A Trip of incredible experiences and many life lessons! Past Review
By Elizabeth Young (University of Arkansas - Fayetteville) - abroad from 06/24/2017 to 07/29/2017 with
Forum-Nexus: Ultimate Summer in Europe - 7 Cities in 1 Month
I gained knowledge of European history and european culture. I learned how to travel well and successfully. I gained friendships throughout American and I learned the importance of having a global perspective!
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| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
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My experience with Forum Nexus was unlike anything I have ever done and unlike anything I will ever do! I got first hand experience in learning European history, culture and values! I got pushed to learn my own cultural background and was embraced and loved for being my own self! I got to learn more about myself and more about appreciating people who are different that I am. The travel was incredible as well. We got to travel to Barcelona, Chamonix, Nimes, Paris, Milan, Lugano, Geneva, Rome, Santorini and Rhodes all in five weeks. I receive eight credits that counted towards my degree and hours for my hospitality internship. I felt safe traveling with Forum Nexus and worry free. The staff is caring, loving and fun! It is the best combination of a learning environment while still having the independence to discover parts of Europe that you've always dreamed of experiencing. Forum Nexus is unlike any other study abroad program. 1000x would recommend!!! |
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| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | $300.00 |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | buy bottles of water at general stores to stay hydrated instead of at restaurants! Also plan out the nice restaurants you want to go to before you leave for your trip! |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | No |
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| About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? | 0 |
A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | traveling lighter is better! make detailed travel plans learn the history of each place you go to and the language as well! |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Avid AdventurerThe 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. |
