That is all the time it took for us to become best friends. 19 students, 1 program director and a whole weekend ahead of us, we set off on a CEA excursion., We were ready for a weekend away in Provence, but none of us could have imagined all the activities we would fit into the span of 2 days., The bus ride back consisted of “studying” (aka attempting to after a tiring weekend) and sleeping., Weekend trips with CEA really prove how close of friends and almost a big family we have become within the CEA group., ;) For a quick recap of the full weekend, click the link here: https://vimeo.com/142888738 Cici Holmquist is the Fall 2015 MOJO Blogger in the French Riviera., People, Places & a Weekend in Provence
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/12/15/people-places-a-weekend-in-provenceSo I decided to delve deeper into Czech roots, and spend a weekend in Prague’s most popular destinations., Hvar has everything you need for an unforgettable weekend: rafting, Croatia’s national waterfall park, guided trips, and scenic resorts, just to name a few suggestions, but there is so much more to Hvar and Croatia than can be noted in words., Over the course of the weekend, we decided to rent our own boat, discover unexplored islands , go on an above water submarine, and swim in the crystal, blue Adriatic Sea., So if you find yourself looking for weekend getaways don’t consider going, GO!, Croatia: Prague’s Weekend Getaway
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2014/05/27/croatia-prague-s-weekend-getawayEver consider boating on over to Africa for the weekend?, Living in Spain, weekend trips like this are easily accessible!, CEA study abroad program in Seville takes students on an unforgettable weekend trip to multiple cities in Morocco., Seville to Morocco Weekend Adventure
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2017/10/30/seville-to-morocco-weekend-adventureThese trips are always an adventure, and I learn more and more everywhere I go., As fun as it is to just figure it out along the way, you need to have some sort of plan for the weekend., Loved hiking the La Paz Waterfall Gardens with CEA last weekend., 6 Tips for Weekend Adventures
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2014/11/03/6-tips-for-weekend-adventuresBefore my time here studying abroad in Berlin, I would scroll through the Instagram’s of students who were in the position I am in now, and see that they were in a different country every single weekend., Planning trips can get stressful at times, but I am here to give you some tips on how to plan a successful weekend trip., Who to Travel With At the beginning of your study abroad journey, you will most likely be overwhelmed and want to get all of your trips planned ASAP., A travel towel is another must for me while going on trips., How to Plan the Perfect Weekend Trips While Abroad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2017/04/20/how-to-plan-the-perfect-weekend-trips-while-abroadWhat I didn’t realize was how hard it was going to be to narrow down where to go each weekend!, So I decided to make future study abroad students lives a little easier with a few tips that I found came in handy when choosing weekend getaways!, You want to make the most out of your 72 hour trips!, Take Advantage of the CEA Trips CEA has an amazing program where you can go on a weekend trip for FREE (yes, free) and they are unbelievable., These trips allow you to get closer with the people you'll see every day in your classes while also having an amazing time in another place other than where you’re living!, Different Weekend; Different Country
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2017/12/23/different-weekend-different-countryKrakow's Wawel Castle One of the perks of studying abroad through CEA are the planned excursion trips offered as part of my program., This last weekend, I went along with 80 kids also studying in Prague and ventured to Krakow, Poland for a few days., Here's some of the highlights from a weekend spent in one of my favorite destinations in Europe thus far: Krakow's Old Town Square The streets of Krakow's old town Traditional Czech dumplings After a morning tour around Krakow's historial sights, we were free for the afternoon to grab lunch and do some shopping around Krakow's picturesque Old Town Square., The streets of Kazimierz feature a weekend swap meet where locals come to exchange goods, along with coffee shops and restaurants with traditional Jewish food., A Weekend in Krakow, Poland
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2014/10/24/a-weekend-in-krakow-polandFor CEA London students every year, the Wales trip is one of the most anticipated trips planned for our program., Tinturn Abbey Travel can induce a lot of stress when getting to and from a place and also seeing everything that you want to in such a short weekend trip which is what usually ends up happening when studying abroad., It was one of the most relieving experiences after going on so many trips by myself., A Weekend in Wales
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2018/01/10/a-weekend-in-walesWe're positive you Springsters are probably staying in touch with your friends who are currently abroad, sure to jot down any trips they suggest you go on, restaurants they urge you to eat at, museums they beg you to visit, etc., In predominantly Catholic locales, it's not uncommon for the entire city to close up for a three-day weekend in observance of a religious holiday., Do yourself, and Mom, a favor and leave word with multiple people the details of your trip – even if just for the weekend., Visit the various neighborhoods, districts, suburbs, regions, etc. around your host city for a day or the weekend., Wherever your travel radius falls, weekend travel while abroad sparks profound personal growth and thoroughly enhances your experience., Weekend Travel While Abroad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2012/09/04/ready-set-explore!-weekend-travel-while-abroadWith multiple bus lines in San José offering trips to Nicaragua, I chose TicaBus, and for about $55, rode to Granada., Nicaragua has a lot to offer, but I opted for a low key weekend in the city just exploring and not planning too much., So if you’re thinking of taking a weekend trip out of Costa Rica, I would definitely recommend spending a few days in Nicaragua and taking in the culture, getting to know the people, all on the cheap., A Weekend in Nicaragua
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/04/03/a-weekend-in-nicaraguaThe trip to York, England was a highlight of all the CEA trips., There was a Medieval festival that weekend, so many people were dressed in full medieval outfits., This place was truly a wonderful end to a great weekend of English history., A Weekend in York
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2017/05/24/a-weekend-in-yorkMaybe you take casual trips to go see one of Spain’s most famous cities on a weekend in college, but I never have!, Our last minute weekend trip was especially great for one reason: we had a local’s perspective on what is the best to see in the town., As it turns out, this Spanish woman was from Barcelona, and was so excited that we were spending the weekend there., She wrote down exactly how we should use our time that weekend, and in her favorite order!, So, flying home, we were able to look back at our amazing weekend in Barcelona, getting to see Parque Güell, La Catedral de Barcelona, the local (enormous) open-air market, the Sagrada Familia, Casa Mila (designed by the local architect Gaudí), dozens of beautiful streets, delicious tapas, melt-in-your-mouth pastries, local tapas restaurants, and we even got to touch the Mediterranean Sea for the first time., Vamanos a Barcelona, Spain : An Amazing, Last Minute Weekend Trip
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2014/03/10/vamanos-a-barcelona-spain-an-amazing-last-minute-weekend-tripNow that I've been in Europe for almost an entire semester, I've learned what I need and what I don't need when it comes to packing for a weekend., Here are a few packing saviors that will come in handy for any weekend getaway!, 9 Packing Saviors for Your Weekend Trips
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/05/18/9-packing-saviors-for-your-weekend-tripsTop 5 Tips for Planning Weekend Travel While Studying Abroad Deciding to study or intern abroad with CEA in Europe (and other places like Africa, Australia, and Latin America) means one major aspect: weekend traveling., You also don’t need to pack a lot for weekend trips., I track everything I spend throughout the trip and it helps to know where you are spending the most and how to spend less for future trips., It is definitely possibly to travel for very cheap, so just try to do some research and planning to save money in the future. 5) Schedule weekend trips within your host country!, 5 Tips for Planning Weekend Travel While Studying Abroad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2022/12/01/5-tips-for-planning-weekend-travel-while-studying-abroadA weekend might not seem like much time to explore a new place, but if I could ski the Swiss (and Italian) Alps in a weekend, then you can, too!, While it might seem excessive (I am the unofficial “mom” on trips, if you haven’t guessed that), I also like to have the addresses of the US and British Embassy in case of a serious emergency., If you are prepared, you will have an incredible weekend, even if there are small snafus., 7 Steps to Planning the Perfect Weekend Excursion
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2014/04/24/7-steps-to-planning-the-perfect-weekend-excursionOne of the best parts of studying abroad, especially in Europe, are the amazing weekend trips so accessible to your host city., After learning what to do and what not to do during weekend trips, here are a few of my favorite tips: Plan out a few activities before arriving Since traveling weekends usually consists of just one or two full days in each city, it is important to plan out each day prior to the trip., Took a day trip to the Cliffs of Moher while staying in Dublin, Ireland for the weekend. 4., Choose your trips wisely Although it seems like the semester is long, it goes by extremely fast and weekends eventually get away from you., Our last weekend trip to the Amalfi Coast... just in time for the warm weather!
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/06/01/how-to-make-the-most-of-your-weekendsThe end of our time here also means we no longer have any trips to go on as a crew, but we do have memories that will follow us through the rest of our lives., We took our final weekend getaway to this town in County Kerry in late March, and we even had personal transport along the way., I wouldn’t trade the opportunities I’ve had through CEA for the world (but possibly for just one more weekend in Dingle!)., This weekend trip was not only one of the best experiences of my time abroad, but of my life., I won a small art print of the Dingle Peninsula, which I will cherish forever––just like these trips., Exploring Ireland: My Three Favorite CEA Trips
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/05/02/exploring-ireland-my-three-favorite-cea-tripsBefore You Go on Your Weekend Trips
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2017/03/13/before-you-go-on-your-weekend-tripsMe on the Valencia City Tour CEA Barcelona offers a variety of immersive cultural activities such as guided tours to the ever-evolving Sagrada Familia, Tapas workshops, and my favorite - weekend excursions to neighboring cities with their own charming quality., Therefore, they may not receive the information regarding health and safety, city tours (a great way to get to know the city), and learning about the provided weekend excursions., A good amount of students book so many weekend trips to other countries that they end up losing out on all that Barcelona has to offer, and what the CEA staff have planned., It’s a good idea to wait until you arrive to book your own personal trips on weekends where there aren’t excursions planned already., La Ciudad de Artes y Las Ciencias, Valencia The weekend trips vary depending on semester.
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