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Experiencing Life as a Japanese Student
CIEE's Language and Culture in Tokyo program participants got a peek of life as a Japanese student by participating in an afternoon of activities at a local Japanese school. The... keep reading
A Day Trip to Asakusa: The Historical Center of Tokyo
How Tokyo Interweaves History into Its Metropolis Tokyo is considered by many to be a major center of advancements and technology. However, what goes under the service is Tokyo's vast... keep reading
From Lessons to Landmarks: Our First Steps in Prague
In their first few days abroad, our HSSA Prague students stepped into the heart of the city, where cobblestone streets lead not just to famous landmarks, but to their first... keep reading
What’s It Like to Study Abroad If You Have Dietary Restrictions?
Read about how two of our Global Navigator alumni experienced studying abroad with dietary needs.
6 Reasons Why High School Study Abroad Is Worth It
Studying abroad in high school is a significant undertaking that involves financial, safety, and emotional risks. However, alongside risk lies valuable rewards that extend beyond the student participant to their... keep reading
What It’s Like Living in a Homestay While Studying Abroad in High School
Understanding the meaning of homestay is crucial for those seeking an immersive and authentic travel experience. While studying abroad, a "homestay" is where you live with a local family and... keep reading
14 New High School Study Abroad Programs for Summer 2025
The new school year has just started, but are you already thinking about next summer? With 14 new programs spanning the globe, CIEE has an immersive high school summer abroad... keep reading
A Delicious Farewell
Last night, the Honors Program celebrated the end of a wonderful month at the Brasserie de la Paix in Rennes. Students enjoyed a delicious three course meal, with French specialties... keep reading
Tapas & Talking: Community Conversations the Tasty Way
Our Global Navigators get the opportunity to connect their Spanish skills from the classroom to real life by speaking with locals in our Community Conversations everyday!
Trip to Kinmen!
*Below is another student blog! Yay!* DAY 13 We arrived in Kinmen after a short one-hour flight and were greeted by our tour guide, Peter, who took us straight to... keep reading
Folklorico Dance, a core memory made
Student of session 2 shares her experience of her final days in Costa Rica.
Lost in Florence: Finding Art in Every Corner
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
New Experiences and Friendships
As we head into our third week of this journey together, students have settled into their routine for balancing academic growth, social bonding, and cultural exploration. The morning started with... keep reading
