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The Berlin Diaries Part 4 - The Perfect Spring Break (Prague Edition)

After my time in Vienna, my friend Anjali and I decided to spend the second half of our Spring break in Prague, Czechia! Now, I know a little bit about Prague since one of my good friends is currently studying abroad there, but I was excited to finally explore what the city had to offer after getting some great recommendations. That being said, we only had two days to see what we wanted so I am going to give you another list of my top three places you should visit if you're in Prague!

Havel's Market

Bailey Gregory

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Hi, I’m Bailey! I’m from the mountains of western North Carolina and currently am a junior at UNC Chapel Hill studying Creative Nonfiction Writing and Art History. I love to read, and can usually be found fiddling in my garden or going for a walk.
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Bailey Gregory

Hi, I’m Bailey! I’m from the mountains of western North Carolina and currently am a junior at UNC Chapel Hill studying Creative Nonfiction Writing and Art History. I love to read, and can usually be found fiddling in my garden or going for a walk. 

2024 Summer 1
Rome Summer - Language & Culture
Rome, Italy
University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill
Anthropology
Art History

Ana Lim

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Hi, I'm Ana! I'm a Filipino-Chinese senior at IU studying Social Work with an International Studies minor. Things that make my heart smile include laughing with loved ones, playing with pets, & enjoying long naps. Hope you enjoy Italy with me!
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Ana Lim

Hi, I'm Ana! I'm a Filipino-Chinese senior at IU studying Social Work with an International Studies minor. Things that make my heart smile include laughing with loved ones, playing with pets, & enjoying long naps. Hope you enjoy Italy with me!

2024 Summer 1
Milan Summer - Internship
Milan, Italy
Indiana University
Social Work

Final Blog

My biggest piece of advice in terms of getting into the country itself is to MAKE. SURE. YOUR. VISA. MATCHES. YOUR. PASSPORT. EXACTLY. Was it the smartest decision to fill out my Australian visa application with the random burst of energy I got at 10 p.m. after driving 16 hours back to school after Thanksgiving break? Probably not. Did it all work out in the end anyway? Yes, but I could’ve saved myself a lot of unnecessary stress if I just did it right the first time.

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According to IES Abroad policy, you MUST have a working cell phone within a week of your arrival. Students typically opt for one of the following: Use your cell phone from home if your provider offers an international phone plan. Bring an unlocked smartphone and purchase either a physical sim card or e-sim card, if available. – This option is recommended. Independently get a physical cell phone from a local provider after arrival. Using Your Own Smartphone Internet access roaming rates overseas are typically expensive if you maintain your US phone plan while abroad. You can still use the phone...
Departure Policy You must move out of your housing accommodation on the departure date. There will be no IES Abroad courses or exams scheduled on this date, so you may depart at any time on the official departure date. You are required to complete partner university exams before departure. If you are planning to stay in Japan beyond the program end date, you MUST change your visa status from "student" to "temporary visitor." This can be done at the local immigration office and is required.

The “Studying” of Study Abroad: Embracing Academics

Studying abroad is to most of us synonymous with adventure, exploration, and cultural immersion. It’s about stepping out of your comfort zone, embracing new experiences, and meeting new people. But amidst this excitement of “discovering,” the "study" part of study abroad can sometimes take a backseat. After all, who wants to spend their time buried in textbooks when there are museums to visit, local cuisine to taste, and a new language to learn?

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