Backpacking through Europe has become an iconic rite of passage amongst high school and college students. It’s dirty, it’s cheap and many say it’s one of the best experiences of their lives. Here are some tips to stay safe, travel efficiently and have fun wherever you go.
Making an itinerary
Although it might seem basic, making a detailed and precise itinerary is incredibly important. Make a plan that caters to your interests to get the most out of your trip. If you have a sweet tooth, for example, stop by Brussels for …

With magazines losing ad sales and folding, talk of print publications going extinct has been looming in the air. When considering the shift from print to the online medium, Mochi’s Gen-Y staff has mixed feelings about the future of magazines and newspapers. New technology sways some of us to go digital, but others are still diehard devotees of the “traditional” print form.
Q. What is your reaction to the decline of the print medium?
“While I understand that the web is the new …

Almost anything can be bought online these days–clothes, electronics, music, make up, and even the highly sought after ‘Mary’ toast. Although online shopping can be a bargain and variety haven, it also can be a curse in disguise.

One way to get personalized and meaningful gifts for your loved ones is to make them yourself! Although there is a vast variety of projects you could make, here are some simple ideas to get you started.

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