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Seoul's Asia Africa Festival 2024

By Catherine Uwakwe

Nigerian Identity in Seoul I was born in Lagos, Nigeria, and immigrated to the United States with my family in 2011. My Nigerian-American identity has been a central part of... keep reading

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Exploring Taipei with a New Friend

By CIEE Taipei at CIEE

By Ronaldo Huerta (2024 Spring-term student in Taipei) It would be an understatement to say I’m glad to meet my friend in Taipei. Before I came to Taipei to study... keep reading

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How to Pack for a Semester Abroad in London

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

@cieestudyabroad What to pack for a semester abroad in London #cieestudyabroad #studyabroad #packinglist #packingessentials #london #england #europe #travelessentials I Think I Like When It Rains - WILLIS Heading to London... keep reading

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Shopping In Rennes : A Chance to Explore New Places and a Form of Self-Care

By CIEE Rennes at CIEE

When I decided to study away in Rennes, I knew that I would spend part of my time going to shops throughout various parts of Rennes. Most of the time... keep reading

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6 Best Study Abroad Programs in Italy

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

If you’re looking for a study abroad program in an iconic country packed with art, history, architecture, culture, cuisine, and much more, consider a study abroad program in Italy... keep reading

Getting My Hair Done

By Caroline R.

Hellooooo! I recently got my hair done in Seoul, and I thought that others should know how I did so and where I went! I had done my hair before... keep reading

What To Pack Going Abroad

By Sofia S.

Wondering what to pack abroad? Here is what I think should be staples and tips and tricks for any abroad destination! Obviously, look at what the weather is going to... keep reading

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Little, Charming Family Shops from the Past in Madrid

By Eero Jesurun at CIEE

All kinds of traditional, small family businesses have preserved their status in Madrid, existing shops that have been around over a hundred years. Time goes by and they continue in... keep reading

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French Fashion

By CIEE Rennes at CIEE

If you're like me, your preparation for studying abroad includes packing, planning, and most importantly, research. Before I began my semester in Rennes, I googled how to best blend in... keep reading

You’re Studying Abroad in Barcelona, Spain? Here’s What You Should Pack.

By Savannah S.

Packing to study abroad in another country can be very overwhelming. Whether you’re going for a few months or a whole year, there is a lot to think about. Even... keep reading

Remembering My Time Abroad

By Isabella V.

I wanted to find a way to best remember my time studying abroad in Alcalá de Henares, Spain. I decided to collect labels on bottles unique to Spain, museum maps... keep reading

La Feria de Abril, Miarma!

By Sofia S.

The Feria de Abril in Sevilla, Spain IS WORTH THE HYPE. There, I found my love for flamenco dancing, dressing up, and sitting at a table for hours with family... keep reading

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Me Mola Malasaña: I Like Malasaña

By Eero Jesurun at CIEE

One of the favorite student neighborhoods in Madrid is Malasaña. Practice saying: “Me mola Malasaña,“ which is what many madrileños say in Spanish for "I like the hip and trendy... keep reading

A Trip to Hongdae... Wait, sheep?

By Lindsey W.

What a day! The birds are singing, the sun is shining... oh no, it's shining too much. It's hot! Where are the clouds? Nonetheless, it was a beautiful day in... keep reading

Getting a Lash Lift in South Korea! (Foreigner Friendly/Non-Korean Speaking Friendly)

By Madeleine D.

"Shu Lashes": Good Experience or Cheap rip-off? Earlier this month, on April 10, 2022, I went to Itaewon, located in Seoul, on the recommendation of my two friends to get... keep reading