Seamester: Caribbean Summer - 40 Days

Every day was different from the last and the constant adventure is something I will never forget! The students and staff onboard were all fantastic and I made some of the best friends ever in such a short period of time. I wish I had done the 90-day voyage but I think even after that I would be wanting more.

This trip pushed me to try so many amazing new things with some great people. Meeting a wonderful group of like-minded individuals was so inspiring and refreshing. Even since I've been back home, this trip has left a lasting impression on me. I feel more like myself than I have since the beginning of the pandemic. The staff was incredible and really helped us get the most out of the trip. I've made long-lasting friendships and discovered so many new things!

I had the time of my life! What made my best time was the diversity of experiences and learnings we made and the balance between academic classes, diving, sailing, on-shore activities, free time with the crew.

I came upon this trip due to an interest in marine biology and diving. Even if I did not have these interests I still would highly recommend going on this voyage. It was honestly the best time of my life and I met people that I will be friends with for the rest of my life. Whether it was an awesome hike or a great dive, there was never a dull moment. You will be busy, but it is a good type of busy especially when you get to hang out everyday with awesome people and staff. Got to get my rescue diving certification which is also sick and nav master license. The classes are not bad either and the staff do a great job at making them interesting. Overall, I would love to do this trip again and will do my best to make it back on a vessel like Ocean Star in the future.

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I truly enjoyed my experience. The group of students I was with were caring, kind, and thoughtful of one another. The staff was incredible. Their devotion and commitment to the program and to their students is really commendable. I take my hat off to the staff who worked tirelessly to run this program, and who met the countless challenges posed before them with incredible problem solving and the most uplifting energy. Thank you for this most memorable experience, and I look forward to sharing it with my friends and family.

Sea|Mester is a life changing opportunity. It took me to places I had never been (literally and figuratively) and had me contemplating ideas I had never considered before. I learned so much through the classes, the work on deck, the places we visited and the people I met. I came to see the world, and the ocean, differently than I had before, and I am so grateful that I had the opportunity to do so. If you are considering doing Sea|Mester I encourage you to do so because the experience is utterly unique and indescribable. If you're willing to work hard, which is honestly the best part, do this because it is an adventure that will stay with you forever.

My experience with Seamester was amazing, wonderful, exciting! I could go on and on. It has been almost 2 years since my voyage and I still get so excited and happy when I think back on my trip. I have done other study abroad programs where you stay in a host country, and while that type of experience is wonderful, Seamester takes it to a different level.