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Keeping up with Studying Abroad
I chose to study abroad spring semester, so for Christmas I received many gifts related to studying abroad., Write down who you went on a trip with--they might become lifelong friends!, Sometimes if things go wrong, it's nice to look back and see all the successes you've had while being abroad., Making a highlight reel is another great tool when reminiscing on adventures., Overall, documenting your adventures abroad is important., Keeping up with Studying Abroad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2018/06/18/keeping-up-with-studying-abroadSpeaking English Abroad: Should I Learn the Language of My Host Country?
When I chose to study abroad on the French Riviera with CEA, I assumed knowing a bit of French would be instrumental in determining how I spent my experience abroad., Additionally, studying abroad in Europe entails traveling to many destinations., Making friends at an international school can also be intimidating., One experience that I value apart from the others was a potluck hosted by friends from school., If you are thinking about studying abroad in Europe, consider studying in the south of France!, Speaking English Abroad: Should I Learn the Language of My Host Country?
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2020/02/18/speaking-english-abroad-should-i-learn-the-language-of-my-host-countryMale Students in Study Abroad - Alumni Ambassador Brian Heimowitz Speaks Out
The greatest lesson I learned from my whole semester abroad is that when you find yourself making an assumption, ask a local instead., CEA: Why did you choose to study abroad?, Brian: I chose to study abroad because all of my older friends who had done it said it was the most amazing experience of their life., All of my graduating friends who did not do it said it was their biggest regret., CEA: How have you changed because of your abroad experience?, Male Students in Study Abroad - Alumni Ambassador Brian Heimowitz Speaks Out
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2013/04/24/male-students-in-study-abroad---alumni-ambassador-brian-heimowitz-speaks-outOn the Fence About Studying Abroad? Here Are Three Reasons Why You Should
Hindsight is 20/20: I wasn’t always as excited as I am now to talk about studying abroad., I wasn’t too nervous until I found out I was the only student from my school studying abroad in Alicante, Spain -- would I meet any friends?, Before you even get on a plane, you’re making decisions for yourself by choosing when, where, and why you want to go., This discovery helped me thrive traveling both with friends and by myself., Studying abroad will give you access to an entire network of professionals who loved their time abroad and believe in its transformative experience., On the Fence About Studying Abroad?
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/06/21/on-the-fence-about-studying-abroad-here-are-three-reasons-why-you-shouldFavorite Local Recipe: Pan con Tomate in Barcelona, Spain
While I have tried so many amazing foods while studying abroad in Barcelona, from paella to a variety of tapas to churros con chocolate, one of my favorites has to be the simple pan con tomate., These items are blended together and served cold, making it a very refreshing item to sip., This would be a recipe that is easy to make at home to share with friends and family even after your study abroad experience!
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2021/10/14/favorite-local-recipe-pan-con-tomate-in-barcelona-spainApplying Study Abroad to Life After Graduation
But to friends, family, college professors and future employers, those experiences and life changes won’t be so obvious., Throughout the past two and a half months, I have learned how to handle feeling ignorant and making mistakes., Another important skill I have acquired during my time abroad is cultural awareness., Study abroad has also made me a much better problem solver., Study abroad has been an extraordinary opportunity for me to grow in more ways than one., Applying Study Abroad to Life After Graduation
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2013/06/14/applying-study-abroad-to-life-after-graduationIreland: My Home Away From Home
I love all of the friends that I have made and I am so fortunate that my parents were able to meet most of them., Nothing makes parents happier than to see their daughter as happy as I am with my friends., I am making a cork board of all of my postcards from all of my traveling., I came here with 7 strangers from CEA and left with 7 best friends, plus my rugby team and the friends I met along the way!, The key to success while studying abroad is not to be afraid to come out of your comfort zone and meet new people and try new things!
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/07/23/ireland-my-home-away-from-homeTop 7 Things to Do While Studying Abroad in London
But, there are a few hidden gems that even local Londoners don't know about, as well as things that you should consider trying to get the most out of your experience abroad., I sent out a handful of postcards to my family, best friends, and even one to myself so I can remember how much I loved London while I was there., There are neon lights lining the ball pits, making it look like everything is glowing blue and pink., Then, my friends and I went to Trafalgar Square during the final game., All in all, don't limit yourself to the city you're studying abroad in., Top 7 Things to Do While Studying Abroad in London
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2021/09/09/top-7-things-to-do-while-studying-abroad-in-londonUnderstanding the Culture While Studying Abroad in Florence
How to Live like the Locals While Studying Abroad in Florence, Italy Leaving home to study abroad in a new country alone can be a lot to take on., My friends and I luckily got to go on the second Sunday in January., During my second week abroad, I went back to Pino’s and after only going once before, Pino remembered my order., Pino and Nirvana making their famous sandwiches at Pino’s Sandwiches., In Italy, coffee is also thought of as a time when you sit down to enjoy with friends., Understanding the Culture While Studying Abroad in Florence
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2024/06/13/understanding-the-culture-while-studying-abroad-in-florence-italyBudget Friendly Eating Ideas while Studying Abroad in Sydney
Eating on a Budget While Studying Abroad in Sydney, Australia Where do I eat and grocery shop?, From my time abroad in Sydney, Australia, I learned a few helpful tips to ensure you're eating enough food while still staying within your study abroad budget., I was missing home food and decided to spend some time making a yummy meal that I could eat for the week!, A semester abroad is a great time to try new food and explore your horizons., One example of this is HelloFresh, which many of my friends do., Budget Friendly Eating Ideas while Studying Abroad in Sydney
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2024/05/28/eating-on-a-budget-while-studying-abroad-in-sydney-australiaHow to Survive Your First Week Abroad
This isn’t to deter you from studying abroad, of course!, You did come abroad to experience other ways of life!, The more you can do to get on the right time zone, the easier as a whole the transition will be in making your host country feel at home., Tip #3: Make your home feel like home “Before I left, two of my friends gave me a mason jar filled with pictures of all of us., Maybe even try making some of your local cuisine at home!, How to Survive Your First Week Abroad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/02/16/how-to-survive-your-first-week-abroadA Retrospective Perspective: Packing for Study Abroad in Paris!
I would recommend making sure that your hair tool is able to handle the European voltage (240 volts), or ordering a french straightener/curler to your home in the states before going abroad., Thermal wear is effective at blocking out the cold, and it will do the job without making you feel overwhelmed and uncomfortable in 6 different layers., One of my friends bought it before we came abroad, and it’s been a lifesaver, it has the capacity to recharge multiple phones over and over again., Multiple Forms of ID You’d be surprised at how many people come abroad not realizing they should have brought their driver's license., If you plan on traveling on weekends, or backpacking after your study abroad experience, this will come in great use!, A Retrospective Perspective: Packing for Study Abroad in Paris!
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2022/03/04/a-retrospective-perspective-packing-for-study-abroad-in-paris!To Live Is to Go Abroad
There is a statement that I share when people ask me about my study abroad trip to Costa Rica, “You haven’t lived until you go abroad.”, I admire my tico (Costa Rican) family dearly for making me feel as if I was apart of their family., I met some new friends there that are from the other side of the United States that I still keep in contact with., My experience abroad was addicting., I feel as if the more I go abroad the better person I will become., To Live Is to Go Abroad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/12/28/to-live-is-to-go-abroadInterning Abroad - An Experience that Shaped My Career
I’ve been employed for more than half a year now as a Communications Specialist for a global medical device manufacturing corporation, and not a day goes by that I don’t reference my time studying abroad with CEA CAPA, both in my personal and professional life., It’s taken time and my organizational understanding continues to grow, but I credit my internship abroad experience for instilling in me the tendency to ask why certain processes, systems, and goals are in place., Lessons from Interning Abroad With a greater understanding of the organization, I now spearhead the communications department., After my experience abroad, I find myself more easily able to discern instances of cultural differences in the workplace and to collaborate harmoniously despite them., Much like the characteristics and values instilled in me from a young age at soccer practice, the insight I gained from my time interning abroad has and will continue to augment my capability to thrive in all facets of life, from making new friends to facilitating business transactions around the world., Interning Abroad - An Experience that Shaped My Career
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2023/08/23/interning-abroad-an-experience-that-shaped-my-careerManaging My Time While Studying Abroad
This past week I was busy with my internship abroad, school, and seeing the city., There is so much to do while studying abroad in Barceloneta (the beach neighborhood)., In this week's blog post, I'll be focusing on how I've been managing my schoolwork and internship, while still making time to explore the city., Walking on the street with friends., Managing My Time While Studying Abroad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2021/04/01/managing-my-time-while-studying-abroadTips for Study Abroad Side Trips
If you’re going abroad for the first time, as was my experience studying abroad in Seville with CEA last year, you will have many questions., Traveling alone isn’t a bad thing (it’s actually awesome) When you begin your study abroad program with CEA, one of the most exciting things that happens is making travel plans with all of your new friends., It was a relief to be able to check off my to-do list and not waste time on things that I might not be as interested in as my friends., And, when you get home, you get to share all you did with your friends and see the cool things they did on their weekend!, The trips I took alone were some of the best of my whole time abroad., Tips for Study Abroad Side Trips
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2020/01/21/tips-for-study-abroad-side-tripsTop 5 Day Trips from Dublin, Ireland
After a gorgeous hike and delicious lunch, you can hop on a boat and make some seal friends., This medieval town with its impressive castles and churches is only a short 90 minutes away from Dublin’s city center, making it a great getaway for a day!, Dalkey Dalkey is not a day trip most people would think about making while studying abroad in Dublin, but it definitely has some cool things to offer!, Oh, did I mention you can make more seal friends here as well?, Browse CEA's study abroad programs in Ireland.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2021/04/02/top-5-day-trips-from-dublin-irelandTravel Tips and Tricks: Solo Travel Addition
It doesn’t rear its ugly head until your bank account starts hurting halfway through your time abroad., Although I’ve learned I prefer traveling with friends, I’ve had some amazing trips on my own as well., I’ve found making an outline of places I want to see, food I want to try, things I want to do helps keep me energized, even without others around me, because I’m excited for everything still to come!, Hostels are your friends I’m almost certain all my favorite “solo” trip memories are related to a hostel., I spent the day in the Guggenheim with some new friends from the hostel.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2018/01/23/travel-tips-and-tricks-solo-travel-additionMind and Body Abroad: Finding Balance
The following are some of the things that I’ve found helpful in maintaining my balance while studying abroad!, Whether you’re a runner, a reader, a yogi, or an artist, keep these hobbies going when you’re abroad., Incorporating them into your abroad life will make your mind more at ease, in turn making you better able to absorb all of the new people, places, and information around you. 2., Although it might be tough to organize, giving your friends a shout every now and then will also be beneficial; it will be fun to catch up and easier to transition back to normality when you return home. 4., Get close to the people you meet The friends you make abroad, both in your study programs and during your travels, will be some of your dearest for life., Mind and Body Abroad: Finding Balance
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/03/04/mind-and-body-abroad-finding-balanceHow to Balance School, Travel & a Social Life while Studying Abroad
It’s still early in the semester, but I’ve learned a few ways to manage the stress of scheduling my life abroad., Making time to relax and spend time with friends., But in a study abroad program, there is just as much to learn outside the classroom., My friends and I jump at every opportunity to experience French culture., Stay tuned for more Aix-citing updates on my travels abroad!, How to Balance School, Travel & a Social Life while Studying Abroad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/10/18/how-to-balance-school-travel-a-social-life-while-studying-abroad