Every year academics travel to other universities, nationally and internationally, as Visiting Scholars. Year after year, Fulbright Awards are one of the most sought-after honors. Fulbright Alumni are a diverse group of accomplished international scholars who study, research, and teach the subjects that improve our…
Coming to the United States as a visiting scholar requires determination and the right connections. While in New York, SabbaticalHomes.com founder Nadege Conger spoke to Suzann-Viola Renninger, a scholar from Universität Zürich who is currently on sabbatical leave in New York at Columbia University. What…
Nadege Conger, the founder of SabbaticalHomes.com, cherishes every opportunity to connect with members from different corners of the world. On a recent trip to Belfast, she had the pleasure of meeting Mari Fitzduff, a distinguished Irish policy maker, writer, and academic. Mari’s rich legacy in peacebuilding has made…
You’re gearing up for your big trip. You might have decided on an extended stay near a research library, museum, or medical facility, or perhaps you have a writer’s retreat lined up. If you are an international student or visiting scholar, you are probably already…
Whether you are heading out on sabbatical, a research trip or for pleasure travel, the smoother the experience goes, the better. And it’s easier done when the details are in place. At this point, you have probably secured housing for your stay or found a…
SabbaticalHomes.com founder Nadege Conger recently had the opportunity to experience Egypt on a tour with the Archaeological Institute of America (AIA). It was truly a bucket list trip, a fascinating and educational immersion into part of our shared global history. Seeing these landmarks in person was…
We recently had the opportunity to reconnect with author Alix Christie and her husband, Ludwig Siegele at the historic House of Shields bar (open since 1908) in downtown San Francisco, California. A longtime SabbaticalHomes.com member, Alix and her family have traveled throughout the world and…
This summer, SabbaticalHomes.com founder Nadege Conger had the opportunity to travel back to Venice, Italy. It is such an inspiring place to us that the picture of the San Michele Cemetery Island has long held the honor of being the main image on our website…
Travel apps make travel planning quicker and simpler than ever. With billions of individuals traveling every single day, travel apps have been designed to help travelers. You can easily find the best recommendations for destinations while planning your trip. Whether you are looking for the…
Having the time to focus on personal and professional development – and even having the time to take a break – is truly significant. There are many benefits that result from a sabbatical or time off. Research has shown that taking a sabbatical positively impacts…
