Tag International Travel

A caled version of the exterior of the Hogwarts castle at Harry Potter Studios in London is lit in hues of dark blue and black. The building is snowy and looks like a magical winter wonderland.

Building Friendships in Britain

Abroad and Beyond College of Natural Sciences Colleges and Schools Countries England Exchange Programs Global Ambassador United Kingdom

November 10, 2023

One month into classes in a new country and I’ve never been in a more different school environment. Classes are almost every day, but I only have one or two daily. Instead of weekly homework assignments, I do a few…

A group of students sit on a rock in front of a large lake and a mountain with snow in the distance.

Pre-Departure Travel Tips

Abroad and Beyond Affiliated Programs Exchange Programs Faculty-Led Programs Peer Notes Programs

November 8, 2023

Congratulations! You made it through the application process and have been accepted to your desired program. Are you ready to take the world by the horns? This post outlines a few things you must take care of before going abroad.…

Two students stand back to back with one arm up in the air drawing the attention to the Eiffel Tower behind them while on a busy street in Paris.

One Day at a Time

Abroad and Beyond Colleges and Schools Countries Exchange Programs France Global Ambassador Italy Moody College of Communication

October 31, 2023

From Brussels to Barcelona and Amsterdam to Rome. A couple of hours by train is all it takes to travel from one country to another. Our weekends consist of booking last-minute trips to neighboring countries and putting together enough money…

A student wearing a blue UT t-shirt kneels while overlooking ancient ruins.

Faculty-Led Program in Guatemala and Belize

Abroad and Beyond Belize Countries Faculty-Led Programs Global Ambassador Guatemala May Term Summer Programs

October 20, 2023

Living and working near a UNESCO World Heritage Site, learning the Mayan history through first-hand experience with stunning archaeological sites, understanding colonial influence through renowned museums and traveling throughout two of Central America’s most culturally and environmentally rich nations. All…

Student in blue raincoat capturing a photo at the base of a waterfall.

Finding Peace in Fast-Paced Panama

Abroad and Beyond College of Natural Sciences Colleges and Schools Costa Rica Countries Exchange Programs Global Ambassador Panama

October 18, 2023

A picture is worth a thousand words, but a moment is worth a lifetime. There have been so many moments since arriving in Panama during which I must pause and fully absorb my surroundings, snapshotting my experiences like photos in…

An observation area overlooking the sea, port, beach and the Roman amphitheater.

A Successful Failure

Abroad and Beyond College of Natural Sciences Colleges and Schools Countries Exchange Programs Global Ambassador Spain

October 12, 2023

Last Saturday was a series of failures. I am spending the semester in Barcelona and after my first week of classes here, my friend and I tried to buy tickets for a trip to Tarragona for the weekend. The trip…

View from the plane of the sunrise. There are hues of deep blue, purple and pink.

Morocco: Part 2

Abroad and Beyond College of Liberal Arts Colleges and Schools Countries Exchange Programs Global Ambassador Morocco

October 10, 2023

Five years ago, during one life-changing month, I fell completely in love with this country. It was particularly transformative because it was my first time flying on a plane, solo traveling and traveling outside the country. I discovered a place…

An old, charming building in Paris with a beautiful garden in front. A pebble walkway with iron picnic tables and chairs leads through the garden, adding to the rustic charm of the scene.

Paris, “Je T’Aime” and Leaving Home

Colleges and Schools Countries Exchange Programs France Global Ambassador Moody College of Communication

September 26, 2023

After years of planning and hours upon hours of packing, I am in Paris, France. I have been anticipating my study abroad experience for the past three years. Even before then, for the longest time, it had been my dream to…

A woman stands in a park in front of a pond with many trees and a city skyline in the background.

First Impressions of “Ilha Formosa,” the Beautiful Island of Taiwan

China College of Liberal Arts College of Natural Sciences Colleges and Schools Countries Exchange Programs Global Ambassador Taiwan

September 21, 2023

In the heart of East Asia lies Taiwan, historically known as “Ilha Formosa” or “The Beautiful Island” by 16th-century Portuguese explorers. This island nation serves as a melting pot of cultures and technological innovations. During my stay in Taiwan’s largest…