Study abroad funding: Baking her way to Barcelona
Barcelona is a popular choice for students studying abroad. How did one Mount San Antonio College student make her Barcelona study abroad a reality? By baking! Like many college students, Angelica...
View ArticleWhere to Eat in South Kensington, London
The only thing better than getting to spend a semester abroad in London is getting to spend that same semester living, and eating, in South Kensington. South Kensington — yes, I may be just a little...
View Article5 Types of People Who Should Study Abroad in Costa Rica
Wherever you decide to study abroad, there will be a few components to each city and program that will be special and unique, that no other location will have. And although I would recommend going to...
View ArticleNotes from Campus: Rome
We just got the March newsletter from Rome and thought we would share what’s going on this month to inspire you to go abroad! Read on Day trip to Tivoli – Just 45 minutes outside of Rome, Tivoli is a...
View Article5 “Unexpected” Things to Plan For When You Study Abroad
When I initially made the decision to study abroad, I viewed the experience as much more of a traveling opportunity than a learning experience. I had not realized all of the ways I matured, broadened...
View ArticleA Postcard From Paris: Exploring all the city has to offer
Salut everyone, Fall is in full swing in Paris, and our NOCCCD program continues to flourish in the brisk cool Parisian atmosphere. Unlike the first part of discovering Royal Paris, the second half of...
View Article5 Places to Get Good Eats in London
AIFS Alumni Ambassador, Keely, shares five of her favorite food establishments in London, England! 1. Cereal Killer Cafe Childhood flashback! All those cartoon characters that you loved watching on...
View ArticleWhere to Eat in Limerick City
When you arrive abroad, you may be doing your own grocery shopping and cooking. Unlike most universities in America, where students get meal plans and head to the cafeteria for every meal, cooking on...
View ArticleOur Student Blogger Shares Her Picks for the Best Austrian food
Italy isn’t the only place for food lovers. Our student in Salzburg quickly found out that Austrian food was amazing and shares her picks with us on her blog. Top six Austrian foods, “because the food...
View ArticleCosta Rica: New Hot Spot for Foodies
We posted about the best Austrian foods, now here is a snapshot of some delicious Costa Rican fare. Our friends over at abroad101 ranked study abroad programs for 2012, and Costa Rica made the list of...
View ArticleNotes from Campus: Rome
We just got the March newsletter from Rome and thought we would share what’s going on this month to inspire you to go abroad! Read on Day trip to Tivoli – Just 45 minutes outside of Rome, Tivoli is a...
View ArticleMaslenitsa
Last week was Maslenitsa and we can’t believe we missed it! Now that we know there is a holiday dedicated to eating pancakes (or blini in Russian) we will be well prepared for next year. Russians...
View ArticleRome Has Taken My Heart
Rome is absolutely amazing. This city was made for me I swear. I have made the greatest friends that I could ask for! Thus far my class has been wonderful (Italian Renaissance and Baroque Art). We go...
View Article10 Things We Love About Florence
What is it about Florence that inspires thousands of students to go each year? The history, the art, the culture, the food, the landscape? We think it’s all of that and more. If you are studying there,...
View ArticleThe Art of Ordering Coffee in Austria
And we thought the Italians were serious about coffee. From our office in Salzburg: In Austria, you never order just coffee –they’ll know you’re a tourist. There are several different types of coffee...
View Article5 Reasons to Study in Italy This Year
1. The Food Italian food culture is something unique. How things are grown, farmed, processed, prepared, and eaten are taken seriously and executed meticulously. The buses may not run on time, but...
View Article7 Things You Won’t Find in Barcelona: Food Edition
Barcelona is a metropolis filled with almost 2 million people, yet in this huge city there are many things that tourists might be surprised not to find — especially in the area of food. I have searched...
View Article9 Tips for Eating at Restaurants in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires is an incredible city to eat in! It has food from just about every single corner of the planet. From Chinese to Italian, you name it, it’s probably here. It’s important to remember,...
View ArticleMate Culture in Argentina
Mate (pronounced mah-tay) is an important part of the culture in Argentina. It’s everywhere! People can always be seen drinking it on the streets, in a café, in a park, and virtually anywhere else you...
View ArticleTips and Tricks for Food Lovers in Florence
If you’re basing your decision to study abroad in Florence, Italy on your immense and undying love for Olive Garden breadsticks and Fettuccine Alfredo, this one’s for you. My perception of Italian food...
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