Bama Bloggers Abroad
Advice for Future Students
I think that many people would give advice to Future students about what to pack, what to wear, and all of the logistics, but my advice is to make the absolute most of your trip. Fit in as much as...
Paris in a Day
A short trip of only 27 days to hit everything in Europe seems nearly impossible, but my group and I fit in as much as possible. We stayed in Berlin and Florence, however, took day trips to Paris,...
Finding The Right Trip For Me
I have always wanted to travel abroad, specifically during my 4 years of college, but once Covid hit, which effected the end of my freshmen year as well as my entire sophomore year, I wasn’t sure I...
Alone with St. Teresa
Getting COVID during Study Abroad
View from my quarantine hotel window Two weeks in to my six-weeks study abroad program in Colombia, I went snorkeling in Santa Marta with a group of other students from Alabama. We had a great time...
Missing Sweden
I've been back in the states for about a month now and I can't think of a single day that I haven't missed being there. I look back at all my photos to relive the moments through them. Being back in...
Reflections of my Time in Stockholm and Gothenburg
On my first day back I woke up super early because I was still on Sweden Time. The first thing going through my mind as I do not want to have to make myself breakfast. I just want to be able to go...
Lime Caye Reflection
Lime Caye was the full island experience; small, remote, and tropical. Activities included fishing, hammocking, volleyball, and lots of snorkeling. There was always something to do between snorkels,...
My Trip In Sweden a Summary
When I first arrived in Stockholm I was instantly taken back by the beauty. The first thought that was running through my head as I can not believe how nice everything looks there is little to no...
Pre Departure: Why I came to Sweden
I decided to study abroad because I wanted to learn more about different government policies from a first-hand immersion perspective. I participated in the faculty-led Stockholm and Gothenburg...
Home away from home
Things I didn’t know about England till traveling there
New City in a different country
Another one of my favorite things about Barcelona is that it is a big city. I was not expecting to like the city as much as I do but it has turned out to be one of the best parts. I love that...
Pre-Departure: Why I went
I decided to study abroad to help broaden my horizon and expose myself to other cultures. I chose to participate in a faculty led program studying international financial reporting standards in...
A Spontaneous Trip to London
Clothes and Customs – Pre Departure
Getting Ready for Take Off When going abroad, whether for the first time or the fifteenth, we all have ideas in mind of what to do in advance. Buy luggage, pack extra socks, maybe study a few...
Pre-Departure to London
My name is Bailee and I am a junior (3 credits away from being a senior) majoring in psychology and minoring in women’s studies and African American studies. Since elementary school, I knew I wanted...
Learning the Language (Sort of)
I noticed almost immediately (and by immediately, I mean before the plane even took off from Charlotte) how little consideration I had given to learning Italian prior to my trip. After slinging my...
June 17: I am in Costa Rica – What does that mean?
Why Costa Rica? My answer tends to go like this: I wanted to practice my Spanish, and Latin America was cheaper than Spain (and more off-the-beaten-path, more authentic - more on that later). Within...
On Friendship
The best part of traveling is the friends you make. There are always a lot of great people you meet, but sometimes you find a friendship where everything just feels easy. In the past couple weeks I...
Packing My Suitcase and Unpacking my Anxiety
Hello, My name is Katie Prewitt! I am a Pre-Med Biology rising senior and this is my first time ever studying abroad and my first time leaving North America! I leave for Belize today and I am full...
The Do’s and Don’t when studying abroad/ traveling Europe
I am currently half way through my two week study abroad program in Croatia but I've been out in Europe for about three weeks now. It's been a great experience so far but there have been some...
Culture Shock Early On
Pre-departure Preparation
History and its Stories
to pack… or not to pack?
To pack… or not to pack? There is only so much you can pack for a 6 week trip to another country. It is important to pack smart and strategic. Over the course of my journey in France, I have...
Unexpected Adventures in Spain
I have hoped to study abroad in Spain since my freshman year, as many Spanish minors dream of, and I feel and I am so thankful that I am able to before my graduation in August. Madrid has been my...
Croatia – The Wonders of Walkability in Zagreb
The Main Square of Zagreb. Much of the city was like this. Dobar dan! In the latter half of the UA in Croatia trip, I find myself reflecting on our adventures so far. We have had some wonderful...
Studying Abroad: Expectation Versus Reality
Life in Tours, France
It’s already been a little over 4 weeks since I arrived in France, and I can’t believe my program is almost over and I will be on a plane home by the end of the week. The last couple of weeks have...
Another Blog Post about Homesickness
In the first few weeks that I have spent studying abroad, I have read what feels like every blog post and article available on the internet about this topic. In a desperate attempt to find a quick...
Headed to Greece
The day is finally here that I’m leaving and I still can’t believe it! I have been planning for this trip for about a year now so to see it finally happening is very surreal. I am going on a...
The Come Down: Back Home
I'm finally back home from my semester abroad and have had some time to reflect upon the memories I made in Europe. Honestly, coming home felt a lot like coming out of a dream, going back to the...
Time to Put the “Study” in “Study Abroad”
My classes) at the Institut de Touraine are more like a combination of elementary/high school and college than I thought they would be, mostly because I have the same classroom and professor all...
Final Thoughts: The Hague
I have now entered my final week in The Hague. Reflecting on almost a half year of my life is hard to...
Having Fun in Hrvatska
It has been almost a week since I arrived in Croatia and the things we have learned and experienced thus far have been immaculate. There are many things that I have learned not only in regards...
Dealing with homesickness
I have officially been abroad for a week! We have done so many fun and exciting things during the week I have been here, in London. Even with being so busy and doing so many exciting things, the...
“En Barranquilla Me Quedo”
Hola a todos from Barranquilla, Colombia! Traveling to Colombia has been a dream of mine for five years now. In May, that dream became a reality! I’m currently in Barranquilla taking Spanish...
Speaking a new language
My first two weeks in Colombia and my experience with the language
The Highest Highs and Lowest Lows
When I first organized my study abroad trip to London I felt only one emotion, excitement. However, as time slowly inched towards my departure date I began to have feelings of anxiety and...
What I Wish I Knew
Things I’ve noticed
5 Things You Should Know About Dining in Paris
Before leaving for France, I heard more rumors and stereotypes about the French than I could count, the majority of which pertained to their customer service industry. While it is very different...
How I got ready for my Summer program abroad in London
Since I knew my plan was to go to college, the one thing I had completely been sure that I was going to do was study abroad. Little 9th grade me in high school would dream about roaming the streets...
Cheers from London!
Because I had never been abroad, I decided to pick a program that went to London. Though I wanted to get out of my comfort zone, I figured merely jumping the pond would limit the culture shock yet...
My Six Week Costa Rica Adventure
The best decision I've ever made
Eating Smart Abroad
Abigail Brewer- UA in Mexico (Puebla)
Pre-Departure
Downtown Cholula
Is this a dream?
"Granada is like the beautiful, delicate land of our dreams; all those who see her, dream of visiting her again." ~Chateaubriand