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What I’ll Miss About Interning and Studying Abroad in Barcelona
The second weekend of the study abroad program, a few other interns and I took a quick day trip to Mallorca (an island off the coast of Spain) and I swam in the ocean for the first time., Regardless, it’s so nice to be spending less on groceries because it allows me to have more in my budget for things like train tickets for weekend trips.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2023/08/30/what-i'll-miss-about-interning-and-studying-abroad-in-barcelonaGuide to Studying Abroad in Florence, Italy - Travel Guide
Weekend Trips!, Weekend travel while studying abroad is so much fun., If you have a free weekend, I highly suggest the west coast., If you can afford a weekend in a town, you should, but personally I wanted to save a little money while studying abroad, so I only did a day trip, but it was a dream!, On the last weekend of my Florence summer program, I stayed there versus traveling and it was so nice to really appreciate the city I was so lucky to stay in.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2023/08/11/guide-to-studying-abroad-in-florence-italy-travel-guide10 Reasons to Study Abroad in Florence
Some fun day trips include Pisa (of Leaning Tower fame); the ancient city of Siena where the entire town center is a UNESCO World Heritage site; San Gimignano, a picturesque village accessed by roads that wind through vineyards, ancient, rustic farms on hillsides, and olive groves; the charming Chianti region which produces some of the word’s best wines; and many other places., Hop on a plane for a short trip on a weekend or during break week to explore other parts of Europe; Switzerland, Germany, France, Spain, Greece, Croatia, and the Czech Republic are excellent choices.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2023/08/04/10-reasons-to-study-abroad-in-florenceThe Exhilaration of Studying Abroad in London for the First Time
In my experience, it is not the best idea to go to iconic landmarks and shops on the weekend., It is a great opportunity to be able to pop over to Buckingham Palace after class in Kensington or take field trips with your peers to Greenwich.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2023/07/17/the-exhilaration-of-studying-abroad-in-london-for-the-first-time(Surprisingly) Missing Home in Sydney
I was just scrolling down my newsfeed when I came across a video on my brother's timeline from Father's Day weekend., I miss the late night pool parties in my backyard with my siblings and longtime friends, spontaneous trips to the delis by my house, and getting to spend time with my sister's 2 year old son, (and my godson) Jayden.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2023/07/14/surprisingly-missing-home-in-sydneyA List of My Favorite Study Abroad Realizations
I've gotten caught up in weekend traveling and going out, but at this point, I've realized the importance of slowing down"”of listening to my body., Many people go to study abroad so excited about weekend travel around Europe., One of my favorite trips so far was to Budapest, but what most people don't know is that we were supposed to also see Vienna that weekend, but accidentally slept through our flight.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2023/05/08/a-list-of-my-favorite-study-abroad-realizationsRecommendations for Traveling In and Out of Barcelona
Each of these trips has been incredible, whether I was skiing, sightseeing, hiking, or visiting family and friends., However, nothing can prepare you for the challenges that come with planning trips., They also organize hikes, trips, parties, meals, and more to encourage travel for all international students, whether or not they are from the EU., I spent a long weekend skiing in Verbier, experiencing the Apres-ski culture, and spending time with my Swiss family!
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2023/04/17/recommendations-for-traveling-in-and-out-of-barcelona6 Tips for Finding Balance While Studying Abroad - Granada
I got to travel on weekend trips to Córdoba, Seville, and Málaga!
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2023/04/11/6-tips-for-finding-balance-while-studying-abroad-granadaWhy I Chose to Study + Intern Abroad with CEA CAPA in Rome
While I enjoyed planning weekend trips individually, some of my travels were class field trips or excursions included in the overall program cost and planned entirely by CEA.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2022/12/06/why-i-chose-to-study-intern-abroad-with-cea-in-rome5 Tips for Planning Weekend Travel While Studying Abroad
Top 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-abroadCreating a One-of-a-Kind Study Abroad Experience
I had this perfect plan in my mind to stay there for a long weekend, but after looking at Airbnb costs and ticket availability, my roommate and I decided on a day trip instead., You'll never see it all, you'll just be sitting in your apartment half the weekend, you're doing this wrong, you're wasting your chance!", Stay in one place for the whole weekend or stick to day trips to nearby cities?
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2022/11/22/creating-a-one-of-a-kind-study-abroad-experienceThe Variety of Classes That Piqued My Interest in Florence
When in a foreign country, traveling most weekends and trying to do as much as possible in the three and a half months we had, it's easy to plan on giving your classes a little less prominence compared to your plans next weekend., Every week I was learning about the food and gastronomy of Tuscany and Italy, taking field trips throughout the city markets and storefronts, and being able to exercise my newly found food prowess when ordering lunch and dinner.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2022/06/28/the-variety-of-classes-that-piqued-my-interest-in-florenceVisiting Various Towns in the Tuscan Region of Italy
I myself have had numerous trips outside of Italy, and thoroughly enjoyed all of them, but one of the faculty in CEA CAPA shared some wise words during our orientation hike that impacted how I decided to spend some of my weekends., Emphasizing that we should make sure to fully explore our new home and the surrounding area before deciding to take off every weekend, I made sure to take enough weekends in Florence to do just that., Luckily being here for the weekdays helps with that, and any weekend spent in Florence is never wasted., You can get to anywhere you want to go in the region pretty easily by bus or train, and all the locations are close enough for half- or full-day trips, yet are also worth staying the night if you feel like extending your time there.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2022/06/03/visiting-various-towns-in-the-tuscan-region-of-italyTop Attractions to Visit in Florence
Spring breakers, high school trips, along with regular travelers have begun to pile back into European cities as tourism season begins., I'm biased and would recommend a whole semester in the cradle of the renaissance, but at the same time, a weekend could do the city justice, just as long as you have your priorities straight and know the right places to go.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2022/05/20/top-attractions-to-visit-in-florenceMy Favorite Kind of Day: Taking In the Essence of Florence, Italy
Weekend trips to other countries and cities are half the reason most of us chose to come to Europe.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2022/03/03/my-favorite-kind-of-day-taking-in-the-essence-of-florence-italy5 Things I Miss About Studying Abroad in Florence
It was amazing to plan a weekend trip and to go explore with new friends., During each class session, we learned about the artwork for the first two hours, then for the last hour we went on field trips to go see the pieces in person.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2022/01/11/5-things-i-miss-about-studying-abroad-in-florence10 Places in Ireland I'd Love To Return To
We were able to stop at this one after one of our Global Cities trips, where some of my classmates decided to extend our day trip and stay the whole weekend. 8., If you go on the weekend, there's a cute little market to shop and eat at.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2021/11/18/10-places-in-ireland-id-love-to-return-to5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Studying Abroad & 5 Things I’m Glad I Didn’t
The football game days, sorority date parties, family gatherings and road trips all still happened but I wasn’t there, and honestly, it was hard., My passport fell out of my backpack at home just hours before boarding a plane to Portugal on my very first weekend trip of the semester, and I didn’t figure it out until the lady at the gate told me I couldn’t get on the flight.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2021/11/08/5-things-i-wish-i-knew-before-studying-abroad-5-things-i-m-glad-i-didn-tReflecting on a Unique Semester in Barcelona
Whether it be the little things like navigating the grocery store and the public transportation system, or the big things like planning trips and excursions; every day was an adventure and every day I learned something new., Many study abroad students leave their host country almost every weekend with hopes of getting a little taste of everything during their limited time abroad.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2021/06/22/reflecting-on-a-unique-semester-in-barcelonaA Decade After Studying Abroad: Becoming a Lifelong Traveler
For my high school and many others, class trips were out of the question., Weekend in Seville, Spain My study abroad experience started with me being scared because it was different than what I was used to in the United States, but it ended up being a thrill of a lifetime., I try to take small trips in and around the U.S., because there are hidden gems right in my backyard and a decent amount within a short driving distance., I try to interact with others more while on my trips, especially when I take public transportation or while I’m standing in line., I asked our program director about a nice place to travel to in Spain that I could do in a weekend.
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