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The Friendships You’ll Make While Studying Abroad in Sydney (And How to Keep Them)

By High School Travelers at CIEE

Studying abroad isn’t just about the places you go; it’s about the people you share them with. Just ask Corbyn B., 16, and Pia L., 17, two students who spent... keep reading

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How to Talk to Your Family and Friends About Your Summer Abroad in Palma

By High School Travelers at CIEE

This blog post offers tips for Global Navigators on how to share their summer abroad experience in Palma with friends and family. From focusing on meaningful stories and journaling daily to staying connected and encouraging others to apply, it helps students reflect on their journey and express how it shaped them. It ends with a creative call to action—writing a letter to their pre-Mallorca self or sharing a favorite photo and story—to keep the experience alive even after returning home.

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New Experiences, New Memories, and New Friends in Florence

By High School Travelers at CIEE

It’s hard to believe we’re already entering our last week of session I of our “Drawing in the Capital of the Arts” program in Florence! Our artists have worked so... keep reading

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Free Things to Do in Rome for High School Students on a Budget

By High School Travelers at CIEE

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

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A Summer of Science, Service, and Self-Discovery in Lisbon

By High School Travelers at CIEE

The following blog was written by Matt Redman , Vice President of High School Programs at CIEE, who has been with the organization since 2009. This summer, I had the... keep reading

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Week One in London as a High School Student Studying Abroad: Lessons Learned

By High School Travelers at CIEE

Studying abroad is a thrilling adventure, and our high school students who arrived in London on June 12th jumped right into an unforgettable experience! From the moment they stepped off... keep reading

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First Week in Tokyo: A High Schooler's Reflection

By High School Travelers at CIEE

Evelyn C. ventured to Tokyo as a part of CIEE's High School Summer Abroad Anime & Manga Program. Staying in a youth hostel in Iidabashi, a bustling yet scenic area... keep reading

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Top 10 Tips for a High School Summer Abroad in Lisbon

By High School Travelers at CIEE

Arriving jet-lagged, curious, and very ready to eat all the pastries they can, we provided our High School Summer Abroad students with an in-depth orientation covering essential tips and tricks... keep reading

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How Studying Abroad Inspired Me to Graduate High School Early

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

This post was written by CIEE Global Navigator alum Amber W. who participated in one of our CIEE high school summer abroad programs . High School Summer Abroad: A Life-Changing... keep reading

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6 Ways to Help Your Teen Self-Advocate While Studying Abroad

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Let’s look to the future. Your teen is already thousands of miles away from home, on their summer abroad program. They’re facing a challenge, maybe they’re struggling with a host... keep reading

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How Can Studying Abroad in High School Make You a Better Leader?

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Great leaders are a lot like great travelers. Both know that stepping into the unknown takes courage, and that the best experiences often happen when you stay curious, flexible, and... keep reading

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How Service-Learning Abroad Can Help Your Teen Build Skills for the Future

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

If you're considering an international service-learning experience for your teen, you probably have a dozen questions buzzing through your head. Will they make new friends? Will they discover a new... keep reading

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How I Raised Money for High School Study Abroad

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

In the latest episode of the Out of Your Comfort Zone podcast, we sit down with Kyra M. and Reece G., two U.S. high school students who took their education... keep reading

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8 Reasons to Study Art in High School on a Summer Abroad Program

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Studying art is all about developing your creativity and seeing the world in new ways. Did you know you can take your passion abroad and study art in another country... keep reading

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How Teens Improve Their Foreign Language Skills on a Summer Abroad Program

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

To truly master a language, nothing beats daily practice and interaction with native speakers. This is where CIEE's high school language immersion programs shine, offering an unparalleled opportunity for teens... keep reading