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A Fun And Chaotic Start In Barcelona | AIFS Staff Blog
The first few weeks are always chaotic, but they are also insanely fun as we cram in everything possible, ensuring the students get the most out of the semester from Day One. This Spring semester in...
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Spanish Food Review: Fried Dough
If you’ve read the title, I understand if you’re a little confused. Fried dough might not seem like the most glamorous or varied subset of food to cover. But I think that we take it a bit for granted....
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10 Prague Food Experiences You MUST Have, Ranked
There are so many benefits to studying abroad in Prague, including the beautiful besides architecture, convenient public transportation, fun cultural scene, and exciting history, but one of the best...
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Eating On-The-Go in Florence
The experience of eating is vital to the Italian culture. Meals, especially dinners, are meant to be enjoyed purposefully and typically last for at least a couple of hours through the mingling and...
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A Guide to Being Vegan Abroad
Hi! My name is Melia and I studied in Paris, France for a semester with AIFS. I am a senior at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, and I am double majoring in International Studies and French. I enjoy...
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Why I’m Thrilled With My Homestay Decision
Trust your heart As I stared at the housing application, I began to reconsider what I have always imagined myself doing: staying with a host family. A sea of doubts ran through my mind: I wouldn’t have...
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Fantastic Desserts and Where to Find Them: Austrian Edition
In a country where coffeehouse culture has been part of everyday life since the 17th century, it is easy to see why Austrian coffee is famous. Though the drinks are what draw people into the countless...
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Cooking in Salamanca: Paella and Tortilla Española
During my last days in Salamanca, I have been thinking about everything I will miss about this beautiful place — the people, the lively streets, using and practicing my Spanish, and lastly the food....
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Top 7 Dishes to Try in Viña del Mar
Literally translated to “Vineyard of the Sea,” Viña del Mar is a coastal city located northwest of Santiago, Chile. Its close proximity to the South Pacific makes it a safe bet for incredible views and...
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Maintaining Healthy Habits in Florence, a Foodie’s Paradise
This past summer I went through a 6-week time period in which I seriously took control of my body and my health. I’ve always been an active person and I eat fairly healthy, but I wanted to lose a few...
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From Rome to Frascati: Exploring Italian Culture in Lazio
AIFS Study Abroad Resident Director, Rosanna Graziani, shared the following with us about a group trip to Frascati, a beautiful town on the Albani Hills overlooking Rome. Students experienced Italian...
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Food Allergies Abroad: Living a Gluten-Free Life in Buenos Aires
For most students, one of the things that they look forward to the most about study abroad is trying new foods and experiencing the culture of another country through its cuisine. Unfortunately, for me...
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Harvest Season in Tuscany: Finding Quiet Time Outdoors
I’ve grown up in Northern California and lived about an hour away from the major wine hub of North America. I’ve driven past vineyards and wineries for as long as I can remember, yet I knew so little...
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Got Culture? Making Austrian Apple Strudel in Berlin
One of the great parts of studying abroad with AIFS is the activities that get planned for you! Last week, for example, our Resident Director took us to this great little apfelstrudel shop where we...
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Hello from Hungary: 24 Hours in Budapest
This video is a quick recap of the day my cousin and I spent in Budapest, Hungary. This stop concluded my Fall Break around Croatia, the Czech Republic and Hungary. I found that food, accommodation and...
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Culinary Culture: Tapas in Spain
Tapas are a culinary staple and a huge part of Spanish culture. There are so many different types of tapas in Spain that you are bound to find a few that you like. Stories about how tapas originated...
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4 Coffee Shops in Ireland that Java Lovers Can’t Miss
As an avid coffee drinker, I made a goal to go to as many coffee shops in Ireland as I could while studying abroad. I love black coffee and love trying different coffee roasts, especially when the...
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Souvenirs: Lessons from Study Abroad in Costa Rica
There are many things I hope to take back with me from my study abroad experience in Costa Rica. No, I’m not talking about souvenirs… well, not just about souvenirs. When I first arrived in Costa Rica,...
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À Table: The Culture of French Eating
Every night, my host mom calls “À table!” to alert me that dinner is ready. My host dad loves to cook, and makes something different nearly every meal, so I always enter the kitchen, eager to see what...
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10 Things to Know About Buenos Aires Before Going Abroad
Want to study abroad in Buenos Aires? Set whatever assumptions you may have about this South American capital city aside while I share my 10 top things I believe anyone embarking on this journey...
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