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An Insider View of CIEE’s Home in Shanghai

By High School Travelers at CIEE

The following blog was written by a student intern on a Summer 2026 CIEE high school summer abroad program. The home of CIEE Shanghai is nestled within East China Normal... keep reading

HSSA Students buy Senshu Fans at Uzumasa Kyoto Village
From CIEE

3 Fun Ways to Beat the Heat in Kyoto

By High School Travelers at CIEE

Read on for a CIEE participant's top tips for beating the heat while exploring Kyoto’s most iconic landmarks!

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From CIEE

Reaching New Heights: A Day Exploring the Magnificent Duomo Cathedral

By High School Travelers at CIEE

The following blog was written by a student intern on a Summer 2026 CIEE high school abroad program. One of the highlights of this week for our high school students... keep reading

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From CIEE

Week 1 in Alicante: New Places and New Faces!

By High School Travelers at CIEE

The following blog was written by a student intern on a Summer 2026 CIEE high school abroad program. Read on for a first-hand account of what it's like on program... keep reading

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¡Hola, Madrid! Excitement, Courage, and Big Changes for High School Students

By High School Travelers at CIEE

The following blog was written by a student intern on a Summer 2026 CIEE high school summer abroad program. Read on for an interview of a current student participant studying... keep reading

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From CIEE

Living in Tokyo from the Perspective of a CIEE Student Participant

By High School Travelers at CIEE

A brief overview of why Tokyo is seeing an increase in visitors, and the many services that make it an accessible city for so many people.

HSSA Students sit on a hill overlooking the ruins of the ancient city of Uxmal
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Exploring Mayan Ruins While Studying Abroad in Yucatán: A Journey to Uxmal

By High School Travelers at CIEE

The following blog was written by a student intern on a Summer 2025 CIEE high school summer abroad program. Read on for a first-hand account of what it's like on... keep reading

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Beyond the Colosseum: Exploring Rome’s Best Hidden Historic Sites as a Teen

By High School Travelers at CIEE

The following blog was written by a student intern on a Summer 2025 CIEE high school summer abroad program. Read on for some excellent "boots on the ground" tips on... keep reading

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Dancing with the Stars: Learning Flamenco in Spain Edition

By High School Travelers at CIEE

The following blog was written by a student intern on a Summer 2025 CIEE high school summer abroad program. Read on for a first-hand account of what it's like on... keep reading

Students at their farewell lunch
From CIEE

Student Interview: Cultural and Language Differences While Studying Abroad in Tokyo

By High School Travelers at CIEE

The following blog was written by a student intern on a Summer 2025 CIEE high school summer abroad program. Read on for an interview with two students about their experience... keep reading