ELIGIBILITY: This program/course is open to students over the age of 18. Students must be in good standing with their University at the time of the program to participate and receive credit.

All participants MUST attend two mandatory one-day orientation sessions before the trip. The program involves quite a bit of moving around from city to city, and walking in hot temperatures, so students should plan accordingly.

Program size is limited to 30, and participation is contingent upon acceptance by the Program Director.

TENTATIVE PROGRAM ITINERARY:

Day 1: Arrive in Dubai and rest

Day 2: Private Heritage Tour through the city and discussions with local Emirati hosts about the culture

Day3: On-site safety orientation and Big Bus City Tour of Dubai; free time

Day 4: Discussion/Cultural excursion; trip to Al Ittihad private school

Day 5: Burj Kalifa on top; Sundowner Safari (Dessert ride, camel ride, BBQ dinner)

Day 6: Discussion/cultural excursions; day trips to the Emirates Hills and the Al Quoz industrial area

Day 7: Culminating discussions and departure

INVESTMENT: The program cost may vary at any time according to currency fluctuations. The cost is tentatively set at $2,900 per person, plus any fees for tuition form the university. Non-resident/out-of-state students will pay in-state tuition plus a $250 fee in addition to the program cost.

Testimonials

"I recently went on a 2019 Georgia State University Study Abroad Trip to Dubai for spring break with Dr. Kelly; the trip was terrific. Dr. Kelly did a good job immersing us into the culture of Dubai. She was able to expose us to a different culture, one that I would have never seen and fully experienced if I had gone to Dubai on my own. I am indeed pleased with the job Dr. Kelly did in ensuring that we were able to learn about the Culture of Dubai while still having fun. This trip allowed me to gain a different outlook on life. It also reinforced the thought that everything is not what it may seem."

– Chelsea London

"Dr. Kelly from Globe Core was awesome! Study abroad to Dubai was an interesting experience! Learned a lot of cultural differences and opened my mind to a different experience."

– Krismin Lee

"I recently did a study abroad program to Dubai with Dr. Kelly. This trip was an amazing and eye opening experience for me. I learned so many things about the Dubai culture. I was glad that I was lucky enough to be picked to make this trip for the many activities that Dr. Kelly had planned for us. Most people would go to Dubai and only see the glitz and the glamour, but she was able to show us the real and dark side of Dubai that many like to overlook. This was my first trip ever leaving the country and I’m ready to go back to do more exploring. Thank you Dr. Kelly."

– Tay Red

"I have had the opportunity to travel with GlobeCore and Dr. Kelly on two international excursions. The first, in 2015, to Tanzania and Kenya. Most recently we traveled to Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates. Both times, GlobeCore ensured culturally immersive experiences to excite all of my senses. The sights, sounds, tastes, smells, and activities were contextually relevant, stimulating, and exciting. Dr. Kelly and the GlobeCore team, also in making sure that I enjoyed myself, took preparatory steps to ensure safety which is always at the top of my priority. Even more importantly, for me, the trips were framed from a social justice learning perspective that expanded my perspective and added to the adventure of being a global citizen. If looking to travel for leisure or an educational excursion to learn about the world outside of your own box, I cannot think of a better organization to suggest!"

– Dante Studamire

"For my spring break I decided to study abroad in Dubai with Dr.Kelly. It was an amazing experience! I met some of the nicest people and was able to really learn about their culture. My favorite parts of the program were going to the school, the safari and visiting the workers. I definitely was not prepared for the culture shock but I’m glad I had the opportunity to experience it. I made new friends, learned about another culture, became more open minded and I encourage others to do the same. Definitely recommend this program to everyone!"

– Alexia Bennett

"I had the greatest opportunity to travel abroad with a fine group of individuals as we represented our country, school and culture well. It was a pleasure being able to travel with GlobeCore representative Dr. Kelly and a few other students as we experienced a new city of riches and Gold in Dubai. I would highly recommend taking this trip under the direction and leadership of GlobeCores very own, Dr. Kelly. I’m looking forward to the next trip with this trailblazing team!"

– Primrose Campbell

"I am a faculty member at GSU who traveled with GlobeCore as part of a study abroad experience with students. We spent a week in Dubai over spring break 2018. The entire trip was fantastic. Dr. Lewis-Arthur packed the trip with adventures that we would never have pursued while traveling on our own–cultural immersions, a desert safari, a bus tour with the best tour guide in Dubai (seriously!), a day in an Emirati high school, and more. There was an excellent balance of fun and educational experiences; we learned so much but we were absorbing it all while taking part in an amazing travel experience. GlobeCore has clearly worked hard to cultivate reliable and knowledgeable in-country contacts, and Dr. Lewis-Arthur used those to guide us on an incredible trip. I couldn’t recommend traveling with GlobeCore more highly!"

– University Professor, Georgia State University

TRIP FACILITATOR

Kelly Lewis-Arthur, Ph.D. : Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Her theoretical orientation is primarily systems-based with roots in interpersonal, CBT and solution-focused approaches . Essentially, she works with clients to facilitate individual and systems level change within a context that is empowering, culturally sensitive, interpersonal, solution focused and supportive of the cultural world view of those she works with. She has taught and mentored doctoral level clinicians-in-training and presented at national/international conferences and workshops on the topics of multi-cultural mental health, diversity and cross-cultural psychology, empowerment approaches to treatment, life and career coaching, family-systems therapy, community psychology and prevention, program evaluation, and women's issues. Dr. Kelly's hobbies include: traveling, exploring new cultures, cooking, spending time with family/friends, enjoying the outdoors and adventure activities and being near the water.

For information about our Cultural Immersion Experiences, please contact our office at:

https://globecoreinc.com

(770) 284-1044