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  • AESU’s Favorite Travel Accessories

    Your upcoming trip is right around the corner!! You might have a packing list as long as your arm or maybe you’re a light packer… Either way, check out AESU’s 20 must-have travel accessories and make sure you’re not missing anything that could make your travels easier!

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  • Want to Visit the Historic Berchtesgaden Salt Mine?

    The stop at the Berchtesgaden Salt Mine is one of the highlights of AESU’s Great Escape Tour. Journey to the foot of the Alps and view this centuries-old mine to learn about salt, how the mine works, and how salt impacted the surrounding towns and cities. The Role of Salt in History You may not […]

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  • Apps for Travel Safety

    Your departure date is quickly approaching and you are nothing but excited. Your parents on the other hand… They’re worried. Despite your numerous conversations about how safe traveling to Europe is, how responsible you’ve become and how AESU has been taking college age groups to Europe since the 1970s, mom and dad aren’t sold. Downloading […]

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  • 10 Safety Tips to Keep You Safe Abroad

    1) Don’t go it alone The buddy system is a must when traveling abroad. That way you’ve got someone to decipher directions with or watch your back while you take money out of the ATM. Plus it’s more fun to explore with other people. 2) Always know the address of your hotel “Are we staying […]

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  • The 800th Anniversary of the Magna Carta

    2015 marks the 800th anniversary of the Magna Carta, one of the most influential documents in history. It serves as the foundation for the English system of common law. On the June 15, 1215, King John met with his barons at Runnymede on the Thames and signed the Magna Carta into effect. This 63-clause document […]

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  • Photo Apps for Travel

    So you’re finally in Europe! You’ve been looking forward to this trip all year- sunbathing in Nice, eating baguettes under the Eiffel Tower, drinking beer at the Hofbrauhaus, making memories that will last a lifetime!  But you know what your friends are going to say- pics or it didn’t happen.  Apps are perfect for sharing […]

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  • Why Did AESU Choose Rijsttafel as the Included Meal in Amsterdam?

    AESU chose rijsttafel, a Dutch word that literally translates to “rice table,” as the included meal in our trips to Amsterdam. But why? Every year people ask the same question. Why include rijsttafel instead of typical Dutch food? Good question! AESU makes sure that you get a taste of the unique flavors of each country […]

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  • See St. Mark’s Square in Venice

    Napoleon once referred to St. Mark’s Square as the “finest drawing room in Europe.” Though it may seem like an unattainable dream destination, it is actually within your reach. AESU offers a Great Escape package that will send you to England, France, Italy, and all over Europe. Here’s one of the great destinations of Venice. […]

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  • How to Vacation in Lucerne without Breaking the Bank

    Vacationing overseas can be a rich and rewarding experience. But it doesn’t have to be an experience just for the rich. AESU, the most trusted name in travel, offers travel programs for college students and young professionals at affordable rates. Each trip is action-packed, informal, and won’t break the bank. So now you can take […]

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  • Enhance Your Europe Experience. Yea, There’s an App for That

    Apps are crazy useful! Did you know there’s an app that allows you to put imaginary staples in imaginary paper? Ok, maybe that one’s not so worthwhile, but these apps are! There is so much information out there about what to see when you’re traveling and apps help you filter out some of the noise […]

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