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CEA Alicante On-site Ambassador: Study Abroad From the Other Side
Tapas y Canas is something that my local friends and I do regularly together., Now that I am on the other side of the study abroad process, I realize that the work doesn't end after the students arrive., It is the onsite staff’s responsibility to help students get the most out of their time abroad and ensure a complete cultural experience., In this on-site Ambassadorship role, I’ve learned that there is a lot of preparation and planning that goes into studying abroad., But I realized that it’s not really work when you love what you’re doing and when students appreciate the time and effort you put into help making their experience unforgettable., CEA Alicante On-site Ambassador: Study Abroad From the Other Side
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2014/05/28/cea-alicante-on-site-ambassador-study-abroad-from-the-other-sideCoffee in Colombia
And while studying abroad in Bogotá, you will discover amazing hidden gems where you can cozy up with a hot cup o’ joe and study, read, or catch up with friends., Masa gets very busy, so it’s not a great place to camp out all day but a good stop for a meal or coffee with friends., This centrally located café is a hidden oasis in the midst of the city’s hustle and bustle, where you can spend time studying or hanging out with friends in the backyard garden., They also serve breakfast and lunch, making this an ideal location in which to spend an extended amount of time.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2018/08/15/coffee-in-colombiaPrepping for Prague
As February 3 is approached, the idea of studying abroad in Prague is becoming all the more real., My apartment in Prague One of the most exciting things though about studying abroad is the chance to see friends all over Europe., I will be making the most of my four months abroad by seeing and doing as much as possible.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/02/11/prepping-for-pragueWhat No One Tells You About Studying Abroad: The Good and The Bad
What No One Tells You About Studying Abroad in Paris Emily in Paris., Studying abroad is a time of challenges, changes, and growth., It did, however, give us the opportunity and freedom to be tourists and make friends over a croissant before obligations and responsibilities set in., You’re going to have high highs, a spontaneous trip to Greece with your friends, and low lows, eating ice cream, and crying watching Sweet Home Alabama., I worked at my internship virtually, which meant I had to plan my days on my own making sure I was getting my work done on time., What No One Tells You About Studying Abroad: The Good and The Bad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2022/09/07/what-no-one-tells-you-about-studying-abroad-the-good-and-the-bad4 Tips for a Fulfilling Study Abroad Experience In and Around Your Host City
There’s no denying that the world of study abroad has changed due to the circumstances brought on by COVID-19., Although my study abroad experience was cut short due to COVID-19, I made it a point to absorb all that my host city and surrounding area had to offer during the first half of my abroad experience., Making the most of this easy mode of transportation is a great way to take fun, fulfilling trips with those in your program to the places less-traveled around your host city!, Exploration can be relaxing, and whether you choose to go solo or bring a few friends along, you’re sure to remember the moments where you took in everything about your host city., Study abroad has been shaped in dynamic ways as a result of COVID-19., 4 Tips for a Fulfilling Study Abroad Experience In and Around Your Host City
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2020/09/08/4-tips-for-a-fulfilling-study-abroad-experience-in-and-around-your-host-cityHow to Stick to Your Dietary Needs While Studying Abroad
If you’re at all like me, you might be worried about finding foods that meet your dietary needs while you’re abroad., While this is a worry that set in for me just before I went abroad, I quickly realized I didn’t need to fear!, Here are a few tips for making sure your dietary needs are met while you’re studying abroad: 1., Taking advantage of this information has helped me and many of my friends who have specific dietary needs feel comfortable within the food scene!, Everyone can feel this way abroad, no matter what you need to eat!, How to Stick to Your Dietary Needs While Studying Abroad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2020/02/21/how-to-stick-to-your-dietary-needs-while-studying-abroadMy Experience with CEA French Riviera
Throughout my entire study abroad experience, I have been extremely impressed with CEA (and this is not because I am blogging for them)., home away from home Another thing different about CEA that I didn't find with other study abroad providers is all the excursions they take us on., Learned about wine making at a vineyard with a wine tasting, volunteer on Nettoyons La Nature in Theoule Sur Mer., The dinner was amazing (of course, we're in France), very different than an America Thanksgiving dinner but the concept of friends gathering together to celebrate what they are thankful for remained the same.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2018/01/15/my-experience-with-cea-french-rivieraA Tale of Two New CEA Cities
I was able to visit Amsterdam twice in total during my time studying abroad., The warm waffles melt in your mouth, making each bite better than the last., The cod has outstanding quality and is deliciously flavored, making for a great lunch., My friends and I ordered from different vendors and ate family-style., Honestly, they are a great way to spend an afternoon with some newfound friends.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/07/31/a-tale-of-two-new-cea-citiesMy Journey: Studying Abroad as a First-Generation College Student
“A dream come true” is how I describe my study abroad program experience to anyone who asks., He would tell me how he and his friends would go to the rooftop of where they lived and look over to the other side of the wall., Most people ask me: why not study abroad in Spain if you know Spanish?, I urge you to study abroad -- if not for a whole semester like I did, then at least for a summer., For me, making my family proud is priceless., My Journey: Studying Abroad as a First-Generation College Student
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/11/06/my-journey-studying-abroad-as-a-first-generation-college-studentLanguage Abroad: "Come si dice...?"
Going out of my way to use and learn the language helps me both to succeed in class and integrate into the culture, making local friends., When it comes down to it, while studying abroad in Italy you can get by without knowing much Italian., Language Abroad: "Come si dice...?"
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2017/03/10/language-abroad-come-si-dice-2019: An Unforgettable Year Abroad in Prague
During my freshman year of college, I discovered the option of studying abroad., For starters, the Czech Republic is a small country in a centrally located area of Europe, making it the perfect destination to depart from., Me at the Vatican There are many advantages to studying abroad for a year., The best part of studying abroad is the opportunity to learn from others., Throughout the year I made lifelong friends, went out of my comfort zone, and made memories to last me a lifetime., 2019: An Unforgettable Year Abroad in Prague
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2020/04/16/2019-an-unforgettable-year-abroad-in-pragueWhy Rome is the Best Home
Overall, I loved my study abroad experience, and wouldn’t trade it for the world., I made friends I know that will keep for my lifetime., A big thank you to CEA for making it so easy and possible to travel., If you are considering studying abroad, choose Rome as your home city., Two of my friends who met while studying abroad in Rome through CEA.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/12/26/why-rome-is-the-best-homeWeek 2: Adapting to Life in Barcelona
After finally making my way to her neighborhood, I had a fun afternoon getting to know Andrea and my other coworkers, Neinke and Sarai¯, from Holland., Exploring Barcelona with friends., I'm especially grateful for Andrea, Neinke, and Sarai¯ because they are an entirely different network of friends that I can safely hang out with outside of CEA CAPA, and I wouldn't have met them had it not been for my internship abroad., It's only been a week, but one thing I'm getting out of my new position is an increased sense of responsibility, better time management, and invaluable experience that comes with interning abroad.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2021/03/02/week-2-adapting-to-life-in-barcelonaHow To Deal with Confusing Feelings: Homesickness and Culture Shock
However, life becomes pretty different when one moves abroad for four months to study and live in a foreign culture., By making plans with others or myself, I am able to become familiar with my new surroundings., Keep Your Personal Care Routines Self-care is often emphasized among students, and doing that during a study abroad experience is no exception., I enjoy sending friends and family random photos of my day, or texting someone when I see something that reminds me of them!, I regularly stop to snap a photo of myself for the memories or to share with friends back home.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2022/12/10/how-to-deal-with-confusing-feelings-homesickness-and-culture-shockHow to "be a Traveler, not a Tourist"
Pebble beaches and the crystal clear waters of the Adriatic Sea on the island of Hvar, Croatia Half the fun of studying abroad is being able to hop on a plane, train, or bus and venture from your host city to pretty much anywhere in the world., And since Prague is so centrally located, it's been pretty easy (and cheap) for my friends and I to book weekend excursions to any destination in Europe., But now that I've had a few weekends of experience and a couple mishaps between all the buses, metros, ferries, and flights under my belt, here's a few tips that I've picked up on how to travel outside your host city while studying abroad: Walking along the river to our hostel in Berlin 1., You never know who you'll run into when making friends with people staying in your hostel, and making plans to go to museums or other attractions is always better when you have a buddy or two.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2014/10/06/how-to-be-a-traveler-not-a-touristFrom the MTA to the Tube: A New Yorker's First Impressions of London's Transit System
I was particularly impressed by the exterior design of many of the tube stations - instead of being hidden away underground like they are in New York, London's tube stations stand tall on the streets of the city with their instantly recognizable red circle, making navigation far easier., New York's subway system is only now beginning to incorporate these kinds of cars into their own network, though they aren't due to start running for many more months Adjusting to London's tube system has been one of the most enjoyable (and at times humbling) experiences I have had during my time in London thus far: paying attention to the nuanced differences between the two systems has gone a long way towards making me feel like a confident Londoner., This simple gesture goes a long way to show the ways in which the Underground system is beginning to do the work of making their spaces more accessible and queer-friendly Alas, the tube is not without its imperfections: the lack of 24/7 service has been particularly hard to adjust to, although they have recently added all-night service on weekends, and the remarkably efficient bus system continues to run all the time., Encountering this woman and her dog on the tube remains one of my favorite moments of my abroad experience so far., It was late at night, I was on my way home with friends, and (with the owner's permission) we fed the dog fries from a McDonald's we had stopped at earlier.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2023/07/18/from-the-mta-to-the-tube-a-new-yorkers-first-impressions-of-londons-transit-system4 Fantastic Barcelona Destinations
After studying abroad in Barcelona for a little over a month, I’ve found some pretty amazing places around the city., It is surrounded by a strip of palm trees and a very nice park (a great place to go hang out with friends for a couple hours)., It is also located right by the zoo, making it a great excursion for all there is to do surrounding it!, If you’re going with friends or family, it is also fun to bring a little picnic to enjoy the view and spice up your trip to the top!
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/10/25/4-fantastic-barcelona-destinationsThe Small Things I'll Never Forget About Madrid
As I round out the semester here studying abroad in Madrid, there are many things I’ve achieved that weren’t on my bucket list., One of the main goals of my time abroad was to make Madrid feel like home., Some small but very important skills that my friends and I have learned and embraced (whether we wanted to or not) was how to stretch every dime when traveling, and how to keep up with schoolwork when we’re in a different country almost every weekend., Since we have to do something special every day in order to make our time here count, my friends and I are always out walking around and exploring different parts of the city., Understanding the art and architecture of Madrid was a huge milestone toward making this bustling city feel like it’s my neighborhood.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2018/12/12/the-small-things-i'll-never-forget-about-madrid5 Reasons Why You Should Learn the Language of Your Host Country
It makes life abroad ten times easier Think about your daily activities., Studying abroad provides individuals with the opportunity to make foreign friends and build lasting friendships and connections with others across the globe., When in your host country, making friends with natives is likely an easier task when pursued in the local language., Practice your Italian or Chinese with your friends by setting language guidelines!, There’s nothing quite like spending the day with friends at the Louvre 4.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/03/13/5-reasons-why-you-should-learn-the-language-of-your-host-countryGetting Sick While Abroad
Part of being abroad, and in college in general, is being a little bit sick more often than the average person., Getting sick is a normal part of life and especially while at school, so it was never something I thought about much when forecasting my experience abroad., The late nights with your friends are awesome, but like all things, they should come with limitations., That, along with smaller things like making sure to wash my hands often, staying hydrated, and eating a well-rounded diet are things that may have begun to slip a few weeks into the semester that I'll make sure to keep up with going forward., CEA CAPA offers comprehensive student services and offers assistance to students in navigating health needs throughout their time abroad., Getting Sick While Abroad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2022/03/29/getting-sick-while-abroad