A sabbatical is one of academia’s real perks, a stretch of time to focus on personal and professional growth well outside the daily routine. But it takes planning. Here is what you need to know to make the most of your leave.
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Life is busy, so when a sabbatical arrives, it helps to make that time purposeful. We put together a list of things to consider, part academic inquiry and part personal bucket list, to help you make the most of your journey.
If you work in academia and want to travel for sabbatical, research, or a conference, SabbaticalHomes helps you find temporary housing or a tenant for your own home. Here is how to make the platform work for you, whichever side of the exchange you are on.
A London member who lists a sunny, refurbished attic room, ideal for a researcher or PhD student, wrote to us with a common question. Should she request a security deposit? We look at what to weigh when you open your home to others.
We are excited to introduce guest blogger Mimouna Mahdaoui, who has worked in travel and education since moving to London several years ago and is as passionate about infographics as she is about cheese. She shares how a sabbatical can revive your career.
You Can Take Six Months Off is a new book by adventurer Tomer Lanis, and we recommend adventurous travelers pick up a copy. Can you really afford six months away with your family? The idea may sound daunting, but the book makes the case.
Whether you are visiting a place briefly or settling in for a long academic sabbatical, trying to take in everything a destination offers can feel overwhelming. This piece shares how to slow down and make the most of your travel experience.
A sabbatical offers the perfect setting for deep, uninterrupted research, but it can be an adjustment after a regular school schedule. We outlined a few key points to keep in mind so you can make the most of your time away.
Your bags are packed and your sabbatical is about to begin, but will you be using your computer and phone while you are away? Of course you will. We broke down a travel tech checklist so nothing essential gets left behind.
Students are pushed to map out their academic path as early as high school, which can make a gap year seem puzzling or intimidating. This piece looks at the real benefits of stepping off the track for a year before charging ahead.