Bama Bloggers Abroad
My Travel Experience as a First Time International Flier
My name is Conner Wood. I studied microeconomics in Thailand this summer. But in order to get to Thailand, I first had to travel all the way there. Sounds easy in concept, but the travel was far...
A Week and a Half in Bangkok
Walking out of Suvarnabhumi Airport was surreal. The smells, the heat, and the chaos of traffic were slightly overwhelming at first. Funnily enough though, all these things felt very normal by...
2nd Half of our Trip: Chiang-Mai and Phuket
For the second half of our trip we went to Chiang Mai in the northern part of Thailand. We took a sleeper train from Bangkok in order to get there. I had never been on a sleeper train, so it was a...
Pre Departure | Italy
By Indya Price | July 5, 2024 Studying abroad never came to mind until I went to the study abroad fair in fall. Seeing all the places you could go really made me take a major interest in it. I've...
Coming Back from London
Returning home after an incredible summer studying abroad in London has been a whirlwind of emotions and reflections. London, with its vibrant culture, historic landmarks, and diverse communities,...
Pros and Cons of Attending a Faculty Led Trip
Make It Quick! When it comes to studying abroad, there are many different options when it comes to how long you will be abroad for. Depending on your own personal preferences, choosing to attend a...
A Look into Politics and Business Worldwide
American Politics are International Politics When my class arrived in Prague this summer to study international business, one of the first activities we attended was a presentation on the political...
Home Sweet Home
It always feels good to return home, no matter how wonderful the experience abroad was. I know for a fact I was ready to sleep in my own bed and pet my kitty, Honey (pictured below). However, after...
Rome Trip: My Experience While Abroad
When I arrived in Rome, despite the long day of travel, I was so excited that I didn’t feel tired at all. After being picked up from the airport by someone from API Abroad Experience (an...
Rome Trip: Pre-departure Thoughts and Goals
I decided to go abroad because I want to expand my perspective of not only the world but also myself. Having never traveled outside the U.S. before, going to a foreign place like Rome is a big leap...
Rome: Post Trip Thoughts and Insights
Now that I’m back home, a lot of thoughts and feelings are running through my mind. Walking through the airport when I first arrived felt a bit surreal. By the end of my trip in Rome, I was...
Experience While Abroad
Arriving at Marco Polo Airport in Venice, my first impressions of Europe was that it was not nearly as humid as Alabama. I was relieved when I finally landed, I had been restless on the plane ride...
Pre Trip Thoughts and Activities
Choosing to study abroad has been a long journey so far. I spent hours and hours looking through each program and comparing and contrasting each one. I finally decided that Climate & Water was...
Reflection: What Study Abroad has Taught Me
Returning home has been a mix of relief and nostalgia. When I walked through the airport, I was very excited to finally have access to my favorite fast food—Chick-fil-A. American fast food had been...
Tips and Tricks to have the Best Italy Trip!
My friends and I in Orvieto, Italy at the church of Sant'Andrea! Hi everyone! It’s Madison Carnahan again; I studied abroad this past May all over Italy with the Department of Art & Art...
Here’s What You Really Need to Bring Abroad and Why: Italy
My new friends and I in Venice! Hi everyone! My name is Madison Carnahan and this May I had the privilege of studying all over Italy with the Art & Art History Department. After studying abroad,...
UA in Italy: Post Trip Reflection
Venice, Italy 🙂 Hi everyone! It's Madison Carnahan and I got to study abroad this summer with the department of Art & Art History in Italy. I wanted to come on here and give my thoughts and...
First Impressions of Denmark: Public Transportation
When I arrived in Denmark for my study abroad program, one of the first things that impressed me was the public transportation system. Taking the metro from the airport to where we are staying was...
¡Vamos España hasta los finales!
Fútbol has become my life as of late. As a Bama student, it is extremely easy for me to get into the team spirit. And man has then been the case here in Spain lately. If you do not already know the...
The Homecoming
The one thing you will underestimate after finishing your study abroad is the jet lag you will experience. I have never been one to head to bed at 8PM, but with this jet lag it’s a whole other...
A Stamp on My Passport and My Perspective
Now that I have been back in the United States long enough to have the chance to reflect on my experience, I have noticed tremendous changes in the way that I see the world around me. I know it may...
Plastic Fishing in the Beautiful Canals of Amsterdam
Me telling the story we created of our trash ended up in the canals (we won the story competition!) The group celebrating our mounds of trash retrieved from the canals! We used nets to pick up...
How to Stay Organized in Cramped Hostels: My Best Tips
During the Honors in Holland study abroad program we stayed in both Amsterdam, Netherlands and Copenhagen, Denmark. In both cities we were housed in hostels designed for travelers of all ages. The...
One Last Taste of Home!
This morning I woke up with a feeling that I know all too well: queasy. Whether it was the result of the overwhelming excitement I had for the day’s upcoming travel to Amsterdam or of the looming...
Study Abroad First Impressions: Rome
This is my account of my very first night in Rome for my study abroad trip. I was definitely jet lagged, but we managed to get settled in our hotel pretty smoothly. It was nice, not too...
Trip to Germany!
During the weekend, I had the time to take a trip to Germany. After a long week of classes and my midterm exam, I was looking forward to some time to relax and enjoy Europe without worrying about...
Buckingham Palace
It's been a great couple of weeks so far studying at the London School of Economics. Class is very time-consuming, but I found some time this weekend to venture out to Buckingham Palace, which is...
Rolling into the first week
Arriving at the Sint Maarten Sapphire Beach Resort was an experience nothing short of excitement and a thrill for adventure. Stepping off the shuttle and into the resort, I was introduced by the...
UA in Oxford: A Brief Overview
"The Road goes ever on and on, Down from the door where it began. Now far ahead the Road has gone, And I must follow, if I can, Pursuing it with weary feet, Until it joins some larger way, Where...
Exchange Impulsivity
When I decided to study abroad, I knew I wanted to go all in. I didn't want my experience to feel like a vacation but a complete immersion into a different culture. So, without a second thought, I...
Day Trip to Berlin
As the capital of Germany and one of its most recognizable cities, a weekend trip to Berlin was high on my to-do list. One early subway ride to the train station and a few hours on board the...
Getting Around in Munich
Munich is a popular tourist destination and busy city, and as is the German way, there are plenty of efficient and environmentally-friendly ways to get around. Since I’m a student, I’m eligible for...
What to Know About Leaving Germany
With my classes coming to an end, I’ve been able to slow down, relax and enjoy my last couple of weeks in Munich. However, that doesn’t mean that there’s any less of the infamous German bureaucracy...
A Heart Still Abroad
As I settle back into the familiarities of my small hometown in Alabama, the memories of Paris and Cannes constantly linger in my mind. The streets of my hometown seem much quieter, missing the...
Home Again, Home Again
One aspect of study abroad that was an afterthought to me was adjusting after moving back to the US. It is hard not to be sad upon return after leaving behind a month of adventures, friendships, and...
Balancing School with Vacations
Studying abroad offers many unexpected opportunities. It gives students the chance to explore a new culture and part of the world that may never have been accessible before. However, it can be a...
The Impact of Rest
Studying abroad is one of the most exciting and fun opportunities I have ever been a part of. With the excitement, your personal health and well-being can easily be overlooked so you can make time...
The Search for Sweet Tea in Europe
Being from the South, the culture of sweet tea has a monumental impact on your eating and dining habits. It is almost unheard of where I am from to visit a restaurant without having iced sweet or...
Around Portugal in 27 Days and EIA Marks the Spot
I was originally skeptical about going to Portugal for three weeks, but since I have been here, it is easily the best experience of my entire life. I have made many friends, tried many cuisines, and...
Goodbye For Now
Today marks my final day in Greece, and it is not enough to say that it was an experience. In my time at the University of Alabama this may have been one of the best things I can do with my time....
Back Home…
I made it home a couple days ago and have been doing absolutely nothing. The day, or I guess days, of travelling were long and exhausting. After finishing class in Croatia, we headed to Venice for...
How to Survive Greece (In the Middle of a Heatwave!)
Let me give you a little information about average Greece temperatures at the beginning of June: In June, the average daytime temperatures range from 72-82°. I was born and raised in Florida, where...
CIEE Open Campus Block Program
Studying abroad with CIEE’s Open Campus Program has truly been one of the most fulfilling experiences of my life, and I can’t recommend it enough. What I love most about the program is the freedom...
Eggs with Everything
Chamberí dorm cafeteria! Upon returning from my study abroad trip, the question asked nearly constantly was "How was the food?" Most expected an enthusiastic review of the incredible and exotic...
Culture Shocks I experienced while studying abroad in Ireland
Throughout my time studying abroad in Ireland, there were a few things in Irish culture that was a harder adjustment for me. The first one was no air conditioning in any of the accommodations we...
A day out in Dingle, Ireland
I participated in the faculty led study abroad UA in Ireland: Geography of Europe. Throughout my study abroad we traveled all across Ireland and learned lots about the culture and geography of...
The Geological Diversity of Ireland
The study abroad I went on was UA in Ireland: Geography of Europe; and one thing I learned throughout my time in Ireland was just how geologically diverse Ireland is. Before coming to Ireland, I...
Immersed in Belize Biodiversity
My daily experiences in Belize were truly unparalleled, offering opportunities that I may never have again. Upon our arrival at Lime Caye, we immediately put on our snorkel gear and got in the...
Wrack Line Analysis – Devasting Pollution on the Beaches of Belize
During our time in Belize, each of us selected a research project to conduct. I participated in the wrack line analysis project, which involved studying the high tide mark where significant amounts...
Taking a Chance – Summer in Belize
During my freshman year, I heard about a study abroad trip that was going to Belize to study the biodiversity for a few weeks. Initially, I did not think this opportunity would be possible, due to...