Our Trip to Sai Kung and Playing Mahjong

As we set sail to explore the wonders that Hong Kong had to offer, naturally we had to recruit locals to lead the way. Mags, Tony, Ethan, Andy, and I set off to meet up with Andy’s grandparents to eat breakfast at a local Fairwood, where we would later depart to Sai Kung by minibus. ...

Dogs of Hong Kong

Being away from home for a couple of months now, naturally, I miss a lot of things, one of those things being my dog Oreo. Being someone who always notices the dogs on the streets before anyone else, I have been able to develop an album of dog pictures of the dogs in Hong Kong. ...

Oh, the places you’ll go (Costa Rica edition)!

Bienvenidos my lovely blog readers! We’ve reached the end of my little blogging journey, and I have to say, I had the best time documenting and sharing my study abroad experiences. For my final blog, I’d like to revisit all my Costa Rica adventures and excursions. I am so grateful for the time I’ve spent ...

Isla Tortuga: An Island A Day Keeps the Doctor Away

Off the coast of Costa Rica, Isla Tortuga is a beacon of natural beauty, nestled in the azure waters of the Pacific Ocean. A day excursion to Isla Tortuga from San Jose is a must-do experience for those who are daring and want to escape the rush of city life. The trip leaves San Jose ...

Te Amo Costa Rica

¡Bienvenidos amigos! As I wrap up my Costa Rica journey, I recount the fondest of memories with the loveliest of people. I want to write this blog about the thing that made my Costa experience so special: the people’s hospitality. From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed with open arms and made to feel ...

Exploring the Charms of Puerto Viejo

The charming sanctuary of Puerto Viejo is tucked away on Costa Rica’s bustling Caribbean coast. It is a haven of exquisite food, rich culture, and stunning natural beauty. Visitors are invited to immerse themselves in the laid-back charm of this tropical jewel as the aroma of delicacies flavored with coconut entices the senses and the ...

Surprise! Things I didnt know until I got to Costa Rica

Bienvenidos amigos! I’d like to admit something. When I was accepted into the ‘Healthcare in Costa Rica’ study abroad program, I was the most unprepared person on Earth for what this program would entail. I did no research, no looking into anything. Heck, I didn’t even pack until the day of my flight. On the ...

Santa Teresa: A Scene from Paradise

The beautiful town of Santa Teresa, Costa Rica, is tucked away on the southernmost point of the Nicoya Peninsula. It is well-known for its immaculate beaches, lively atmosphere, and wealth of natural beauty. There are surfers scattered around the beach which inhabits the largest waves I’ve seen in Costa Rica. This makes it a surf ...

Say Mashallah: Studying Abroad as a Pakistani Muslim American

¡Bienvenidos and Ramadan Kareem, my blog readers! Today marks the first day of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, and I’m spending it over here in Costa Rica! I feel extremely blessed for this opportunity, and I want to share a little more about my culture and how I’ve fared living as a Muslim in ...

Pura Vida Progress: My Spanish Learning Adventure in Costa Rica

¡Bienvenidos amigos! Today I’m going to be talking about my experience learning Spanish and staying with a Spanish-speaking host family for 3 months while in Costa Rica! If you’re worried about going to a country where most people speak a different language, this article is for you!  It can be very daunting to go to ...