Seamester Study Abroad at Sea

This trip definitely taught me a lot about myself- especially my limits. There was one person on my boat who left because he felt extremely homesick, uncomfortable, etc.. and so did I. The only difference between me and him was that I came on this trip to push myself- I definitely payed attention to the reviews and even warnings on the website that stated this trip isn't for the weak of heart. So, I stayed. I really struggled, though. I'm not the type of person to go on these types of things- ever. So, being said, I may have a different opinion about this trip than most students. Most people on the boat really loved it. Personally, I could deal with the work that we had to do, I knew it was necessary. I couldn't deal with the cockroaches. That was bad. I couldn't deal with the way staff handled some issues. That was bad. I wish there was more personal autonomy on this trip- being able to pick what you want to do for the day, even. I also wish there were more breaks. Almost everyone I know reached a point of complete mental exhaustion (which I know was expected). We were not asking at any point for a full day off- but maybe even just a 4 hour break once every 2-3 weeks. Besides that, this trip really was great. It taught me so much about myself and I have so much more confidence in who I am as a person, and what I can achieve. I genuinely feel like the sky is the limit. I met some lifelong friends and had experiences I will talk about until the day I die. Thanks Seamester!

i really enjoyed this trip overall. i've met some of the best people i've ever met in my life, who i will definitely stay in touch for a long time. it was nice to learn about the basics of sailing as well as getting to see so many different places but i wish we got to have more shore time and we didn't have to suffer in the heat because the captain didn't want to turn the gen on. i didn't like how the staff were more emotionally immature than the teens on the boat, i found it particularly unprofessional, how they would constantly project their anger on us and pick on one person for an unnecessary extended amount of time. i also felt like we did not have enough food and no one genuinely enjoyed their job.

The time I spent on this adventure is something I will never forget. I won't forget the amazing people and places we visited. no matter what I know I will hold this experience I won't forget, and there won't be another like it. The Classes were great as well as the sail handling as well. Thank you for the amazing time I and my freinds had