Holiday Availability: All IES Abroad offices will be closed on Dec 24, Dec 25, Dec 31, and Jan 1 as we take some time to celebrate. During the weeks of 12/22 and 12/29, our team will be smaller, so responses may take longer than usual. Thanks for your understanding—and happy holidays!
Ciao! My name is Allison, and I am a junior at Lafayette College, fortunate to say I’m almost en route to Rome for the whole spring semester. I’m about to begin something that I’ve been dreaming about since I was eight years old. As January 29th draws closer and closer, there is a lot to consider. Will my flight arrive on time? What kind of adapter do I need? How many pairs of jeans should I pack?
Student safety is our top priority. With a global 24/7 Crisis Management Team, we monitor situations like recent unrest in Ecuador and activate protocols as needed. Since President Daniel Noboa declared a 60-day national state of emergency on January 8th, we've stayed vigilant, communicating with students, parents, and schools, providing safety tips, and liaising with local authorities and the U.S. Embassy. If conditions remain safe, our programs in Ecuador and the Galápagos Islands will continue, with contingency plans in place for any safety concerns.