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Life in Grenoble: Château by Day, Calogero Concert by Night
It is sure summer in Grenoble, France, with temperatures around 80 degrees Fahrenheit and afternoon rain showers. Grenoble is a city in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of southeastern France known for...
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Highlights of My Fashion Marketing and Merchandising Study Abroad Program
If you were like me and wondering what to expect from a multi-destination summer study abroad program about Fashion Marketing and Merchandising, keep reading. Honestly, before applying I had a hard...
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How to Spend Your Time Outside of Class Wisely Abroad
Ever since leaving for college, my capacity for procrastination has been at an all-time high. I’ve noticed that old habits die hard and I’ve been falling into this cycle on my summer program abroad....
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14 Fantastic Study Abroad Locations for Film Majors
Want to go abroad as a film major in 2019 or 2020 but not sure which cities would be best? Don’t stress – we’ve helped narrow down the list. Here are 14 of our fantastic study abroad locations that are...
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Après Une Semaine: Reflecting on the Beginning of Life in Cannes
To start, the title is a lie. I arrived on Sunday the 26th of August but I slept all day due to jet lag, so we’re going to ignore that. On our first day, we took our placement test and I was surprised...
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5 Best Spots to See Fall Foliage in Europe
Traveling to Europe this fall and hoping to rest your eyes on vibrant foliage? Going abroad in the fall doesn’t mean you have to give up those magnificent mid-October colors showcased throughout the...
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Teaching English in Cannes
Let’s go back to 2012. I’m sitting in my French 1 class in my freshman year of high school. My past idea of becoming a lawyer no longer has any interest to me, as I’ve learned that there is now a...
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6 Ways to Experience French Culture in Grenoble, France
Many of our study abroad students are drawn by a desire to learn about a different culture. One of the best spots to do so is the enchanting Alpine city of Grenoble, France. In Grenoble with AIFS, not...
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Visit if You Dare: 5 Haunted Places in Europe
Seeking a fright while studying abroad in Europe this Halloween? Europe is home to some of the world’s most haunted locations. From abandoned castles to eerie old inns, Europe’s haunted sites are no...
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VLOG: Exploring Paris, the City of Lights and Love
I visited Paris, the city of lights and love and it did not disappoint. I was able to see so many amazing things including the Palace of Versailles, the Louvre, Musée D’Orsay and the Notre-Dame. Not...
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Visiting Nantes: A Hidden Gem in France
So far, throughout my semester in Limerick, Ireland, I have had the opportunity to travel to many places on the weekends. One of my favorite experiences was visiting Nantes, France. Nantes is a city...
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Reflecting on the Impact of a Summer in Paris
We caught up with Emma Smith, one of our alumni who spent the summer of 2016 studying abroad with AIFS in Paris, France. She weighs in on how that summer in Paris has impacted her professional career...
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Where You’ll Find the Best Holiday Markets in Europe
Are any holiday markets in Europe on your bucket list? If so, we can relate! Every year thousands of travelers experience the magic of Europe’s many holiday markets. Countless corners of the continent...
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When the Foreign Language is Your Own: An Introduction to France
My displacement from one continent to another happened in what could only be described in a sleep-deprived haze. It seemed as if I awoke one morning not at home, but in a small hotel in London...
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6 Amazing Cities to Explore in Summer 2019
Has winter made you sick with the travel bug? On grey, snowy days, it’s safe to say that winter makes many of us dream of exploring elsewhere. Fortunately, summer isn’t as far away as you’d think – and...
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Adjusting to Life Abroad: Culture Shock in Cannes
Coming to Cannes, France for a semester abroad has completely opened my eyes to a whole new world, an entirely new outlook on life, and has made me go about my everyday life in a new and exciting way....
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11 Ways for You to Travel AND Gain Course Credit this Summer
Having a hard time choosing a location to study abroad in? There’s no need to limit yourself to just one! Here at AIFS Study Abroad, we offer an array of multi-destination summer study abroad programs...
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7 Cities Where You Can Volunteer Abroad This Fall
Are you a current college student hoping to volunteer abroad? By adding volunteer work to your study abroad experience, you’ll change the way you see your world by gaining a personal look at the local...
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What It’s Like to Learn French and Take Classes in Cannes, France
In this blog I want to share some cultural differences I’ve noticed while studying abroad in France, particularly with regards to academics. Through experiences both in and out of the classroom, I’ve...
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À Table: The Culture of French Eating
Every night, my host mom calls “À table!” to alert me that dinner is ready. My host dad loves to cook, and makes something different nearly every meal, so I always enter the kitchen, eager to see what...
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