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8 Best Ways To Handle A Country With Four Seasons

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8 Best Ways To Handle A Country With Four Seasons

What is your favorite season?

To be honest, I can’t really choose.

With butterflies and golden daffodils in Spring; a warm sunrise and outdoor dining in Summer; colour-changing leaves accompanied with crisp, cool air in Autumn; and sipping pumpkin spice latte in cozy knitwear in Winter – all four seasons have their own appeal!

Study abroad to experience all seasons in a year. 

If you’re curious about what it’s like living in a country with four seasons, I advise you to study abroad.

The reason is simple: you get the best of FOUR seasons in a country!

Some study abroad destinations that have four seasons are: Great Britain, Ireland, Spain, Germany, New Zealand, certain parts of the United States, and more. You can check out some of our study abroad programs here.

Moving to another country to study abroad is fun and all, but one can easily get distracted by the excitement and end up straying from the most important part – the preparation.

Before we begin, here are some bite-sized facts about the four seasons that you shouldn’t miss!

        1. The correct order of the seasons is: Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter.
        2. Spring starts when day and night are at the same length.
        3. Thunderstorms are more frequent in Summer.
        4. The days can get shorter in Autumn.
        5. When Winter comes, about 10% of the world’s species hibernate.

Moving to a four-season country needs thorough planning and commitment. Here’s some of the things to consider before you study abroad!

Be Clear About The Weather 

Identify the season or even the weather on the date of your arrival. You don’t want to be fully packed with winter gear when you’re two weeks shy of Spring. It will be a literal hot mess!

Mobile applications such as Weather Underground and MyRadar Weather Radar can accurately inform you about the weather of your current location. Keeping up to date with the weather can really make a difference, especially if there is a storm coming your way!

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Hurricane Hound, Natural Disaster Monitor, and Disaster Alert can send warnings regarding hurricanes, tornados, earthquakes, tsunamis, and other natural disasters. These apps will come in handy if you’re living in natural disaster-prone countries, so make sure to have at least one of them downloaded!

Know What You’re Bringing

I was today years old when I found out that there are more than nine types of outerwear.

Coming from Malaysia, a tropical country, I only know one type of outerwear. And I call it..a jacket.

So, when I had to choose a specific outerwear among parkas, pea coats, trench coats, duffel coats, windbreakers, and bomber jackets, you can imagine my confusion.

And then comes the footwear – ankle boots, leather boots, snow boots, rain boots, waterproof boots – I lost count.

Just be sure to know the type of clothing that best suits the season and weather of the country you’re going to.

Your Wardrobe Changes According To Season 

Time to whip out your Fashion Week styles with the seasons and weather as your fashion consultant.

If you’re a fashion lover, you will enjoy the thrill of dressing up in completely different styles in a country with four seasons. Imagine embracing your Hot Girl Summer in Summer, putting on cute floral dresses in Spring, and showing off the collection of outerwear you have in Autumn and Winter.

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Layer Your Clothing Well In Winter 

As the saying goes, “when in Rome, do as the Romans do”. It is best to observe the locals and what they wear, regardless of your study abroad destination.

Girl in thick winter clothes under the snow. 

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Layering up during Winter is crucial as it helps to maintain your core body heat. Here’s how to effectively layer up to stay warm despite the freezing cold:

  • Start with a regular, snug-fitting undershirt. (e.g. T-shirts, tank-tops, long-sleeved T-shirts)
  • Put on a thin mid-layer. Wool or polyester, or a combination of the two will suffice.
  • Wear an outerwear of your choice, according to how cold or windy it is. Top it off with a waterproof layer.
  • For your lower body, put on inner leggings or runner’s tights before your ordinary pants.
  • If the weather is frigid, keep your hands and feet warm by wearing gloves and insulated boots. Put on a cloth face mask for the extra warmth.

I had lived in Korea for four months for a Winter Student Exchange Program, and bought most of my winter clothing according to the advice of my Korean friends. Needless to say, I managed to stay warm and comfortable without looking like a fashion disaster.

They’ve lived there all their lives, so listening to their advice is a smart move!

‘Sunny’ Is Just A Figure of Speech 

Sorry to disappoint, but sunniness does not guarantee a warm day.

In temperate countries where the weather is not excessively hot or cold, you can still feel the chill. The sun is mere decoration in the sky. Even sea temperatures can be cold despite the so-called summer – you can bid your swimsuit goodbye.

If there’s one good thing about it, it’s that you’ll never take the warmth of the sun for granted.

Spring Is The Best Season  

If there’s anything to prepare for Spring, it’s a good camera and picnic supplies.

It is the best time for a picnic or a photoshoot session with friends because everywhere is the perfect background for an Insta-worthy post!

Girl posing on top of red flowers. Image source: Pexels

With the perfect balance of warm and cool weather, flowers in bloom and extra hours of daylight, and not to forget, Easter – there’s nothing to dislike about Spring.

Even jogging feels like a sightseeing tour in a garden of flowers when it’s Springtime!

Embrace The Beautiful Mess of Autumn 

Autumns can get messy.

But hear me out – it’s such a beautiful mess that you’d forgive the heaps of leaves that you have to sweep every day.

It can be frustrating when you have to clean the yard daily, only to find a new batch of leaves eagerly covering it up again. But there’s something about the streaks of red, yellow, and orange decorating the pavement that feels so magical. The whole neighborhood just looks like a fairytale town!

So, be prepared for a leafy mess, or embrace the beauty of it just like I do. 🙂

Summer And Winter Sales Are The Best 

If you want to save big bucks, Summer and Winter sales will satisfy the shopaholic in you. They are both HUGE events in European countries, and other countries are also hopping on the trend.

Guy holding shopping bags. 

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Once you get used to life in a four-season country, you will find yourself anticipating these two sales as much as the locals do. Besides, your wallet will thank you for your patience, because there will be up to 50% percent discount on clothes, electrical appliances, gadgets, and even luxury goods! 

Have a destination in mind but still haven’t chosen a course and university? Let us help you. Just sign up to our website at www.eduloco.com and hit us up at [email protected] or +60 11-2069 9087, and our consultants will guide you through your study abroad journey! 

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Jocelyn Cheng

Jocelyn Cheng

Jocelyn Cheng (JC) is an INFP writer seeking to spread inspiration and spark connections through her words. Her dedication to writing has gifted her with an ability to write for multiple platforms (e.g., website, social media, newspaper, magazine, etc) in different fields, namely Education, Travel, and Lifestyle. JC personalizes her works by adding a touch of her own experience into the mix whenever she can to relate to her readers. A self-proclaimed poet and currently a freelance writer, she's working on an untitled poetry book at home while juggling between writing for Eduloco, dancing, and keeping her only plant alive.

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Best Netflix Shows 2021 To Watch On Your Summer Break

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6 Best Netflix Shows To Watch On Your Summer Break

Excited for summer break?

Well, if you’re anything like me then you’ll find that it starts to lose its luster after a while. All we have left then is to fill the void with snacks and a good show. So without further ado, let’s get into the best Netflix shows to pass the time away this summer holiday!

1) Best Netflix Shows On A Pandemic: Sweet Tooth

Sweet Tooth is a Netflix Original series that was adapted from the comic book. It revolves around a post-apocalyptic world that is infected by a virus, causing a worldwide pandemic. (Sounds familiar, right?) The virus kills many and infects children, causing them to be born as “Hybrids”, somewhere between human and animal. People are terrified of the virus and heavily discriminate the young-borns, hunting them down to extinction. Amidst the chaos, a young Hybrid boy named Gus emerges from the woods and journeys to the outside world, trying to find his mother.

Sweet Tooth is the best Netflix show in 2021 about battling a worldwide pandemic. Image credit: comicyears.com

For an apocalyptic series, Sweet Tooth was surprisingly heartwarming. Unlike other apocalyptic shows, which force you to sit through episode after episode of suspense and dread, Sweet Tooth alleviates that with the occasional heart-melting moments between its characters. It makes for a pleasant watch and reminds us that, from the perspective of a cute 10-year-old, light exists even in the darkest of times.

2) The First Netflix Shows On Chess: The Queen’s Gambit

The Queen’s Gambit is one of the best Netflix shows that quickly rose to popularity when it first came out. Beth Harmon was orphaned at 9 when her mother died in a car crash. She was sent to live in a home in Kentucky, where she discovers her love and innate talent for chess. With the help of a janitor, she goes on to hone her talent, becoming a child prodigy and making her way up to win national tournaments and championships.

The Queen's Gambit is a top Netflix original show about a woman rising up in the world of chess. Image credit: popculturemaniacs.com

However, skill doesn’t come without a price. Beth’s slow descent into alcoholism and her struggle to break out of her addiction is one of the show’s greatest strengths. She refuses to let gender expectations deter her from becoming a world-renowned chess player, but it’s her own demons she struggles against that really makes the series worthwhile. During an intense tournament, the conflict on Beth’s face as she realizes she’s made a wrong move and struggles to not let her emotions show is what makes the series so intense and nail-biting.

The Queen’s Gambit promises you a compelling tale of a woman who is trying to prove herself as a capable chess player, regardless of gender. And that itself makes Beth Harmon a character to root for.

3) Top Netflix Show On Historical Drama: Peaky Blinders

Peaky Blinders is a crime drama that follows a gangster family set after the end of World War 1 in Birmingham, England. It is loosely based on the real Shelby crime family, who were infamous for their theft, violence, and total disregard for the law. That’s where the similarities end between real life and fiction, as the show focuses its narrative on ambitious and cunning gang leader Tommy Shelby, who makes decisions as head of the family to increase their criminal organization and maintain their stronghold in Birmingham.

Peaky Blinders is the best Netflix show about gangsters and crime in historical England. Image credit: theactionelite.com

Peaky Blinders is a show with an exceptional cast and excellent writing that takes you on a dive into the criminal underworld littered with violence, brutality, and organized crime. It successfully won several awards for Best Drama Series and Best Production Design, solidifying its spot as one of the best Netflix shows to binge on without regrets!

Disclaimer: Peaky Blinders contains graphic scenes of violence and murder, so it may not be the best choice for a family-friendly Netflix session.

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4) Top Netflix Sci-Fi Collection: Love, Death, Robots

Love, Death, Robots is an animated sci-fi series on Netflix that uses a short story format to tell various stories. From supernatural creatures to aesthetic comedies, each episode brings something unique related to the three segments; Love, Death, and Robots.

Love, Death, Robots is a first rate Netflix show about robots and cyberpunk.  

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The show isn’t afraid to touch on issues like societal classes and war strife, which combines with creative storytelling to present a science fiction anthology that will keep you hooked through the night. Some exceptional entries are “Fish Night” and “Good Hunting”, which stand out for their bright, vibrant aesthetic and unique style of animation. Nearly all of the episodes involve robots of some kind, but the great thing is that the machines are so different and full of variety, that you won’t be bored even after binge-watching for hours.

More than just stunning animation, Love, Death, Robots does a great job at blending science fiction with other genres of horror, comedy, and romance. Plus, they recently released a second season, so sci-fi fans are in for a treat!

5) Best Netflix Original Dramedy: Bojack Horseman

Bojack Horseman is an adult cartoon comedy that is relatable, witty, dark, and tragic, all in one. The main character, Bojack Horseman, was the star of a hit television show titled ‘Horsin’ Around’ in the 80’s. Now he lives as a bitter, washed-up actor in Hollywood, California, washing down his regrets with alcohol and complaining about everything. He tries to make his way back into the limelight by taking on new acting projects, but his self-sabotaging tendencies are not going to make it as easy as he thought.

Bojack Horseman is the best Netflix show on real life representation of stardom. Image credit: indiewire.com

Witty yet dark, Bojack Horseman is not your typical sitcom where the show does nothing much than make fun of itself. Rather, Bojack Horseman is full of complex characters that deal with their own struggle of depression, addiction, and relationships in a world that closely mirrors real life itself.

6) Best Netflix Shows For Entertainment: The Umbrella Academy

One of the best Netflix shows that grew to be a crowd favourite is none other than The Umbrella Academy. Inspired by the comic series written by My Chemical Romance’s vocalist Gerard Way, The Umbrella Academy introduces us to seven children that were born on the same day with mysterious powers. Raised by stern billionaire Reginald Hargreeves and a caretaking robot named Grace, the seven children are forged into a reluctant and somewhat dysfunctional superhero team called The Umbrella Academy.

The Umbrella Academy is one of the best Netflix shows to binge on for action, thriller, and suspense fans. Image credit: variety.com

They race against time to save the world from an impending apocalypse and time-travelling assassins. This forces them to put aside their differences and really work together to stop the world from imminent doom—because sibling bonds are all they’ve got, whether they like it or not.

The show has great themes of family drama and character development, which really shine when they’re fighting, either with each other or with someone else. It skillfully balances graphic violence with dark humour and emotional characterization—a rare treat, but a welcome one!

There you have it!

Time to bid adieu to the outside world for a while and curl up indoors with the best Netflix shows to make your holiday.

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Tee May

Teemay is a content writer who relishes telling a good story as much as she enjoys reading one. A fan of fantasy and time travel lore, she indulges herself with quaint daydreams of living in a vintage cottage settled deep in the woods. She hopes to achieve this one day, or may just settle with a treehouse instead. In her free time, she practices amateur astrology and interprets birth charts. These started out as a hobby for ‘fun’, but they come close to being obsessions these days.

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