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A Spring Day Well Spent
Sun in Old Town Prague The cold is not foreign to us Prague students, for it is often very chilly here, but as we head into these spring months, the temperature rises and the tourists flock., There is nothing better than walking out your door on a spring afternoon and smelling the fresh warm air of a beautiful day.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/mojo/2015/04/21/a-spring-day-well-spentCEA Alicante Takes On Granada
Our first day focused on touring downtown Granada., We started at the Royal Chapel of Granada with an audio tour through the Gothic-styled cathedral, where we saw the old tombs of Queen Isabella and King Ferdinand., After walking through different parts of Granada like the Plaza Bib-Rambla and Alcaiceria, we had some free time for lunch., Alhambra is the most visited town in Spain, so I felt lucky and blessed that CEA booked our tour., After a long day of walking the beautiful, historic streets of Alhambra, we once again boarded our bus and traveled home!
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/mojo/2019/03/13/cea-alicante-takes-on-granadaThere's No Place Like Rome
Everything from the quiet Prati neighborhood where CEA students live to the tourist-busy attractions such as the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, or the Spanish Steps., While traveling during the semester, one of our tour guides referred to us as "Romans," and that's when it hit me., At some point, I ceased to be a tourist, and I became a local., The Vatican is within walking distance of CEA apartments and St.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/mojo/2018/06/10/there's-no-place-like-romeLanding in London
I started researching pubs, theatres, football clubs, the underground, museums and any touristy thing I could come up with., She went as far as to give us walking tours of the areas near our accommodations, explaining how the public transit system works here, and showing us where to get necessities.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/mojo/2018/04/02/landing-in-londonDefinitely Different
Different comes as a smack to face walking through the very first unattended security checkpoint as metal detectors incessantly indicate belts, cell phones, and pocket knives., Now that labyrinth serves as a literal tourist trap for those who foolishly embark into the medina without a local guide.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/mojo/2015/04/23/definitely-differentChasing Las Meninas
From graffiti to tiled walls, there is not a boring place to look when walking throughout the capital city of Spain., They occupy plenty of touristy locations like Puerta de Sol or Gran Via, but also area locals frequent.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/mojo/2018/06/15/chasing-las-meninasA Weekend in York
We spent a good amount of time in here guided by the informative audio tour., York Minster Cathedral Next, we went with our guide on a walking tour around the city.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/mojo/2017/05/24/a-weekend-in-yorkActive Learning in Galway, Ireland: A CEA MOJO Perspective
In my first week, we were offered a city tour from the National University of Ireland Galway (NUIG), the university that CEA students attend., Although our tour guide spoke English, his heavy accent gave us a reason to fully engage our attention, really listen to what he was saying and expose ourselves to the native accent and dialogue., We began the tour at the university and walked all around the beautiful city of Galway - over bridges, along the Corrib river, across roads and through a city full of remnants from the middle ages., Walking down one of the main cobble-stoned streets of Galway, Shop Street, we heard traditional Irish music flowing from Taaffe’s, we could smell the saltwater coming from the nearby bay and got to taste the fresh baked goods and desserts from Griffin’s Bakery at the end of the tour.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/mojo/2013/02/27/active-learning-in-galway-ireland-a-cea-mojo-perspectiveYou Should Prague-ably go Here
I love walking around here with friends for some exercise and killer views., Thousands of locals and tourists come to get their hands on fresh produce, yummy food, and various goods.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/mojo/2017/11/09/you-should-prague-ably-go-here"We'll Always Have Europe"
We took a two-hour train ride to Florence where we were dropped off and had time to explore the city before our walking tour., The Duomo is the main tourist attraction and my roommates and I decided to grab a quick pizza right outside of the giant dome., Enjoying Florence with my friends After lunch we were taken on a tour of the Accademia Museum by a CEA Art History Professor who teaches in Florence., We also were taken on a tour of the city with a twist of history and not to mention tips on the best gelato and where to you can see the best view of Florence!, After the tour my friends and I went to try the suggested gelato place, which was so creamy and delicious!
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/mojo/2014/11/13/we'll-always-have-europeStreet Art of Shoreditch
One of the many art-covered walls of Shoreditch We were fortunate to have a really knowledgeable tour guide; he not only pointed out and explained the street art, but also gave historical information about the area., Our tour group was fortunate enough to come across a painting by French artist Bault, which was so recent that the paint was still wet., Walking around Shoreditch is kind of like having a free entry to a modern art museum, giving you new interesting art nearly every turn you make., And even with the incredible amount of art that I saw on this tour, I know I’ve only just scratched the surface., He is currently a senior studying Business Management at West Chester University of Pennsylvania All factual information presented in this blog was taken from a tour by Alternative London on October 12, 2016
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/mojo/2016/11/17/street-art-of-shoreditchHow Did I End up in Slovakia?
There was something exciting about exploring a place other than your typical tourist hot spot., Detailed little pink building I passed while walking around Bratislava, Slovakia.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/mojo/2015/12/06/how-did-i-end-up-in-slovakia6 Reasons I Fell in Love with Seville
Every day is warm and sunny, (especially in comparison to the Midwest), and while there are major tourist attractions in the city, it doesn’t feel like a tourist destination., Weekends were best spent out with friends, living in the moment and not walking home until the sun came up., Walking by the Cathedral in Seville A friend said to me when I was deciding where to study abroad that “no one loves their city as much as students who go to Seville.”
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/mojo/2016/08/02/6-reasons-i-fell-in-love-with-sevilleField Trips in Ireland: Learning Outside The Classroom
So far this semester, the professors have taken us to the Guinness Storehouse, Glendalough, and on several walking tours of Dublin’s neighborhoods., After the presentation, we took a tour of the storehouse and became familiar with the brewing process and history of the famous beverage., Upper Lake at Glendalough Glendalough CEA and International School of Business students in Glendalough The course Popular Culture in Ireland consists of numerous walking tours throughout some of Dublin’s many neighborhoods., The walking tours are a great opportunity to discover the less touristy parts of the city and get a feel for the “real” Dublin., Our professor always shares great tips on where to eat and shop along the way so the tours provide useful everyday information along with historical and cultural facts.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/mojo/2014/03/27/field-trips-in-ireland-learning-outside-the-classroomLiving Like a Local: 5 Tips for Arriving in Barcelona
Also, walking is never a bad idea, get lost in your new city!, When walking, it is very important to know where your belongings are at all times, and be very aware of your surroundings., Pickpocketing is often takes place in the metro areas and top tourist destinations like Las Ramblas., You may see some people leave small change at cafes, but it is common you will not see anyone other than tourists leaving a tip, so save money and keep your change!
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/mojo/2017/09/28/living-like-a-local-5-tips-for-arriving-in-barcelonaWhen in Dublin's Fair City
After walking past landmarks like the General Post Office that hosted the 1916 Easter Rising against Britain,the Millennium Spire, an intrusive metal 390 foot spike prodding the skyline, and statues of revolutionaries and reformers along O'Connell Street, we came to one of Dublin's largest monuments: Croke Park., Even if you're not one for sports, the history and sheer size of the park makes the tour worth your time: it's the third largest stadium in all of Europe!, After a walking tour through Temple Bar and prestigious Trinity College proved to be par for course., Hannah Darrow keeps vigil over bog body The tour of the Guinness Storehouse mostly embodied endless lines milling in front of placards discussing the production process., I wouldn't suggest it as a must-see, but the tour is the only way to reach to the stunning 360 view of the city with pint in hand in Guinness' Gravity Skybar.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/mojo/2017/05/07/when-in-dublin's-fair-cityBetter Than Buzzfeed: My Top 6 Choices in Buenos Aires
Starting from one side of the road trying to run across every lane of traffic, across the entire avenue by the time that the walking icon disappears., This open space along the Rio Plata has plenty of space for walking, playing soccer, tanning, or renting a bike to ride through the reserve., Bomba de Tiempo (Sarmiento 3151)- Bomba de Tiempo is a drum show that is loved by locals and tourists alike.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/mojo/2014/12/01/better-than-buzzfeed-my-top-6-choices-in-buenos-airesStudy Abroad in Florence: Survival
Looks fascinating, but it can become a nuisance when walking is the only mode of transportation., Crocs: the essential walking shoe A Big Stomach Guiness Book of World Records: record for most expensive truffle., Not on clothes or material items, but experiences like traveling, food and museum tours., Whether it's a class excursion to a beautiful Italian city (Bologna, Cinque Terra, Turin), volunteer options (Museum tour guide, helping the homeless, Student exchanges with Italians), or classes on cooking, wine tasting and lectures on interesting subjects, try it all.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/mojo/2016/11/08/study-abroad-in-florence-survivalLiving As Florentines
Enjoy a brief tour of my apartment, located in the heart of Florence., Every apartment is well within walking distance from campus, though we are lucky enough to be just around the corner!
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/mojo/2016/11/21/living-as-florentinesSkeletons, Waterfalls, and Street Art, Oh My!
The museum tour was followed by lunch in a square a walking tour of the city, and a trip to the picturesque basilica perched high above the city., Our afternoon united both groups through a walking tour of the city where Van Gogh spent many of his years and created well-known pieces such as Garden of the Hospital in Arles and Café Terrace at Night., The Amphi in Arles, as seen during the walking tour of the city.
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