What are the common means of transport, while abroad?
The program can be chosen an orientation session or package, which will comment on the various means of transport available at that particular place. In Europe, train or subway are options. In other countries, taxis or mopeds can be the cheapest and most direct choice. Wherever the student has a good idea to know the local taxi fares and negotiate a fair treatment before departure. Also, make sure the student is informed about local driving laws for cars and mopeds holidays and check to see if your current insurance cover international car rentals. Independents for travel in Europe, see Rail Europe for information about tickets and rental cars. Website: http://www.raileurope.com. All information on the travel and transportation can also be found at your local travel agency.

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What are the documents required for travel abroad?
Note: This is just a sample list of documents that may be required for international travel. The actual documents your student will vary depending on the location of the program. Be sure to contact your host for the first official departure. In all cases, complete applications and make all the necessary appointments for each document well in advance as you can take anywhere from a few weeks to several months to complete the process.

PASSPORT – The most widely used form of identification used for international travel is a passport. Almost all foreign countries require that visitors have a passport. For more information on the application / renewal process, consult the following website: www.travel.state.gov/, or call the National Information Center for Passport to 1-877-487-2778.

VISA – Visa International is a permit of a country that allows visitors to enter and exit their borders and can be requested for the program chosen from any countries or that the student plans to visit when traveling independently. Visas often list the dates planned journey and do expire, in order to ensure they have access to these dates in the application. For more information about visas and how to apply, see on-line at www.travel.state.gov/.
Note: The visa must be obtained prior to departure, so check with the institution hosting as soon as possible to see if it is necessary.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT IDENTITY CARD (CITI) - Although it is not normally required, the ISIC can be a valuable document for which applied. In addition to locate your child as a student, which can help him or her eligible for discounts on air fares, travel insurance, medical care and health, and entrance fees to museums and other cultural sites throughout the world. This card can be purchased through various Web sites, travel agencies or by many American colleges and universities. Look for the following website for further information on how to obtain a card: www.internationalstudentidcard.com.

CERTIFICATE OF VACCINATIONS INTERNATIONAL - The student may be required to obtain a number of different vaccinations before entering a foreign country. The list of inoculations and structures able to provide these vaccinations must be obtained from the study abroad, the hosting service for universities. During the journey of developing countries, the following vaccinations are generally required: typhoid fever, hepatitis A and B, cholera and yellow fever. Antimalaria drug may also be recommended. It is also suggested that a list of childhood vaccinations be obtained from your family doctor (these may include: tetanus, polio, diphtheria, etc.) and to update these vaccinations if necessary.

Students will be able to communicate without having a firm grasp of the language?
It is possible that the student, goes everywhere, he / she will be able to find someone who speaks a little English, but it is always useful to the student to make every effort to learn the local language, or at least some key phrases, As enable him / her to do most of the experience of study abroad. If the child is not comfortable with the language, a program has to be selected in which courses are held in English. Another option is to enroll in an intensive language class before departure.

What will food be like?
Probably food in the country abroad, is not going to be like the food many of us are used to eating at home. Although this may be part of a wonderful experience, it may be difficult or even painful for some. Be sure to follow the host school and host family guidelines on what precautions to be taken when sampling local food and beverages. (Note: in areas where it is not safe to drink the water, remember that the ice, fruit juices and fruits and vegetables also washed in water should be avoided as much as possible.) Your student will be surprised, however, to find that Many popular chain of fast food restaurants in the United States can also be found all over the world! Visit www.cdc.gov / travel / foodwater.htm for more information about precautions food and water.


How do we keep in touch with students while they are abroad?
Mail, phone, fax and e-mail are all available means by which to communicate with students abroad. While rates may be higher to connect overseas services very similar to those here in the United States. A popular option USed for many students is to get a phone card / calling card from your current long distance carrier. Be sure you find the appropriate access numbers for the United States because they vary from country to country.