Author

Ian Lim Bonner

Ian grew up in Akron, OH, and now lives in Providence, RI. He fell in love with traveling after studying at Lancaster University in England in 2013. Since then, Ian has taken a backpacking trip around the UK and two more around Europe. In 2016, he spent six months living and working in New Zealand. In 2017, Ian will begin a Master's Degree in International Higher Education as part of the global, online cohort of students at Loyola University Chicago. This program will allow Ian to study with students from all around the world and take classes in Ho Chi Minh City and Rome. He hopes this program will lead him to a career in study abroad coordinating and advising.

Living Overseas

Five Self-Guided Day Tours in London

Ian Lim Bonner Jul 5, 2017

Five Self-Guided Day Tours in London The home of Shakespeare, the Rosetta Stone, and Beefeaters is a spectacular place to vacation. When touring London for the first time, it can be…
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Living Overseas

Cornwall: England’s Best Kept Secret

Ian Lim Bonner May 24, 2017

When traveling abroad to England, it is important to see the obvious main attractions and indulge in Beatles and Harry Potter memorabilia. London is truly a remarkable city and…
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Living Overseas

Iceland: Progress with a Backdrop of Beauty

Ian Lim Bonner May 23, 2017

Iceland: Progress with a Backdrop of Beauty Iceland is an island filled with mountains, glaciers, and waterfalls. It is a theme park for geologists and environmentalists. It is also…
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Living Overseas

Six Resources to Help Plan Your Next Adventure

Ian Lim Bonner May 11, 2017

If you scrutinize your travel plans as much as I do, you are constantly searching for the best resources to help with the planning process. Like me, you may also use these resources to…
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Living Overseas

Edinburgh, Scotland – The Land of Camelot and Single Malt

Ian Lim Bonner Feb 28, 2017

Sitting on top of Arthur’s Seat, I looked out over the beautiful city of Edinburgh. Arthur’s Seat provides its visitors with a 360˚ view of Scotland’s capital city, Edinburgh. This big…
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Living Overseas

Interview: International Education Internship in New Zealand

Ian Lim Bonner Jan 18, 2017

Interview: International Education Internship in New Zealand Jana is an amazing woman who was working with university students in Wellington as an internship she designed for graduate…
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Living Overseas

Interview: Teaching English in Japan

Ian Lim Bonner Jan 10, 2017

I met Ashley in Queenstown on my way to Fiordland National Park. We were both staying one night before continuing our travels. Ashley was the perfect person to meet on a short stay,…
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Living Overseas

Interview: Teaching English in Thailand

Ian Lim Bonner Nov 23, 2016

I met Rachel in Queenstown during my first few days in New Zealand. I had the pleasure of spending three days with her and her best friend. Rachel is a fellow American living and…
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Living Overseas

Why Studying Abroad is Important

Ian Lim Bonner Oct 11, 2016

Two weeks before turning twenty-one, I was sitting on a plane flying high over the Atlantic Ocean. I was headed to England for a semester abroad. Before this moment, I had never set…
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Living Overseas

The Best Restaurant in Prague

Ian Lim Bonner Oct 1, 2016

The Czech Republic is well known for its popular beer and its people’s outrageous ability to consume mass quantities of the delicious alcoholic beverage. Unfortunately, this often…
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Living Overseas

Hiking Key Summit, New Zealand

Ian Lim Bonner Sep 30, 2016

Key Summit is a short day-hike in Fiordland National Park. The hike is a small part of the Routburn Track, which is one of the great walks in New Zealand. Key Summit is just one of the…
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Living Overseas

My Favorite 5 things to do in Prague

Ian Lim Bonner Sep 19, 2016

5. Prague Castle View from Petrin Hill The complex of buildings that make up Prague Castle sits on a hill overlooking the city. The castle’s historical richness can be seen through…
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Residency and Citizenship

Obtaining a Working Holiday Visa for New Zealand

Ian Lim Bonner Sep 13, 2016

If you are a U.S. citizen, obtaining a temporary work visa for New Zealand is quick and simple. Even though I had studied abroad in England in 2013, living full-time in a different…
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Living Overseas

Wellington is for Beer Lovers: The six best beer bars in New Zealand’s capital

Ian Lim Bonner Sep 5, 2016

The capital city of New Zealand is fantastic for craft beer bars. It is also home to Garage Project, one of the best breweries in Oceania. Craft beer is quickly becoming popular in…
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