Hello!
I got through orientation week here in Rome, as well as my first two days of class. I cannot believe how quickly the week has gone by since I arrived. Rome is beautiful. I got to explore many famous sights in Italy including the Trevi fountain, and the Colosseum. To my surprise, I have not been culture-shocked at all. Yes, the set up here is different, whether it be the weird toilets and no A.C., but there has not been anything that has negatively culture shocked me.
Taking public transportation is the most different experiences I have done here, but other then that, everything is quite the same to me. Hearing different languages around might be shocking to most, but being from Miami, where Spanish is dominant, I am not affected by it.
I am looking forward to experiencing more adventures here in Rome, and update these experiences. For now, I have to start some homework for my Italian class!
Ciao,
Laurel
We’re glad you’re adjusting to Rome so well- we can’t wait to hear more about your experience!