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Study Mode by Day, Parisian Adventurer by Night!

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Alexis White As a student living in Paris, I've quickly realized that my days are a blend of focused study sessions and endless exploration. By day, I’m deeply immersed... keep reading

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Interning with CIEE in Paris!

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Keke Sareen As an Open Campus Block student, I had the unique opportunity to do an internship during my study abroad! The process was easy: All I had to... keep reading

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Rome vs. Paris: Which is Better for Study Abroad?

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

You may know them by their colloquial names, the Eternal City and the City of Light, two iconic European capital cities packed with history, art, breathtaking architecture, out-of-this-world cuisine, fascinating... keep reading

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Top 20 French Slang Words and Phrases You Must Know

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

France, a country renowned for its rich culture, beautiful language, and vibrant history, is also home to a dynamic and ever-evolving lexicon of slang. From the bustling streets of Paris... keep reading

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The Ultimate Guide to Studying Abroad in France

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

Beauty. Glamour. Taste. France has it all, making it a timeless destination for the millions of visitors who travel from all around the world to explore this incredible country each... keep reading

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Why I Chose to Study Abroad in Paris

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Lia Nickson When choosing where to go for your study abroad program it can be a really difficult decision. There are so many different factors for choosing a place... keep reading

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Favorite restaurants in Paris

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Lia Nickson Paris is known for its amazing food with more than forty-four thousand restaurants throughout the city. While my time in Paris did not allow me to impossibly... keep reading

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Financial Tips for a Semester in Paris

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Lia Nickson Spending a semester abroad in Paris has been by far one of the most amazing experiences of my life. The city has infinite experiences to offer and... keep reading

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Best Shopping Spots in Paris

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Lia Nickson Shopping has always been one of the top things people look forward to when visiting Paris…after all, it is the city of Fashion! So it surprised me... keep reading

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Watching the Eiffel Tower Sparkle

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Maryam Vanbaelinghem For my friend’s last day in Paris, we decided to watch the Eiffel Tower sparkle, as we really wanted to go out with a bang. This is... keep reading

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Exploring Paris with a New Friend

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Maryam Vanbaelinghem I made a friend from London here in Paris and we decided to do a little activity to explore the city. Each week we would go check... keep reading

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Parisian Christmas Market

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Mona Ghanbarzadeh Last week a few of us from the program went to the Christmas market in Tuileries Garden. We came across this hot wine. I thought it was... keep reading

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Visiting the Louvre in Paris

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Sophie Lakin I recently took a trip to Paris and of course, visited the Louvre. It was so crazy to me how much famous art is in there like... keep reading

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Paris Survival Guide

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Josie Stephens Ordering food/drinks: Je voudrais [juh voo-DRAY] - I would like… Un/une [uh]/[oon] - one/a Une carafe d’eau [oon CAH-raf doe] - (free) tap water jug Une bouteille... keep reading

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Grocery Shopping in Paris

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Lillian Clark Grocery shopping is a unique activity here because there are a few ways you can go about it. Buy everything from a supermarket. Shop at specialized local... keep reading