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Our last days
It is hard to describe what these last few days have felt like for our student. In one sense it feels like we have been here forever— our group is... keep reading
Universal Studios Japan
Thrills were had by all when we visited Universal Studios Japan. Students were so excited to experience the thrills at the amusement park. From Super Nintendo World to Jurassic Park... keep reading
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
El Castillo de Guadalest and Las Fuentes del Algar
The impressive views of the El Castillo de Guadalest and Las Fuentes del Algar are part of the tourist attraction of Alicante. The students were amazed by the natural beauty.
Biking & Bonding in Madrid, Spain!
While visiting the capital of Spain, our Global Navigators participated in a bike tour in Retiro park while learning about the important monuments and places inside!
Enchanted, Empowered, Estonia
Looking Back with Fondness The last three weeks have been filled with learning, laughter, and relationship-building. Students will leave Estonia with a strong understanding of the local government and the... keep reading
Lessons from Ait Bouhaddou
Our students have truly embraced the idea that " everything is a learning experience." Last weekend, we traveled south of Morocco to one of its imperial cities: Marrakesh, the red... keep reading
Exploring Aerospace Engineering in Toulouse, France
Toulouse, France is often called the aerospace capital or “Space City” of Europe, and for good reason. Home to major aerospace companies like Airbus and renowned research institutions, this city... keep reading
From Hygge to Hausparty: A Student's Copenhagen to Berlin Odyssey
Swapping the pastel-hued canals of Copenhagen for the gritty, graffiti-strewn streets of Berlin might seem like a dramatic shift. But for a gaggle of wide-eyed students, they were ready for... keep reading
A Day in Asakusa - Experiencing Tradition in Modern Japan
When you think of Tokyo, you might imagine the bustling streets of Shibuya, the cutting-edge technology of Akihabara, or the towering skyscrapers of Shinjuku. However, nestled within this modern metropolis... keep reading
Finding Inspiration Everywhere
Hospitals Tours CIEE Public Health program had the opportunity to tour one public and private hospital to understand the fundamental differences. Hospital Regional Jose Maria Cabral y Baez was the... keep reading
Our intriguing visit to Castel Sant'Angelo
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
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
Khama Rhino Sanctuary
The first stop on our journey to the northern part of Botswana was the Khama Rhino Sanctuary; established in 1992, the sanctuary is a “community based wildlife project” aimed at... keep reading