Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

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By (High School) - abroad from 07/21/2017 to 08/16/2017 with

Broadreach: Program at Sea - Caribbean Grenadines Advanced Scuba Voyage

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learnt hundreds of new tips and tricks while scuba diving, and earned many scuba diving certifications. I also tried sailing for the first time; learnt the basics of steering the boat and learnt how to wake board.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 6 months+

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? Yes

The scuba diving was some of the best I have ever done. More than that, the atmosphere on the boat throughout the trip was amazing. You become friends with both the other students, as well as the instructors. The day to day activities were challenging and fun. Although the schedule is busy and the three weeks are crammed with activities, you never feel like its too much or that there is something you can't do, you'll always find time in the day to relax with your friends, read, listen to music or swim. It was an experience that showed me just how much beauty and nature there is in the world, and how the best way to explore it is. This trip will allow you to see many aspects of the Caribbean, and explore not only the Marine life, but also some waterfalls and other nature on land.

Finances

* Money: How easily were you able to live on a student's budget?

(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost)

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? 20 dollars

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

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  • Other
* Who did you live with?

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  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • International Students
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? 0

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • the Scuba diving
  • The friends I made
  • The over all atmosphere and day to day activities
* What could be improved?
  • The amount of time spent in towns
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? You don't have to follow the packing list exactly

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Avid Adventurer
The wardrobe you packed was better suited for a semester of camping than club hopping. Outdoorsy, you might forgo a crazy night out for an early all-day adventure. You'd rather take in the rich culture of an old town than the metropolis of a modern city, but for you getting off the grid is ideal.