All this time I’ve been writing blogs and creating content for the students preparing to study abroad in Florence, Italy. But I had this eureka moment the other day while scrolling through Facebook. Who actually has the important questions and will do whatever necessary to find the answers? Parents. I don’t know about you, but my mom would move heaven and earth if it meant making my life easier and helping me in whatever way she can. So, this one is for the parents. I studi

I set a goal at the start of this year to write at least 2 blogs per month. It’s now the beginning of August and I’ve posted a total of ONE blog thus far. I could probably give you a million totally valid and understandable reasons as to why that happened. I joined a competitive Salsa team that took up 15+ hours of each week My sister moved to Oregon and I was helping her move I wanted to prioritize my familiar relationships I became a serial hostess and organized monthly eve

Studying abroad was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had in my entire life. It really put me out of my comfort zone and into a completely new environment that tested my skills on all fronts. I remember wishing there were more resources for students to really know what we were getting ourselves into and how to be best prepared for what would be a shock to the nervous system. It took me all semester (and years afterwards) to put together this comprehensive list of go-to a

Whether you’re studying abroad or just passing through Florence, it always pays to have your University ID on hand. I’ve learned that...

You’ve heard of Oktoberfest—the legendary beer-fueled bash that takes over Munich every fall. But what if I told you there’s a springtime...

When in Interlaken: PARAGLIDE This was a non negotiable for me. Of course there's skiing the Swiss Alps, and kayaking Lake Brienz and...

You’re probably in Florence, wondering where you should travel to for the weekend. Or maybe you’ve already booked something for every...

Picture this : You sent in your application, and it got accepted! Overnight, you became a study abroad student, and it’s your first time...

I studied abroad Spring 2022, and it was the time of my life. I had no real idea of what I was getting myself into. I’d never taken a...

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Why visit Portugal? Lisbon is the capital of Portugal. Nazare is known for its 10 foot waves for surfing. The Algarve coast boasts beautiful beaches. I traveled to Portugal for the first time in the winter of 2022 because my roommate and I found a great deal from Florence. I think our roundtrip airfare was no more than 50€! We were just looking for a new destination to explore during our spring break. So imagine our surprise when it ended up being one of our favorite places i

Planning your first trip to Europe? Exciting, right?! Whether you're backpacking across the continent or enjoying a luxurious city...

Tapas and Sangria When in Rome, do as the Romans do. But when in Spain, eat Tapas and drink Sangria whenever you can! I can give you a list of places I personally recommend, but better than that is to ask a local for their favorite and frequented spot in town! Truth be told, no matter where you stop, you won’t be disappointed. Ordering family-style allows for everyone to taste test a bit of everything and makes for a wider variety at the table. Recommendations: La Taberna la

If you ever find yourself in Europe, I would highly recommend Portugal. In my opinion it’s always been highly underrated, but has recently gained some attention. During my visits there I’ve come to learn that Portugal has a deep, rich and complicated history as well as breathtaking natural sites that are easily accessed by anyone. So, if you ever find yourself in Europe, go to Portugal. Lisbon and Porto usually make the top of everyone’s list, but I want to tell you more abo