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Global Programs: Naxos, Greece | For Accepted Students

Ancient and modern Greek through humanities and social science

Program and Travel Information

Forms & Waivers required for Global Programs

• Instructions for Students and Parents
• Pre-College Global Programs Acceptance Form
• Submission Form for Travel Itinerary and Emergency Contact Information
• Immunization History Form (doctor’s signature required)
• Medical Authorization Form
• Disability and Medical Accommodations Form (as applicable)
• Copy of valid passport bio/photo page

Send all documents to:
Attn: Global Programs
Brown University
Continuing Education
200 Dyer St./Box T
Providence, RI 02912

Pre-Departure Orientation

A web conference program orientation is scheduled for Thursday, May 30, 2012 at 5:00 pm.
Additional information on how to access will be emailed prior to the web conference.

Booking your flights

Sunday, July 14, 2013 – Arrive in Athens (ATH) International Airport (arrive by 1:00 pm)
Sunday, August 4, 2013 – Depart from Athens (ATH) International Airport (depart between 9:00 am-1:00 pm)

Once your flight is booked, submit your itinerary and emergency contact(s) to:

• Submission Form for Travel Itinerary and Emergency Contact Information

If your flight arrives/departs outside of the arrival/departure window as stated above, please contact us at (401) 863-7900 or email summerabroad@brown.edu as soon as possible to confirm that your arrival/departure can be accommodated.

Please note that if you are arriving/departing outside of the program dates, we cannot provide accommodations pre/post program.

Facebook group page

We have created a Student Facebook Group to provide a forum for students to connect directly with each other to arrange travel to Athens. To access, the student must be a Facebook member. Visit Brown University Global Programs in Naxos, Greece and request to join. This is a private group accessible only for students officially enrolled in the Naxos program. Members must be approved by the group administrator.

Airport Pick-up and Transfer

• Students are met at the Athens International Airport by Brown staff to transfer you to the Athens downtown hotel. After students claim their luggage and go through Customs, they will connect with program staff at the ARRIVALS area.
• If your flight is delayed or canceled, contact Elsa Amanatidou, On-Site Coordinator: (30) 6946 560204 (do not dial “30” if calling within Greece).

Course Materials List

Students are not required to purchase any course textbooks. All material will be provided on-site and/or available on-line. More information on how to access materials on-line will be provided before your departure.

Packing List

Required Items

• Current passport (valid for at least 3 months after the end of the program)
• Photocopies of important documents and forms (passport, insurance, credit card, emergency contact numbers)
• Prescription medicine, including inhalers and epi-pens (in their original packaging to avoid delays at airport security)
• Cell phone activated for international use (Optional: www.travelcell.com, international phone rental)
• Voltage converter and plug adapter (in Greece, electricity is 220V)
• Travel alarm clock
• Notebook and pen
• Hat / sunscreen / sunglasses / bathing suit & towel / sandals or flip-flops
• Mosquito repellant
• Money belt
• Day bag or backpack / portable water bottle
• Small travel bag for weekend trips
• Camera / charger / adapter
• Journal / address book
• Comfortable and sturdy shoes for hiking
• Shower robe and slippers
• Pajamas
• Day-to-day clothing (Clothing appropriate for warm days and cool nights)
• Toiletries/personal items (i.e. shampoo, toothbrush, toothpaste, hair dryer, etc..)
• Spending money (see below)

Optional Items

• Laptop (optional but recommended)
• Credit card (without limit) for emergency use
• Camera / charger / adapter
• Music/iPod
• Journal

Spending Money

Plan to bring between 300-500€ in spending money. The most convenient way is to acquire a prepaid credit card which can be used as a credit or ATM card. Visa or Mastercard are most widely accepted.

Another alternative is to use your bank ATM card; be sure to have your bank activate your card for overseas use before your departure. Cash can also be easily exchanged at the airport or at several locations in the city but there is a usually an additional exchange fee for this service.

Hotel Anixis
Amfitritis Str, Old Town, Naxos

• Free wireless internet access
• 24-hour reception
• Safety deposit boxes
• Laundry service
• Transfer to/from port
• Breakfast lounge
• Roof garden with sea view

Athens Hotel - TBD

HTH Insurance

Each student participating in a Summer@Brown Global Program is automatically enrolled in the HTH Worldwide health insurance plan which provides service and protection in the event a student becomes ill or injured while abroad. Students will be emailed instructions on how to register for the insurance plan.