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Coffee 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-colombiaMy Journey Through Culture Shock & Homesickness
I have been a part of two study abroad programs now., Studying abroad is something that I always wanted to do., I found the best way to handle everything was to just confide in my family and the friends I made while abroad about the stress and loneliness I felt., The trick basically was making a little piece of my old home in my new home -- including making sure to still keep in contact with my family and friends back home as well as becoming closer with my new friends and host family in my Spain., Most of all, I missed my friends, and I was 1000% that annoying study abroad kid who talked about Spain and how much I missed being abroad.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/07/29/my-journey-through-culture-shock-homesicknessPrepping 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-pragueMy New Mom
Throughout the study abroad experience, I sometimes find myself feeling a little lonely., Family, friends, and Helena came over for dinner!, Helena and I Cheers to you Helena, thank you for making my abroad experience that much better!
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2017/05/03/my-new-momFalling in Love with More than One City
It was in that moment, while I sat there in the bus sharing one of the ear-buds of my iPod with the girl sitting next to me, that I realized that the last month of me continually getting lost throughout Granada was actually me continually getting lost in Granada with a group of people who would become some of best friends., Friends with whom I would get to spend the rest of my time abroad!, Although the tour was in Spanish, she did a very good job of making sure that we all understood exactly what was going on throughout the entire tour., After this excursion, I knew that the love I had for Granada was only going to keep extending into the entirety of Andalusia as I experienced the many more excursions to come during my time abroad in Spain., Flowers and pottery that cover the walls of the city Art randomly painted on the side of a building My friends and I after a successful excursion Brady Greenwalt is the Spring 2015 CEA MOJO in Granada, Spain.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/02/13/falling-in-love-with-more-than-one-cityFrom 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-system8 Signs I Knew I Found a Second Home
As a French major, I was required to spend at least a semester abroad., I found the perfect spot to read, study, or talk with friends., I made a family of friends from all over the world., I was studying abroad so that I could improve my French., I wasn’t planning on making so many lifelong friends.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/03/18/8-signs-i-knew-i-found-a-second-homeA Lifetime Of Memories
I’ve made lifelong friends and a lifetime of memories which are making it so much harder to leave this place., I don’t know how I got so lucky to live with five other girls who have become my best friends., I’m excited to go back to America just because I’m excited for all my new friends to come visit me!, One last time at the Lennon Wall My best advice for anyone studying abroad, especially in Prague, is to never take for granted the amount of time you have in the semester., Make friends with your neighbors and other people in your classes because the best friends I made this semester came from me getting out of my comfort zone to meet people.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2017/05/26/a-lifetime-of-memoriesA Foodie in Barcelona
While studying abroad in Barcelona for two months, I was able to get and taste a little glimpse of all the tremendous food that the city has to offer., However, I was able to select ten dishes that have really stuck with me (and that have really been making me miss Barcelona even more)., Keno is a quaint little restaurant that is fun to go with friends, especially after class!, As an Italian, the homemade pasta and sauce were incredible, making this restaurant easily one of the best in Barcelona., The memories that I have from exploring the food culture in Barcelona only enriched my time studying abroad, making me feel at home and making it so hard to leave.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2020/11/13/a-foodie-in-barcelonaOne Week And Counting
The time for making a decision is here., You have one week until prices on most CEA 2009 Summer & Fall study abroad programs increases., Visa & passport documents, housing choices, and convincing your friends to join you (you'll save more money) - they all take time.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2009/01/23/one-week-and-countingThe 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-madridReady, Set, Seville
Before I left for study abroad, I knew I wanted to build a strong and friendly connection with my house mom to feel more at home., There are so many streets that my friends and I thought they all looked the same when walking around, but within four days, I was familiar with “Triana” and the main streets of Seville., The city of Cadiz making me smile Daniella S. is the Fall 2016 CEA MOJO in Seville, Spain.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/09/29/ready-set-sevilleMeeting Argentina through Wide Eyes
Well, it appears that there actually is a “study” to “study abroad.”, I know people from all over the world and I’m even friends with Argentines., By making friends from all over and talking to my CEA friends’ homestay families, I’ve now done things like: • Go to an 85-year-old Spaniard’s birthday party • Go to a REAL milonga – one that’s built into someone’s house like they used to be in the beginnings of tango • See sights that I’d only dreamed of (Iguazu Falls, the Andes, etc.), And while I’m possibly becoming the widest study abroad student in the world, thanks to my high intake of Argentina’s delicious empanadas, I plan on continuing to do my study abroad time up big too!, Caroline Atwood is currently studying abroad in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2010/09/13/meeting-argentina-through-wide-eyesWhy 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-homeDisconnect for FACE: Lessons from the French Alps
Personally, I'm indifferent to the reasons why we do it, but will always adamantly encourage other students to study abroad and to do so with worldly intentions., Ultimately, the quality of one’s study abroad experience comes down to the traveler them self., When we travel abroad we don’t even expect to be out of touch with family and friends, not really., Though the actual FACE program is unique to the French Alps, its principals benefits can (and should) be observed by anyone abroad., By making local recipes, you gain an appreciation of the time and process it takes to create a dish, while garnering knowledge of the ingredients required to produce it.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/09/28/disconnect-for-face-lessons-from-the-french-alpsAdvice from a Tica Alumni
My study abroad experience in Costa Rica is quickly coming to an end after almost four months!, Just remember your family and friends are only a phone call away., Making Friends Be Confident When I first arrived, confidence was not in my vocabulary., I have visited four countries in four months during my time abroad., This was the most beneficial part of coming abroad for me.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2018/01/18/advice-from-a-tica-alumniThree Weeks in Paris, One Important Lesson
When it came to study abroad in Paris the planning continued: where will I get class credit, where are my friends going, where can I speak the language, how easy is it to travel, and how can I avoid bankrupting my parents?, I tried making myself a to-do list: get school supplies, go grocery shopping, book flights., They say, “Life happens while you’re making plans.”, This has never rung more true than it has abroad., While we’re making plans for our next activity, life is happening during our meal in Paris.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/11/09/three-weeks-in-paris-one-important-lessonOvercoming Language Barriers in Spain
When I decided to study abroad, I had only two basic criteria: my destination had to be in a Spanish-speaking country and on a coastline, of course., I won’t lie; the first couple weeks were a little overwhelming, but I tried to channel that nervous energy into energy I could use to speak without being afraid of making mistakes., Talking with friends from the program, the on-site staff, and friends I’ve made in Spain has also been invaluable to the improvement of my verbal skills., Language is one of the primary ways in which studying abroad has increased my love and appreciation for life and the people in it., Holly Hiatt is a Fall 2019 CEA Content Contributor who studied abroad in Alicante, Spain.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/12/20/overcoming-language-barriers-in-spainThe Second Week Slump
You’re making new friends!, Everyone during their study abroad experience will go through this., Order a coffee at a café, go out to dinner with some friends, or go to a local free museum., Last but not least, remember that this is all just a normal part of your study abroad experience.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/02/24/the-second-week-slump5 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.
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