Perspectives often shift while studying abroad. Jordan Caten, a junior at Auburn University, describes her experience in Greece below! While studying abroad in Greece, I have realized very quickly it begins with all the small things this country has to offer. For example, if you’re expecting to go lunch and get a quick paced meal … Continue Reading »
Location Spotlight: Greece
Nicole Vahalik, a senior at the University of Kentucky, gives us more great tips on touring Athens! 1. Listen to your tour guide Our tour guide Jimmy was great and so knowledgeable about the history of Greece especially the history of Acropolis and the Parthenon. Having Jimmy explain everything in the museum before going up … Continue Reading »
Emily Cragon, a junior at Auburn University, has some great advice for anyone interested in touring Athens! 1. Your tour guide is your best friend. When touring a big city, especially a place like Athens with a lot of history, having a tour guide native to the city is a treasure and an interesting perspective … Continue Reading »
Margaret Sharbel, a senior at Auburn University, learned that despite language barriers, a simple smile and laughter and transcend cultures. What a fun afternoon! Yesterday, we went to the private beach in Glyfada to relax and get a little sun. The weather was perfect and there were tons of people on the beach, as it … Continue Reading »
Food brings us together, especially when it’s an 8-course meal! Katy Harris, a senior at Auburn University, describes her experience of meeting new people of a meal in today’s blog! Last night the group went to a restaurant called Cheers. It was amazing food with an amazing view and even better company. The restaurant set … Continue Reading »
Lauren Reichard, a junior at Appalachian State University, is joining us on LEAD Greece this summer! We are just a few days into the program, but Lauren is already in love with this amazing country! Greece has always been at the top of my bucket list of places that I wanted to visit. With the … Continue Reading »
Cameron Morris, a sophomore at Auburn University, recaps her experience with Greece Direct! We are sad to say goodbye to this great group, but we are excited to welcome them into the Go Global family! Today was the last day of our trip and as the journey has come to an end, I can fully … Continue Reading »
Courtney Ergen, a junior at Wake Forest University and GO: Again student, describes how Go Global creates a unique culture across all locations whether it’s your first trip with us or a repeat experience! As I sit on the plane leaving Greece after graduating from my second Go Global trip, I cannot help but think about … Continue Reading »
Morgan Moulton, a senior at Auburn University, describes a perfect day with Greece Direct. Who wouldn’t want to join in the fun? Today was simply wonderful. If I could travel by catamaran for the rest of my life believe me I would! The amazing Greece sunshine and constant breeze helped a little too. The catamaran … Continue Reading »
Go Global’s Direct programs are the perfect fit for students who’ve always wanted to backpack. Read about Katelyn Harvey’s, a junior at the University of Arkansas, experience below! Before I heard about Go Global, my friend and I thought that we just wanted to travel abroad alone. When I heard about Direct and looked into … Continue Reading »