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Scenery, Palaces, and Delicious Cuisine: A Spring Break Trip to Portugal Past Review

By (Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas., Presbyterian College) - abroad from 02/28/2013 to 03/09/2013 with

Presbyterian College: Faculty Led Spring Break Tour of Portugal

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
It was my first trip abroad, so it was a great introduction to what it's like in other countries, not only the museums and palaces, but about the people as well. It was absolutely worthwhile!

Review Photos

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Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 0-2 weeks

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

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? 260 Euros
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Have a set amount of money you are bringing, then spend on what ever you want!

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? Yes
How much did the program encourage you to use the language?

0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language

How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? None
How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? None
What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? None
How many hours per day did you use the language? 0

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

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  • Hotel
* Who did you live with?

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  • Other
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Local 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?
  • Food
  • Scenery
  • Palaces
* What could be improved?
  • More interaction with locals
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? To pack more socks!!

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Networker
An active student leader, it was important for you to network abroad as well. Once overseas, you sought out student clubs, volunteered with local organizations, or attended community events. You encouraged your friends join you, and often considered how you could reflect your international experiences in a resume.