Author: DU Abroad

The University of Denver sends over 70% of its undergraduates on study abroad programs.

Lost in Translations

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Through my travels I have found that it is often frustrating and difficult to be in a country where you don’t speak the language. However, I have learned that if I master 4 key phrases in the local language than I have much better success interacting with local people and navigating around a city or country. If you learn these simple phrases before visiting I can assure you your travels will be much easier and people will be more helpful!

1.      Hello

2.      Please

3.      Thank you

4.      Where is the bathroom?

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Skiing and Snowboarding Abroad

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Winter is officially in full force, which means one thing:  About 90% of DU is thinking about skiing/snowboarding and when they’re going up to the mountains next.

Going abroad can be a great chance to not only learn and take classes in a foreign environment, but also take a short trip or two to ski the slopes in places such as the Alps or the Andes.

Europe:

With many students studying abroad in Europe heading to the Alps is a no-brainer for most ski or snowboard enthusiasts, but also look elsewhere.  If you’re dead set on the Alps, some of the best places to visit are going to be in northern Italy, Switzerland or Austria.  These places will not only provide a great ski session, but will also have phenomenal views of the mountains and surrounding areas.  For other ideas look to Slovenia, may not be the first place you think of, but they have great mountains and resorts.

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