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The Best Getaways While Studying In Australia
By: Zoe Manos Hi!! My name is Zoe. Though the majority of my time studying in Australia was spent in the most amazing city, Sydney, I took many small trips... keep reading
More Than I Imagined: A Semester in Rome
By: Ryan O'Dell Studying abroad in Rome over the past few months has been an incredible experience. I had an idea of what life would be like abroad after watching... keep reading
Eating Through Rome
By: Sammi Desch Over the last couple of months, I have curated guides for the best food in Rome from locals, chefs, friends, professors, Reddit, and through my own exploration... keep reading
Why I Chose Rome — And Why You Might Too
By: Brianna Sullivan Hi everyone! I’m Brianna Sullivan, and this Spring 2025, I’m studying abroad with CIEE in Rome, Italy. The people I’ve met, the places I’ve explored, the lessons... keep reading
Culture, Cuisine, and Cobblestones: My Life in Rome
By: Madeline Wooster Living in Rome as a study abroad student still doesn’t feel real most days. I’m constantly surrounded by beautiful old buildings, tiny cafes, and winding streets —... keep reading
Three Cities, One Life-Changing Semester
By: Jane Bruns When I decided to do the CIEE Open Campus program, I honestly had no idea what to expect. I just knew I wanted to travel, experience new... keep reading
My Study Abroad Experience: Barcelona, Spain
By: Daryn Reese Studying abroad in Barcelona was nothing short of a dream. From the moment I arrived, I fell in love with the energy of the city, the culture... keep reading
Navigating a Gluten Allergy in the Land of Pasta
By: Abigail Walsh Before arriving in Rome, I was so nervous about being able to enjoy the food during my time in Italy. The first time I went to Italy... keep reading
Mi Hogar Española
By: Sophia Thrasher A fifteen-hour travel day into a four-month alternate life is a leap of faith. As someone who struggles with a sense of belonging, I was fully prepared... keep reading
Where to Find a Vegetarian or Vegan Menú del Día in Madrid
By: Erin Langridge Going out to restaurants as a vegetarian or vegan can be challenging anywhere, so as I started my semester abroad in Madrid, I was unsure of how... keep reading