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13 Unhinged Things That Are Normal in Sydney

When you picture Sydney, you probably think of beaches, sunshine, and people saying “no worries” while holding a flat white. And yes, you’ll get all of that. But what no one really prepares you for is just how… unhinged some of the everyday stuff is.

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Don’t Pack These: What You’ll Regret Bringing to Sydney (and What You’ll Wish You Had)

Packing for your study abroad semester feels like preparing for a fashion show, a beach vacation, and a zombie apocalypse all at once. But here’s the truth: you’re going to bring too much and still forget the important stuff (been there, overpacked that).

Everything I Wish I Knew Before Studying Abroad in Sydney

Studying abroad in Sydney sounds like a dream, and don’t get me wrong, it totally is. Beaches! Accents! Tim Tams! But there’s also a whole world of “wait… what?” moments no one preps you for.

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Where to Live in Sydney as a Study Abroad Student: A Guide to the Best Suburbs

Moving across the world is overwhelming enough, and choosing where to live in Sydney can feel like a challenge of its own. Do you want to live near campus or the beach? In a quiet neighborhood or somewhere with a great social scene?

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The Ultimate Sydney Bucket List: Must-Do Experiences While Studying Abroad

Let’s be real. Studying abroad is not just about studying, it’s about living your best life in a brand new city. And Sydney got it all. Beaches, brunch, wildlife that could fight you, and sunsets that will make you emotional for no reason. So whether you’re a planner or a "go with the flow, but like with an itinerary" type, here’s your must-do list for a semester in Sydney.

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10 Things No One Tells You About Sydney

The study abroad truths they forgot to mention Sydney is a dream. Beaches, sunshine, accents that make you melt. But there’s a side of Sydney that no study abroad brochure or TikTok recap really prepares you for. And if you’re going to do this city right, you deserve the full picture. So here it is. The good, the bad, and the “wait… what?”

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Study Abroad in Sydney: The Pros and Cons (Compared to Other Cities)

What You Actually Need to Know Before Choosing Your Destination If you're deciding where to study abroad, you’ve probably heard the usual contenders: Florence. London. Barcelona. Maybe even Tokyo or Cape Town. And then there’s Sydney. Sunny, beachy, and somehow both chill and cosmopolitan. But how does it really compare to the typical study abroad cities?

Should You Study Abroad? The Real Talk You Need Before Booking That Flight

The Real Talk You Need Before Booking That Flight. So you’ve seen the highlight reels. Friends in front of the Eiffel Tower, riding scooters through Bali, kissing kangaroos in Australia. It looks amazing, and it is. But here’s what the Instagram captions don’t say: Studying abroad is life-changing, but it’s also messy, lonely, expensive, and sometimes straight-up overwhelming. So, how do you know if it’s right for you? Let’s talk about it.