I am entering my final week in the Lancaster University International Summer Programme. While I am excited to take a break, this class has been so incredibly informative and I have met some amazing people. When I first arrived, I did not have a single clue as to what to expect out of this course,…
Note-to-self: don’t lose your passport.
I’ve never left the country, never been in an airplane over open water and I’ve definitely never been so far away from home. In one day I won’t be able to say that anymore. In twenty-four hours, I’m about to do something that I didn’t know I was brave enough to do. I know that…
So far, so great
It had only been a week when I already knew a part of me would always stay in this city. During the first three days, our program directors led tours in the main areas of the city. I couldn’t believe I was going to call the city my home. There is such a magical feeling…
Home
I have only been in this beautiful country for a couple of days and it already feels like home. While time seems to pass here faster than the speed of light, I can certainly say that I am thoroughly enjoying every second. Upon arrival at the airport I was greeted by Ana, our extremely helpful…
First Week in Japan and the start of Classes
Ahhhh, Japan… How your vending machines have been calling me back for the past three years. How could I forget how deliciously cold and wonderful your Milk Tea is. Of course, vending machines haven’t been the main aspect of my exchange so far, but I would be lying if I said they didn’t play a…
All That’s Left is Packing
Bring half of what you think you need, and twice as much money. You’re going to see that on every travel website should you ever search for tips concerning semesters abroad. But most of the advice I gathered from these brief googling sessions didn’t make much of an impact on my travel plans. Like the…
First Week of Adventure
I have only been away from home for two weeks but it feels like I have been living in Samoa for two months. Our campus looks like an old summer camp surrounded by trees and mountains. In the mornings I can hear my friends waking up and getting ready for class. The campus feels like…
Only a few minutes away from taking off to London! This moment is very surreal for me, as I have always dreamed of traveling the world, especially to Europe. I couldn’t have picked a better location to spend my semester abroad. I am ready to be challenged, see as much theatre as I can, and…
Did I Forget to Pack My Toothbrush?
Since I decided to study abroad for this fall semester, I have been on the receiving end of plenty of questions from friends and family. ‘Aren’t you excited?’ is the most recurring one, and I have learnt to promptly reply with an enthusiastic ‘Oh yeah! I can’t wait to get there’. Depending on who is…