How to Solo Travel
Studying abroad can be an overwhelming experience and if you find yourself feeling the need to escape – it’s time for a solo trip. Whether it be to a nearby town or a completely...
Category: Europe
Denmark: Exploring the Most Bike Friendly City in the World
During my introduction week at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), I learned that 9 out of 10 Danish residents own a bike. There is a bike lane on every major road in Copenhagen...
Farewell to Europe
As I fly back to Maryland, I reflect on what these last ten days have been. There have been many a meetings with respective colleagues, multitudes of trips to British pubs, and many stops...
Belgian Opinions on Brexit
I finally landed in Brussels and I am more than excited to see what this city has to offer. I couldn’t wait to understand Brexit and how it has socially affected residents in Brussels....
Bruxelles: A Mixed Bag of People and Government
Before going to Brussels and especially Belgium, I had known Belgium was a country in Western Europe near France and the Netherlands, that they were good at soccer, and had been a place with...
Spain: Adios Barcelona, Hola Madrid!
Today I am on my way to Madrid after spending 5 days in Barcelona. After just this short period of time, I am amazed at all I have done and seen as well...
Spain: See Ya Barca, Onto Madrid!
Today is our last day in Barcelona, as we will be taking a two and a half train ride to Madrid shortly as I am writing this. Barcelona was an amazing experience for all...
Spain: Timeless Design
Today in Barcelona the class ventured out into the Sant Pau Art Nouveau site and the Gothic Quarter. Both of these architectural masterpieces are staples here in Barcelona, and are considered to be timeless...
Spain: All About Gaudí
This day in Barcelona was centered around Antoni Gaudí, a well-renowned architect who is seen to be very influential in the Spanish/Catalonian culture. His work is regarded to be well ahead of his time....
Spain: The Rendezvous
I arrived at our hotel in Barcelona at around 11am. Only a few students like myself arrived early, so we decided to hang out and walk around the city due to our curiosity. While...