It’s hard to have a bad day in Polynesia. Even on a stormy day, the warmth of the locals is infectious. The beautiful landscape is the cliché of an tropical island paradise, remote islands with white-sanded beaches, mountainous wanders, lush jungles, and turquoise waters spoiled with marine life. If studying in Polynesia gets too stressful, it’s easy to take a break by breathing in the fresh air, chatting with smiling locals, and diving into warm waters.

The change in climate will change your mind. Climate change is affecting countries and ecosystems across the globe. The small, remote island nations of Polynesia are being heavily impacted, and how humans societies will function in the future given limited resources, growing populations, exponential increases in waste generation, and climatic disruption is a challenging question. You’ll be able to observe Polynesia’s history of colonial conflicts, cultural identities, and environmental justice. Being aware of the problem and how it impacts Polynesia’s environments is the first step toward making a difference.

Mark Twain famously said: “Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails.” We're pretty sure he was talking about Polynesia. Studying abroad in Polynesia will help you explore, dream, discover. You’ll delve deeper into the South Pacific's rich biodiversity and island culture. Take a risk; lose sight of the harbor in Polynesia and find yourself swimming, not sinking, during your study abroad adventure.