High School Summer Abroad Blog

When applying to colleges, some of the most important materials are resumes, personal statements, transcripts, and letters of recommendation. Let’s go over how to include a CIEE high school summer... keep reading

Rome is a city made for explorers. Whether it be a park, a piazza, or a neighborhood street, there is always something new to discover. Let's take a look at... keep reading

From interactive museums, shopping sprees, and the final project students have been busy soaking in their last moments in Rome.

Today we got to now the fascinating story of Castel Sant'Angelo. We entered and were easily amazed by the aura that the building emanated: at first its wide and gloomy... keep reading

When Sam writes an article, you know the students are waking up early! Let's set aside thoughts of the Colosseum and the ancient Romans for a moment because we’re about... keep reading

Overnight Trip to Florence

This blog post explores the meaning of study abroad and gives examples of student work so far in the program!

Entering the Vatican Gardens wasn't as difficult as imagined: there was a long line but it was a matter of a few seconds and we were inside, with our tickets... keep reading

Our first Saturday in Italy was spent exploring a city older than Rome itself: Tivoli! This town was established in 338 BC and is home to about 55,000 people. How... keep reading

Nestled in the Italian region of Lazio, the charming town of Tivoli is a testament to Italy's rich historical tapestry and natural beauty. Just a short drive from Rome, Tivoli has been a favored retreat since ancient times, offering a perfect blend of natural splendor and architectural marvels. Among its many attractions, Villa d’Este stands out as a jewel of Renaissance architecture and landscape design.

Studying abroad is a transformative experience for high school students, offering them not just academic enrichment but also the opportunity to immerse themselves in new cultures. For our group of adventurous Global Navigators in Rome, this cultural immersion recently took the delicious form of an Italian cooking demonstration, where they learned the art of making the iconic Margherita pizza.

The alarm rang a bit earlier today, signaling the start of an exciting day for the students and their Program Leaders as they embarked on their first bus ride in... keep reading

Under the high Italian sun, the Global Navigators embarked on a day trip to Sperlonga as part of their Creative Writing Program. They explored the Villa of Tiberius, learned about Roman history and art at the Archeological Museum, and created visual landscapes inspired by "The Odyssey." The day concluded with a relaxing afternoon at Sperlonga Beach, blending historical exploration with leisure and personal discovery.

A walking tour from Teatro Marcello to the Jewish Ghetto and onward to the churches between Largo Argentina and the Pantheon is a journey through time and tradition, offering glimpses of Rome's storied past and vibrant present. With each step, you forge a deeper connection to the city's rich heritage and cultural diversity, leaving you with memories to cherish long after your footsteps have faded from the ancient streets of Rome.

On our first week, interrupting our discovery of ancient Rome, we went back in time visiting Keats-Shelly Memorial House. As history tells us, lots of well-known authors traveled to Italy... keep reading