Hospitality, In-Depth Cultural Insight, and Natural Wonders Past Review
By Study A (University of Nebraska - Omaha) - abroad from 07/23/2016 to 08/06/2016 with
Inspire Oman: Customised Program (Faculty Led)
I learned about a safe and friendly location in the Middle East that any student could enjoy, and about Oman's role in the region and it's religious tolerance.
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Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 6 months+ |
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| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
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This program had an excellent balance of learning experiences and free time to explore. We met a US Ambassador, visited the World Health Organization, met with local think tanks and much more. We also were able to travel and see natural wonders such as Jebel Shams and Turtle Beach, and to see what life was like in both large cities and small villages. It was a wonderful introduction to Omani culture from multiple points of view. |
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* 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) |
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| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | A food stipend was included in the program, so very little. |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Buses are less expensive than taxis, and go to the Souq with a local to learn how to bargain. |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | No |
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A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | There are large grocery stores in Muscat where you can get almost any type of food you like, and a lot of Western restaurants. It's easy to fulfill a craving if missing a food from home. |
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. |
