There’s a quiet moment after you arrive in a new country. The bags are on the floor. The windows look out onto unfamiliar streets. Even your toothbrush feels like it doesn’t belong. I’ve been in that moment more than once. The first time was in Rome, when I moved in...
When I first started traveling, I wanted the safest option. The one with the map, the plan, the step-by-step. And honestly, that made sense at the time. But what no one tells you is that there’s a kind of magic that only happens when you don’t have it all figured out....
There’s something undeniably enchanting about the idea of living in a foreign country, experiencing a new culture, and immersing yourself in the everyday life of a place far from home. For many young people, the thought of exploring new places can be both thrilling...
Dreaming of spending a semester abroad but don’t want to fall behind in school? Good news: you can have both! Through the Rome Abroad program, you can travel the world, immerse yourself in another culture, and still earn internship credit that counts toward your...
Living abroad as an au pair or exchange student often raises the question: Why would a host family want a complete stranger living in their home? Well, the truth is—it’s not just about free help with the kids or practicing English. There’s so much more to it. Host...
Thank You! First of all, I wanted to thank each of you so much for working with me. Whether you have participated in one of our programs, hosted someone from another country, collaborated with Rome Abroad, or simply read some of the blog, thank you. I really...
Let's go back to the spring of 2019. I had recently become obsessed with travel and I was eager to continue traveling the world. I started watching videos of other people traveling to see what they were doing and if it would be possible for me. I stumbled upon a video...
Travel isn’t always meant to be luxurious or incredible even. Sometimes it’s meant to be difficult, challenging, and simply a learning experience. Before I understood this, I never considered solo travel. I always thought that solo travelers were “dumb travelers”...
Taking the leap and becoming an au pair for the summer was one of the most incredible things I have done thus far. Since I was a child, I have always wanted to travel to the places I had read about. What I didn't know, however, was how incredibly easy it could be. It...
Exploring Rome can be overwhelming, even for the most experienced travelers. There is just so much to see and do in the Eternal City. When you want to escape the capital's chaos, several worthwhile locations make for perfect day trips from Rome. Just hop on a train at...
Florence is the gem of the Renaissance and deserves enough time to be explored properly. But for eager travelers excited to see other parts of il bel paese, Florence provides the perfect starting point for a number of beautiful day trips around Tuscany and the...
Flying West ➡️ East On the plane 1. Set your clock to the local time when you get in the plane (or just peek on your personal monitor). 2. Sleep at reasonable hours and as much as you can, you’ll want to be rested when you get there. When you land 3. Stay awake!!!...
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