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Voyager en France

By CIEE Rennes at CIEE

Traveling in France is easy with trains going through almost every city, which can be taken by the Rennes train station! Plus, Rennes has a little airport that can quickly... keep reading

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Navigating Your Identity in a New Cultural Context

By CIEE Rennes at CIEE

Taking the leap into living in a brand new cultural environment can stir up many unasked questions and unforeseen emotions about who you are as a person. Getting onto the... keep reading

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Bonjour France ! :)

By CIEE Rennes at CIEE

Le weekend de mon voyage était un peu différent qu’un normal weekend. 🙂 J’ai fait beaucoup à Paris, avant d’arriver à Rennes pour commencer mes études ! Je suis arrivée... keep reading

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Food in France

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Coltrane McRae One thing about me is that I love food. I’m always up for any meal and excited about trying new foods from different cultures. It is a... keep reading

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The Ultimate Guide to CIEE Open Campus Block

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

One of our most exciting and unique study abroad programs is our Open Campus Block program . Allowing CIEE participants to design their own study abroad experience, this program has... keep reading

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Sick in France : an opportunity to reflect on the healthcare system

By CIEE Rennes at CIEE

Getting sick while studying abroad is never part of the plan, but it became an unexpected learning experience for me in France. While it was stressful in the moment, it... keep reading

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Hosting Loved Ones in France

By CIEE Rennes at CIEE

When my mom came during our winter break, we traveled together to Paris, Annecy, and Nice. It was a week full of slow mornings, long afternoons at coffee shops, and... keep reading

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Première rencontre avec une personne inconnue à Rennes / My first interaction with a stranger in Rennes

By CIEE Rennes at CIEE

«T’as pas froid ?» dit une voix venant de ma droite. «…» le temps de comprendre que quelqu’un me parle. «Me–euh moi ? Non, il fait pas trop mauvais pour... keep reading

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A Guide to Paris Museums for Art History Lovers

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Xinpeng Huang Paris is heaven for art history students. It offers unparalleled access to world-renowned collections that span centuries and styles. Museums in Paris are more than repositories of... keep reading

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A Weekend in Normandie and Caen with CIEE Paris

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Noelani Stewart During my time abroad in Paris with CIEE, I had the chance to go on a weekend trip to Normandie and Caen. This experience offered a fascinating... keep reading

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Thrift Your Way Through Paris Fashion: 4 Best Spots

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Kalissa Woo Coming to Paris, I wouldn’t have called myself a fashion expert. My style was a mix of trends without much thought. But being in one of the... keep reading

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Living the Parisian Dream: My Study Abroad Experience with CIEE

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Uma Divekar Studying abroad in Paris through the CIEE Business + Culture program has been nothing short of a transformative adventure—easily one of the most exciting chapters of my... keep reading

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Toulouse or not Toulouse; that should not even be a question.

By CIEE Toulouse at CIEE

You should study abroad in Toulouse (that should not even be a question). It is a wonderful experience that leaves you enriched, happy, challenged, and ready to conquer (okay, maybe... keep reading

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Exploring Paris: A Journey Through History and Architecture

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Kashmala Arif Paris is a destination that has inspired poets, artists, and dreamers for centuries. Beyond its romantic allure and vibrant culture, Paris is a living museum of architectural... keep reading

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Ajustement Culturel : L’Importance De Saisir Une Autre Culture

By CIEE Rennes at CIEE

I prefer to use the term “adjustment” rather than “shock” when it comes to integrating yourself into a new culture. “Adjustment” comes with a more positive connotation that implies that... keep reading