Are you considering going abroad for part of your time at Harvard? You might also want to connect with some of the Lowell House Senior Common Room members. They're a widely traveled group who would be happy to share their experiences with you. Their email adresses will be listed in the SCR directory link under People/Senior Common Room (or Resident Tutors/Scholars) tab.
Useful Links
Harvard Office of International Programs
(For general information, links, and weekly announcements of study abroad events at Harvard)
OIP Guide to Study Abroad at Harvard
Approved Study Abroad programs during the academic year
Approved Study Abroad programs during the summer
Current U.S. Department of State Travel Warnings