feeling the warmth of the sun shining on your body, giving you that tanned and sun kissed look. More than perfecting a tan is the feeling of serenity, calming fresh air and the soothing and relaxing water hitting your feet. These simple pleasures are enough reasons to plan a vacation to one of the most popular beaches in the world. Aside from this, you can also feel the fresh breeze coming off the ocean, a great way to combat the heat. Walking on the sand is one of the many things I enjoy while "beaching". We are fortunate to have access to some of the most breathtaking beaches known to mankind. You can find some really beautiful beaches in our world to fascinate you. In this article, I will share with you some of the famous beaches you can visit in Spain and Portugal.

Portuguese Culture: A Beginner's Guide

Portugal has taken pride in being an independent kingdom since the early twelfth century. As one of the oldest European nations, Portugal has been home to Celts, Visigoths, Arabs and Romans. Historians suggest that Portuguese culture is a blend of numerous civilizations, varied practices, and beliefs as a result of these foreign influences.

Variety and uniqueness of Portuguese culture may be experienced by being a part of its annual festivals also known as Festas. They are a