Study Abroad

Latin America -

Semester: Fall  2026

¹û¶³´«Ã½ 1998 - 1 Credit Hour

Trip Leader: Dr. Alex Ortiz, aortiz@flsouthern.edu

Immerse yourself in the vibrant history and culture of Mexico City! This Junior Journey is designed for an in-depth exploration of one of the world's most dynamic capitals. Highlights include an exploration of the Pyramids of Teotihuacan, and a picturesque Xochimilco boat ride. Also, you'll spend time at the Museum of National Anthropology and view the architectural marvel of the Palacio de Bellas Artes. You'll ascend the Torre Latinoamericana for panoramic views of the city. Make sure to connect with history and culture this Fall Break!

Junior Journey Trip Cost: $640

Regular Trip Cost: $2,640

Latin America - Marine Biology

Semester: Fall  2026

BIO3316 - 4 Credit Hours

Trip Leader: Dr. Gabriel Langford, glangford@flsouthern.edu

Do you love sharks and rays? Have you always wanted to swim with them in the beautiful blue waters of the Bahamas? Then this is the trip for you!!! Join Dr. Langford's BIO3316 course to travel to the world-famous Bimini Sharklab. You will learn all about their biology and swim with them in the wild as seen in this photo of ¹û¶³´«Ã½ students.

Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor

Junior Journey Trip Cost: $1,954

Regular Trip Cost: $3,954

Latin America -

Semester: Fall  2026

1 Credit Hour

Trip Leader: Dr. Chris Brandon, cbrandon@flsouthern.edu

This immersive course offers students the opportunity to explore Chile’s vibrant culture, history, and environment through a series of guided excursions and hands-on activities as seen in this photo of ¹û¶³´«Ã½ students. The trip hub will be based in Santiago, Chile, but we will be exploring the nearby natural spaces. Students will develop intercultural competence by engaging directly with local communities and reflecting on their experiences through written journals or video blogs. Students will also have the opportunity to reflect on their trip creatively via a small group infographic activity. Professionalism and active participation are also essential components, ensuring that each student gains a deeper appreciation and understanding of Chile’s unique landscape and heritage.

Junior Journey Trip Cost: $2,700

Regular Trip Cost: $4,700

Mediterranean -

Semester: May  2025

1 Credit Hour

Trip Leader: Dr. Mijana Lockard, mlockard2@flsouthern.edu

Our student trip to Croatia combines cultural immersion with hands-on learning in one of Europe’s most scenic coastal regions. You’ll live like a Croatian while spending time in historic cities and coastal communities, experiencing everyday traditions, local life, and the Adriatic setting. Through field experiences across Croatia, you’ll explore how real places support interdisciplinary learning and fresh ways of thinking. You will explore cuisine, culture, and nature through local meals, markets, and daily interactions. Visits to historic landmarks and UNESCO-listed sites provide historical context, while time in national parks and island hopping in the Adriatic highlight Croatia’s landscapes and maritime traditions. Time in Split focuses on its origins as a Roman center, including Diocletian’s Palace and the nearby ruins of Salona, once the capital of the Roman province of Dalmatia. A visit to Klis Fortress above the city offers insight into centuries of regional defense and sweeping views of the surrounding landscape. Additional stops include the Romanesque town of Trogir and Zadar’s Sea Organ — an architectural instrument that uses ocean waves and underwater pipes to create music.

Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor

Deposit Amount: $4,208

Junior Journey Trip Cost: $2,208

Regular Trip Cost: $5,191

Europe - ROTC

Semester: Fall  2026

1 Credit Hour

Trip Leader: Harry Dingle, hdingle@flsouthern.edu

Led by the team that brought you the “Band of Brothers,” professional Historians will conduct a tour of the D-Day Battlefield.  Participants in this Junior Journey will explore the military history of Normandy, France and with focus on the D-Day invasion of June 6, 1944.  They will be expected to compare and contrast the experiences on the American invasion beaches with those of the Canadians and British beaches, demonstrate a general understanding of the battle and the complications of the breakout from Normandy from those beaches. The tour is open to any student.  While the tour has a military flavor due to the subject matter, the tour is oriented towards students who do not have military experience.

Junior Journey Trip Cost: $3,763

Regular Trip Cost: $5,763

Europe - Multi-Disciplined

Semester: Fall  2026

¹û¶³´«Ã½ 1997 - 1 Credit Hour

Trip Leader: Dr. Jennifer Cipriano, jcipriano@flsouthern.edu

This course offers a unique opportunity for students to explore the cultures and histories of Germany and Austria through coursework, guided excursions, and immersive cultural experiences. Led by expert local guides, students will engage directly with Central European history, society, and daily life. The program will be based in Munich, Germany, where students will stay in apartments and experience the city as locals, including the use of public transportation. In Munich, students will examine the city’s historical and cultural significance as a major hub of southern Germany through visits to sites such as Marienplatz, the New Town Hall, Munich Cathedral, Nymphenburg Palace, and the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site. Students will also participate in local cultural immersion experiences, including opportunities for language and cultural engagement within the community. Day trips will include Salzburg and Innsbruck, Austria. In Salzburg, students will explore the city’s musical and political history through guided visits to Old Town and the Residenz, while examining its Baroque architecture and cultural legacy. In Innsbruck, students will experience the Austrian Alps through a guided city exploration and a cable car ascent into the surrounding mountains, highlighting the region’s natural landscape and historical significance.

Junior Journey Trip Cost: $3,152

Regular Trip Cost: $5,152

Mediterranean -

Semester: Fall  2026

1 Credit Hour

Trip Leader: Mike Tracy, jtracy@flsouthern.edu

This immersive experience is designed for students seeking to explore the rich history, vibrant culture, and delectable cuisine of Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast. Enjoy expert-led guided tours throughout your journey, with experienced guides bringing local history and culture to life. Highlights include a bonus day trip to the breathtaking island of Capri and a visit to the legendary ruins of Pompeii. You will also indulge in culinary adventures through guided food tours and tastings, plus daily breakfasts and dinners served at comfortable 4-star hotels.

Junior Journey Trip Cost: $3,489

Regular Trip Cost: $5,489

Mediterranean -

Semester: Fall  2026

1 Credit Hour

Trip Leader: Jonathan Cazalas, jcazalas@flsouthern.edu

From the eternal grandeur of Rome to the sun-drenched cliffs of the Amalfi Coast, this journey traces the arc of Italian civilization; from the monumental ambitions of empire to the intimate rhythms of coastal village life. In Rome, you'll walk through the corridors of history itself. Stand inside the Colosseum, where ancient crowds once roared, and wander the Roman Forum, the political heart of an empire that shaped Western law, language, and architecture. Then step into the Vatican, where Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling still inspires awe five centuries later, and St. Peter's Basilica renders the ambitions of Renaissance faith in marble and gold. Between these iconic sites, Rome reveals itself in quieter moments: the baroque theatricality of the Trevi Fountain, the engineering marvel of the Pantheon's oculus, the fashionable energy of the Spanish Steps. From the capital, we travel south by high-speed rail as the landscape transforms from urban sprawl to the dramatic volcanic coastline of Campania. Our base in Sorrento, perched on cliffs above the Tyrrhenian Sea, offers the perfect gateway to one of the world's most celebrated coastlines, where the pace of life slows and the air carries the scent of lemon and sea salt. We'll wind along the legendary Amalfi Drive to Positano, where pastel-colored houses cascade down steep hillsides to a pebbled beach. Further along, the town of Amalfi's cathedral stands testament to its days as a powerful maritime republic. Above the town, terraced hillsides yield the famous Amalfi lemons, whose fragrant groves we'll tour before a hands-on cooking class with local hosts; learning the secrets of regional cuisine, from fresh pasta to limoncello. One day is yours to explore independently. Walk the haunting streets of Pompeii, frozen in time by Vesuvius's eruption in 79 AD, or visit Herculaneum, its smaller but remarkably preserved neighbor. Hike to the crater's edge of Mount Vesuvius for panoramic views of the bay, or ferry to Capri, where the Blue Grotto glows with ethereal azure light and the Gardens of Augustus frame views that defy description. Our final evening returns us to Rome's Trastevere: cobblestone streets, ivy-covered trattorias, and vibrant piazzas that capture the soul of contemporary Roman life. A fitting farewell, and a reminder that Rome is not merely a museum of antiquity but a living city where ancient and modern intertwine seamlessly. Throughout the journey, you'll savor fresh seafood, handmade pasta, creamy gelato, and the region's famous limoncello. Trip costs include airfare, three and four-star hotel accommodations (double or triple occupancy), all meals, high-speed and local rail travel, buses, private coastal transfers, and professional guided tours at featured sites.

Junior Journey Trip Cost: $2,656

Regular Trip Cost: $4,656

Mediterranean -

Semester: Fall  2026

1 Credit Hour

Trip Leader: Mike Tracy, jtracy@flsouthern.edu

This immersive experience is designed for students seeking to explore the rich history, vibrant culture, and delectable cuisine of Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast. Enjoy expert-led guided tours throughout your journey, with experienced guides bringing local history and culture to life. Highlights include a bonus day trip to the breathtaking island of Capri and a visit to the legendary ruins of Pompeii. You will also indulge in culinary adventures through guided food tours and tastings, plus daily breakfasts and dinners served at comfortable 4-star hotels.

Junior Journey Trip Cost: $3,489

Regular Trip Cost: $5,489

Mediterranean -

Semester: Fall  2026

1 Credit Hour

Trip Leader: Jonathan Cazalas, jcazalas@flsouthern.edu

From the eternal grandeur of Rome to the sun-drenched cliffs of the Amalfi Coast, this journey traces the arc of Italian civilization; from the monumental ambitions of empire to the intimate rhythms of coastal village life. In Rome, you'll walk through the corridors of history itself. Stand inside the Colosseum, where ancient crowds once roared, and wander the Roman Forum, the political heart of an empire that shaped Western law, language, and architecture. Then step into the Vatican, where Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling still inspires awe five centuries later, and St. Peter's Basilica renders the ambitions of Renaissance faith in marble and gold. Between these iconic sites, Rome reveals itself in quieter moments: the baroque theatricality of the Trevi Fountain, the engineering marvel of the Pantheon's oculus, the fashionable energy of the Spanish Steps. From the capital, we travel south by high-speed rail as the landscape transforms from urban sprawl to the dramatic volcanic coastline of Campania. Our base in Sorrento, perched on cliffs above the Tyrrhenian Sea, offers the perfect gateway to one of the world's most celebrated coastlines, where the pace of life slows and the air carries the scent of lemon and sea salt. We'll wind along the legendary Amalfi Drive to Positano, where pastel-colored houses cascade down steep hillsides to a pebbled beach. Further along, the town of Amalfi's cathedral stands testament to its days as a powerful maritime republic. Above the town, terraced hillsides yield the famous Amalfi lemons, whose fragrant groves we'll tour before a hands-on cooking class with local hosts; learning the secrets of regional cuisine, from fresh pasta to limoncello. One day is yours to explore independently. Walk the haunting streets of Pompeii, frozen in time by Vesuvius's eruption in 79 AD, or visit Herculaneum, its smaller but remarkably preserved neighbor. Hike to the crater's edge of Mount Vesuvius for panoramic views of the bay, or ferry to Capri, where the Blue Grotto glows with ethereal azure light and the Gardens of Augustus frame views that defy description. Our final evening returns us to Rome's Trastevere: cobblestone streets, ivy-covered trattorias, and vibrant piazzas that capture the soul of contemporary Roman life. A fitting farewell, and a reminder that Rome is not merely a museum of antiquity but a living city where ancient and modern intertwine seamlessly. Throughout the journey, you'll savor fresh seafood, handmade pasta, creamy gelato, and the region's famous limoncello. Trip costs include airfare, three and four-star hotel accommodations (double or triple occupancy), all meals, high-speed and local rail travel, buses, private coastal transfers, and professional guided tours at featured sites.

Junior Journey Trip Cost: $2,656

Regular Trip Cost: $4,656

US-East -

Semester: Fall  2026

¹û¶³´«Ã½ 1997 - 1 Credit Hour

Trip Leader: Dr. Jennifer Dapko, jdapko@flsouthern.edu

This program offers students a multi-sensory immersion into the layers of North American history, from 17th-century subterranean ruins to modern bilingual urban life. By exploring the cobblestone streets of the historic district and the fortified walls of a UNESCO World Heritage site, participants will witness the architectural and social endurance of French culture in the New World. The experience transitions from the solemnity of Gothic Revival landmarks to the vibrant energy of open-air markets and world-class botanical collections, providing a comprehensive view of how tradition and innovation coexist in a globalized city. Beyond historical inquiry, students will engage with the physical and cultural geography of the region. They will observe the intersection of nature and urbanity while navigating mountain-top lookouts, massive waterfalls, and the intricate street art of diverse residential neighborhoods. This journey challenges students to develop global competency as they navigate a bilingual environment, sample regional culinary staples, and analyze the unique sociopolitical forces that distinguish the province of Quebec within the North American landscape.

Junior Journey Trip Cost: $1,723

Regular Trip Cost: $3,723