Hola Amigos, this weekend we went to Candelario, a small town in the mountains of Spain. The highlight of the trip was visiting Granadilla (Pictured above). This town was built in the 9th century, and for many years was a self-sustaining city. But after the Spanish government built a reservoir the citizens abandoned the city in…
Being accepted to the Verano Español program was extremely exciting, especially when I learned that my closest friends would be accompanying me on the journey. Being able to share so many fantastic experiences and exploring all that Madrid, and Spain generally, has to offer is such a blessing. We have had so many amazing memories…
Buen Retiro Park
The attached picture is from Retiro Park, which is located in the heat of the city.The park used to belong to the Royal family and was used for naval purposes and for the extravagant shows and theaters near the lake. Due to this reason, the park has various monuments, gardens and palaces such as the…
Traveling: Why is it so awesome?
Growing up I always associated traveling and “being a wanderlust” with a concept for those that were well off. It’s grandiose. I could never afford that. Maybe someday when I’ve made real tangible “adult money” I can possibly go to Italy like I’ve always dreamed. Although I still think a lot of these things are…
German Living
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Sommer Deutschland Week 2
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Actually Speaking German: Sommer Deutschland Week Two
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Final days
Hola! After our ‘Semana Santa’ or what we used as a spring break, we stayed local and just enjoyed time with other students at the university by doing day trips places and going out and doing fun activities. We had a bit over a month left when we realized that this could be the last…
BACK TO AMERICA
HI! I have been back home for about 12 days now and it has definitely felt super super weird… Rome was my home for so long that I got so used to its culture and the way of living and now to come back to the U.S. and my family has definitely been a change…
New Suns
As I begin to write my final post for the spring semester of 2018, I snack on a ginger and mint smoothie bowl at Banan in Honolulu, Hawaii. Ginger and mint you might wonder? It’s a delicious juxtaposition. I decided to extend my layover in Hawaii to two days. I was hoping for peaceful relaxation,…