5.0 - 8 Reviews

The Sea State

https://theseastate.com/

The Sea State is a program provider offering 2 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad abroad programs in 2 countries such as Panama and Costa Rica.

Much of the world lives in communities directly impacted by surf tourism. We're working to make that impact a positive one.

Our groundbreaking curriculum is designed to teach sustainable surf tourism in an authentic immersion context.

Surf tourism offers a focused look into the broad issues of tourism on local coastal populations. Plus, we're hooked!

Study Abroad with The Sea State

OVERALL RATING 5.0
Based on 8 Reviews
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October 10, 2025
Past Review Altered My Schooling Experience And Will Never Be Forgotten The Sea State: Playa Reina - Creative Nonfiction Writing - Surf Journalism

"Gained amazing knowledge on culture and sustainab plus the crazy effects that tourism has on local societies "

Santa Barbara City College
Past Review Perfect The Sea State: Playa Reina - Creative Nonfiction Writing - Surf Journalism

"Completely worth while. Opens up your mind and doors to incredible experiences that you know you must keep exploring deeper. It is an eye opening incredible experience!"

San Diego State University
Past Review Life Changing Experience And Memories That I Will Take With Me Forever. The Sea State: Playa Reina - Creative Nonfiction Writing - Surf Journalism

"To being to describe everything that I learned and gained from this trip would be literally impossible. This trip shaped my life and has proven to be the most influential experience I have partaken in thus far."

San Diego State University
Past Review Life Changing The Sea State: Playa Reina - Creative Nonfiction Writing - Surf Journalism

"I learned first hand how tourism, surf tourism specifically, affects local communities."

San Diego State University
Past Review Educational, Eye Opening, Experience Of A Lifetime / Rtm 404 The Sea State: Guanacaste - Sustianable Tourism

"I learned about the local life of Costa Rica, the disadvantages they face such as proper garbage disposal, sewage, schooling, and water during the dry seasons. It really taught me the importance of sustainability and not overusing the resources we have. "

San Diego State University