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Returning Home
We were told during the last block of the program that returning home could have its difficulties. We discussed "reverse culture shock," which is when a person experiences culture shock... keep reading
Leaving Copenhagen, leaving CIEE
Last Thursday was the last day of classes, with many of my fellow classmates leaving on Friday and others leaving throughout the weekend. I said goodbye to friends that were... keep reading
Bike Culture in Copenhagen
Copenhageners love their bikes. The locals here bike all year round; they bike through rain or shine, wind or snow. In fact, there are more bikes than people in the... keep reading
Spicy's Spice
For our study tour in block 3, the CIEE Copenhagen contingent went to Hamburg, Germany! Our first stop was the LEGO Factory and LEGO Project House in Billund, Denmark, where... keep reading
6 Weeks in Berlin
Leaving Paris was heart breaking. I was unconvinced I would welcome Berlin into my heart the same way that I did Paris. But here I am six weeks later, having... keep reading
Markets: A Simple Joy
Farmer’s markets are a source of joy for me. The colors and the smells show a wonderful appreciation for food that a grocery store can lack. And for a student... keep reading
A Lesson from Traveling
My mentors have told me that journaling is an essential piece of my educational journey. It is when I travel that I feel this is the most true. I have... keep reading
The Festival of Lights
On an evening stroll through Berlin along the Spree River Canal, I stumbled upon Museum Island. I learned later that it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with five museums... keep reading
Berlin Art Week
We moved to Berlin for our second block just in time to catch Berlin Art week from September 26th - 30th! The German capital celebrates contemporary art by inviting the... keep reading
À bientôt Paris
“If you are lucky enough to have lived in Paris as a young man, then wherever you go for the rest of your life, it stays with you, for Paris... keep reading