The Empire State Building is one of New York City's most recognisable landmarks and a lasting symbol of American ambition, engineering and financial success. Yet despite its iconic status today, there was a time when it was mockingly known as the "Empty State Building." If you're planning a trip to New York, learning the
Public holidays in the United States, including both federal holidays and popular commercial celebrations, are a big part of the culture. Many of them are seen as a chance to spend time with family and friends, join public events, or simply enjoy a long weekend. Every country has its own national holidays, often linked
If you have ever asked yourself, why is LA called the City of Angels?, then you might be interested to know that the meaning behind its name is often misunderstood! At first, it sounds almost poetic. A city of film stars, beaches, dreams and reinvention, named after angels. But the real story is more historical
For a two-week group study holiday abroad, students need comfortable everyday clothing suitable for lessons, excursions and leisure time, sportswear, swimwear appropriate to the destination, a toiletries bag and any required personal medication. Language schools on organised study holiday programmes provide all teaching materials, so students do not need to bring textbooks or course
Los Angeles is one of those places you feel like you already know before you ever arrive, but what can teens on a strict budget actually do in LA for free? You have probably seen it in films, in series, or in that slightly idealised version of teenage life that seems brighter, more open,
Imagine improving your language skills with study holidays by the beach. Lessons in the morning with your afternoon broken up by trips to the beach and plenty of fun, is exactly what many students hope for when they choose a study holiday by the sea. It is an option that suits students of all
Looking for the best New York souvenirs to bring home or give as a reminder of your study holiday? Here is what to buy, and where to find it. Being in New York City for a study holiday is an unforgettable experience for any student. If you have chosen it as one of our
From the world’s longest cave system to giant presidential heads and Alaska’s Russian past: discover 10 surprising facts about the United States of America. If you are thinking about heading off on a study holiday in the United States, you are in for something special. This is a vast, varied country where every trip
There is something genuinely memorable about visiting the New York film locations where the characters from your favourite movies once stood. Visiting real locations used as sets brings a different level of connection to a story, especially when you recognise the exact corners, buildings or views that made those scenes so iconic. It is
When a young British student chooses a university, the decision usually depends on the course, the city, and the college sports offered on campus. For an American teenager, however, there’s another major factor to consider — scholarships, especially athletic ones. In the United States, students carefully evaluate which university gives them the best chance
