Bama Bloggers Abroad

Into the Thick of It : Prague + Berlin

Into the Thick of It : Prague + Berlin

As soon as we arrived in Prague, I was apprehensive about how the experience was going to be. All of my classmates were business majors, and I am not, so I was unfamiliar with most of them. However,...

A Train Ride through the Alps

A Train Ride through the Alps

During our stay in Italy, our professor had planned a day for us to visit the Swiss Alps. We started our day bright and early, getting on a bus around 7:15 and driving for about 3 hours to St....

Coffee Culture

Coffee Culture

So far, I have had coffee in 3 different countries: the United States, Croatia, and Italy. The coffee culture in the U.S. compared to Italy and Croatia has been vastly different. In the United...

Expectations Vs. Reality: Venice, Italy

Expectations Vs. Reality: Venice, Italy

Growing up, I had seen portrayals of Venice in pictures, videos, and movies. My expectation of the city of Venice was that it was completely a city of water, where there were no sidewalks or...

Some of my Favorite Things on My Study Abroad

Some of my Favorite Things on My Study Abroad

At this point in my study abroad, I’ve visited about 12 cities within 4 countries. Each city has its own culture and environment, and I’ve enjoyed experiencing each one. However, there are some...

Packing for Three Weeks in Italy!

Packing for Three Weeks in Italy!

As I sit on my suitcase trying to get it to zip, I realize I may have overpacked a taddddd bit, but I can’t help it, I love to be prepared! After another hour of downsizing my bag, I think I now...

F1 On A Free Day

F1 On A Free Day

Our abroad trip, UA in Europe: Climate and Water, has two free days built into our schedule. One of these was out of Trento, Italy, on the 19th of May. This happened to be the same day that the...

The Long Way Here

The Long Way Here

I have made many long-distance trips in the past. Whether this is a car trip with my family to Florida or a multi-hour flight across the states, I can confidently say I have some experience with...

The People Who Made It Special

The People Who Made It Special

I came to Milan not knowing a single person and will leave with friends for a lifetime. The first day I got here I got familiar knowing me group full of American students and also my roommate from...

Excursions from Milan

Excursions from Milan

Some of my biggest anticipations when studying abroad were the travels I would embark on. I was intrigued to learn about the many different cultures throughout Europe and the different things each...

The Many Lessons of Studying Abroad in Italy

The Many Lessons of Studying Abroad in Italy

Now that I'm nearing the end of my semester in Milan, Italy I can appreciate the many important life lessons I've learned. The number one thing I learned is always take the risk. Going to a foreign...

Getting Ahead of Jet Lag 

Getting Ahead of Jet Lag 

What Is Jet Lag? If you are studying abroad, then there is a decent chance that you will have to get over jet lag. Jet lag, as defined as defined by the Oxford Dictionary is “extreme tiredness and...

Farewell Europe!

Farewell Europe!

Overflowing with gratitude as I pen down the reflections of my soul-stirring voyage through the captivating cities of Prague and Berlin. Each cobblestone street, every towering spire, and the...

Finding Family Abroad

Finding Family Abroad

There are so many wonderful memories and experiences that I have gained from spending a semester abroad, but the best of all of them has been the opportunity to reconnect with my family that lives...

Before Studying Abroad in London

Before Studying Abroad in London

As the spring semester comes to an end, and everyone is on their way back home, I find myself on the brink of an exhilarating journey—studying abroad in London. The decision to embark on this...

My First Day in Prague

My First Day in Prague

Greetings From Prague! Today, I'm sharing my amazing first day in Prague. Our group wandered the Old Town's cobblestone streets, soaked in its history, and joined a tour that unveiled Prague's...

Preparing for Summer Study Abroad

Preparing for Summer Study Abroad

With all the preparation of getting ready the past couple weeks to study abroad in London and Lisbon, I didn’t anticipate how fast the time would go by until I was getting ready to board my plane to...

Health and Well Being Abroad

Health and Well Being Abroad

Maintaining your well-being while abroad is key to enjoying your experience to the fullest. Whether it's mental, physical, or social health, each aspect plays a crucial role in your overall...

Arrival and First Impressions  

Arrival and First Impressions  

I’ll start by saying I am having a blast so far! I have never traveled so far, this is my first time out of the country, and only my second time flying! The time difference coupled with packing late...

Adios Madrid, Hola Barcelona

Adios Madrid, Hola Barcelona

I absolutely loved Madrid. Today, we wrapped up our time in the city, and headed for Barcelona on a train. It was a bitter sweet goodbye. I know I won’t be back in Madrid for a very long time if at...

Waiting in the airport

Waiting in the airport

I always like to get to the airport super early before any of my flights. Today is no different, I am here 4 hours before my flight leaves. I like to find my gate and sit before the long trip. I am...

Pre-Departure Jitters

Pre-Departure Jitters

As a lover of traveling, I am very excited to embark on my study abroad adventure, but of course with that comes some jitters and nerves. I am very excited to have the opportunity to study abroad in...

Leaving So Soon

Leaving So Soon

As the end of the spring semester quickly came to a close I headed home to Maryland to prepare for my study abroad trip. With a quick 3 day turn around I was very busy trying to catch up with...

An adventure I never want to end

An adventure I never want to end

While Abroad I am currently on my trip studying abroad in Europe heading to the third country already! We first arrived in Venice, Italy, then traveled to Ljubljana, Slovenia, and are now going to...

Preparing for Departure: T-Minus 18 hours

Preparing for Departure: T-Minus 18 hours

As I look at all of the articles of clothing that are sprawled out over my bed, I feel a mix of excitement, nervousness, and of being overwhelmed. Just five days ago I had all of these clothes...

Pre-departure: London and Lisbon

Pre-departure: London and Lisbon

Hi, I'm Sam, a rising senior majoring in accounting at the University of Alabama. I'm from Louisiana, and this is my second time leaving the country and my first time traveling to Europe. While I am...

Waiting Anxiously for my Flight to Board

Waiting Anxiously for my Flight to Board

So, I have successfully checked a bag and made it through security for my first flight. The lovely news I received while in line for my flight was that we have a two hour delay. I am now sitting at...

THE NIGHT BEFORE GOING ABROAD

THE NIGHT BEFORE GOING ABROAD

I will fly to London, England tomorrow. As someone studying abroad for the very first time and having only been on a few short flights in my life, here are some of my anxieties. I am anxious to make...

Charting New Horizons

Charting New Horizons

My Journey Across the Atlantic to Discover New Cultures Getting ready to jet off on this crazy adventure feels like the right move for me right now, especially with my dad cheering me on. He's...

Preparation-What I Wish I Did

Preparation-What I Wish I Did

Before studying abroad, I prepared for worst case scenario situations. Like, getting zip up bags for pickpocketing or bringing memorabilia from home incase of homesickness. I did not prepare for...

Study Abroad Shenanigans on a Budget

Study Abroad Shenanigans on a Budget

Studying abroad is amazing due to the variety of places to go but sometimes it might be nice to just stay around your new home. That is why it is important to not waste a single day and come up with...