Bama Bloggers Abroad
Traveling Far Away Provides New Perspective on the Relationships You Hold Close
I left the United States eager for my study abroad experience. This is my chance to try something new, I thought. I couldn’t wait to leave behind my American life, not because it was bad, but...
Welcome to Croatia! Vol. I
-Jameson C. Traveling abroad is a great experience for any human being, especially when studying in college. I am enrolled at the University of Alabama and chose to study economics in Croatia!...
While Abroad…
I’ve finally made it to Athens! It was completely different than what I was expecting I’m not going to lie. When I think of Greece, I think of beaches and ruins. Athens is definitely full of ruins,...
UA in Colombia: Week One
Last Sunday, at 4:15 A.M., I stood in the New Orleans airport waiting to embark on the trip of a lifetime. Tired and overwhelmed, my mind raced through a variety of fears. Would my Spanish be good...
Initial Culture Shock
The first "culture shock" which I felt began when I stepped foot on European soil in the Munich Airport in Germany. As I arrived, I noticed the beautiful and articulately designed airport,, with...
My Longest Flight
Although I have been on several flights in my 19 years of living, none were longer than about 90 minutes. I had flown from my home in North Carolina to Orlando for a family vacation to Disney World,...
Home from South Africa
So I just got home from my UA in South Africa trip, and I have finally been able to have some time to just sit and reflect on my time in South Africa. I was not ready to leave, but I was starting to...
UA in South Africa Coming to a Close
The final few days of the UA in South Africa trip are coming to a close. I feel like it was just yesterday that I was arriving in Stellenbosch, South Africa. I blinked and now we are coming to the...
Bama in Belize – Blue Marlin
Our last destination in Belize was a resort called Blue Marlin in the north of the country. We lived just a few minutes away from the second largest barrier reef in the world— every day we...
Bama in Belize – Mayan Culture
In between traveling to tropical islands during our Rainforest & Reefs trip in Belize, we stopped by ancient Mayan ruins in the middle of the jungle to learn about the country’s rich cultural...
Bama in Belize – Lime Caye
Lime Caye is a remote island an hour and a half off the coast of Belize, only accessible by boat. I spent almost a week living and working in this tropical paradise while studying abroad with...
Heading Abroad
Just arrived at the airport!
Challenges and Culture Shock faced in Athens!
Words cannot describe how much of an amazing time I am having on my trip. I am so lucky to have gone on a UA faculty led trip with a good size group of students. There are about 30 of us, which is a...
I and my 25 Pound Suitcase Take on New Zealand
Growing up, I heard what seemed to be endless stories about my parents’ adventures abroad. I always knew that when the time came, I would cease the opportunity to go abroad. When I first visited...
The Thing About Assumption
Assumption is an invitation to reevaluate and combat our perceived truth. Since arriving in New Zealand just over a week ago, I have realized that assumptions, those that I have made and that others...
Climbing the acropolis!
Juggling Weather in Jeju
During my spring semester in Seoul I am thankful to have had the opportunity to travel around the rest of South Korea. This experience has not been without its ups and downs, however. Starting from...
Highlights from Week 1 in New Zealand
Hello from the South Island of New Zealand! My name is Luke Turner, and I'm a rising sophomore studying abroad in New Zealand for the month. My first week on this amazing island has been...
Welcome to Colombia
Today began a brand-new adventure in my life. I have always wanted to visit a Spanish speaking country and UA en Colombia has provided the perfect opportunity. There was a lot of excitement for the...
Reflection of My Time Abroad In Italy
The decision to study abroad was absolutely the best decision I have ever made in my life. I learned so many new lessons and life skills I would have never thought I would've encountered. I met new...
Safari Promo!
Embarking on an Aquila safari is an adventure that will take you on a journey to explore some of the world’s most stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife. Whether you’re looking for an adventure of...
Why I chose Barcelona: A beautiful, historic city.
The Factors When studying abroad there is a plethora of factors to decide over. Where should I go? What do I want to learn while I am there? What culture do I want to immerse myself in? What is my...
Living my Cheetah Girls Dreams in Spain!
I'm currently in Spain and experiencing a culture shock. As someone from a small town in rural Alabama, traveling to various cities in such a short amount of time is unlike any other traveling...
First Exciting Day in Spain Art & Art History Edition
Hi there! I am Nicole a rising junior here at UA. I have been interested in participating in a study abroad since I started at UA and have always wanted to explore outside of the country and thought...
Day trip to London
International Travel
It’s no secret that one of the best perks of studying abroad in Europe is the ability to travel to new countries inexpensively and easily. So far during my study abroad, I have been able to travel...
Reflection
As I reflect on my trip to Europe with some of my fellow accounting classmates, I am immensely thankful. The trip was an amazing experience as a first-timer in Europe. Dr. Lopez and Dr. Pollard...
Preparing, Arriving, and Surviving
Group photo in front of La Fontaine Medicis When waiting in the line for security in the first airport I had ever been in, after having just hugged my dad goodbye, I realized the gravity of the...
Our Long Weekend in Santa Marta, Colombia
Our program here is about Spanish Language and Culture and our program is based out of Barranquilla, Colombia but we are spending two of our weekends in other cities on the northern coast of...
Fun in the Caribbean Sun: A Day of Wonder
This past Friday, I visited one of the most beautiful beaches I've ever seen. We went on a catamaran to Anguilla, a British-owned island. The beach we stopped at, called Prickly Pear, was so...
Post Abroad in Asia
Vietnam / Cambodia / Thailand To say I am sad about my time being over in Asia is an understatement. In just 12 days I learned so much and came to love so many things that I thought I never would....
Pre Departure for Asia
Heading to Vietnam / Cambodia / Thailand I chose to study abroad because I have yet to leave the country and I knew that at this point in my life, I had the perfect opportunity to do so. My family...
Abroad in Asia
Vietnam / Cambodia / Thailand Studying abroad has been incredibly interesting so far. Specifically, the connections that I have made and the variances that I have seen in lifestyle between...
What is like to intern abroad and how to handle it
My time here in Rome is flying by and I feel like I can not keep up. I am loving my time here and although I miss my mom and my sister. I am so grateful to have an experience like this. I believe I...
A Day in Delphi
One of the day trips that wasn’t too far from Athens was the ruins of the ancient city of Delphi. After winding through the mountainous countryside, you stumble upon the town laid out amongst the...
A Journey to the Top
Perched high above the city of Athens stands the Acropolis with the Parthenon as it’s shining masterpiece. The temple is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Athens and serves as the focal...
Jewel of the Aegean Sea
Littered among many of the islands that make up the Greek nation lies Santorini, the gem of the Aegean Sea. Nestled within a protected bay of smaller islands, this high-rise city is a sight to...
Bruges, Belgium: A Hallmark Christmas Card
I do not know how I didn’t know about Bruges, Belgium before I studied abroad but I will never forget it. My group and I took a coach bus from Paris to Bruges, and it took a little over 4 hours...
12 Hours in London
There is something for everyone in London, England whether you are looking to catch a play, walk through a museum, people watch, or are royal obsessed, London covers all the bases. I took the train...
I Fell in Love with the City of Love
I had been dreaming about traveling to Paris since I was 6 years old, and the time had finally come. We boarded a plane in Athens, Greece, and I spent the whole 3 hours or so practically shaking...
On Top of the World
When at the top of Table Mountain the view is spectacular! With the overlook of the bustling city of Cape Town, the clouds floating lazily above the sky, and the waves crashing into the rocks lining...
Me and the Big Blue Sea
It never felt like I was at the tip of the world until I had gone to the Cape of Good Hope, or its original name the Cape of Storms. I can tell you though that this changed quickly upon reaching the...
Not Your Typical Alabama Class
After completing my first year at Bama, I thought I had it all figured out as far as all things Bama went. I went to all the football and basketball games, made tons of great friends, and did well...
First Week in Colombia
The first week was filled with classes and lots of fun activities! Our group went on a tour of Barranquilla to learn more about the history of the city and see some incredible monuments. We visited...
Pre-Departure Reflection: AIFS Medical Spanish Immersion program
Morgan Mittlestadt | B.S. in Chemistry | McCollough Institute for Pre-Medical Scholars
Over The River And Through The Woods : Hiking Adventures In New Zealand
I don’t even know where to begin! My experience in New Zealand so far has been nothing short of wonderful. From planting trees by the beach with local high school students, to star gazing on the...
Embracing Culture and Enhancing Life
As I descended into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania, a world within a world revealed itself. The sheer beauty and diversity of wildlife that thrived in this natural amphitheater left...
A Tanzanian Adventure
"You are welcome" From the moment I arrived in Tanzania, I was overwhelmed by the warm hospitality of its people. The phrase "Karibu sana" (You are welcome) echoed everywhere, making me feel...
From Cleveland to Charlotte to Madrid: A Long but Successful Journey
¡Hola! It’s me, Ryan, here to tell you all about my trip abroad! Well, the very beginning of it, at least. Yesterday, it was finally time for me to leave my hometown of Canton, Ohio and start my...
Day Trip to Belgium
One of the many reasons I committed to my two week faculty-led abroad program was the full itinerary that Professor Lopez created for his students. In addition to staying in both Athens and Paris...