Arles in the Afternoon

Please note that this is a retired Drexel study abroad program. To learn more about available programs, contact Drexel Global studyabroad@drexel.edu. “It’s noon now – be back at the bus at 3:30. Have fun!” Those were the parting words from our program leader before letting us run free in the old Provencal city of Arles. How ...

Making Connections to the History of Ireland

Please note that this is a retired Drexel study abroad program. To learn more about available programs, contact Drexel Global studyabroad@drexel.edu. Before visiting Ireland, it is important to read up on its history. Before coming to Dublin, I was not aware of the political tensions between The Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. In my Irish ...

Brighton Beach Day

This past weekend, I ventured off to Brighton on a day trip to lounge on the beach and get some sun. My initial interest in the city stemmed from my love of the youtuber “Zoella”, and the numerous videos I grew up watching of her exploring, and falling in love with Brighton. Although I was ...

When in Marseille

Please note that this is a retired Drexel study abroad program. To learn more about available programs, contact Drexel Global studyabroad@drexel.edu. Nestled in the rolling foothills of the Alps, which flow into the Mediterranean Sea, lies Marseille. Colonized by the ancient Greeks – and still home to some Greek ruins – Marseille is now the second ...

Mastering Seoul’s Subway

When I first arrived to Seoul, I was absolutely terrified of the subway system. Two weeks later of course, I realize how ridiculous that was. Seoul has one of the best subway systems I have ever experienced during my travels. If you miss a train, the next one comes in five minutes or less. There ...

The Cheese Language

Please note that this is a retired Drexel study abroad program. To learn more about available programs, contact Drexel Global studyabroad@drexel.edu. “Parlez-vous un peu Français?” “Yes, a little,” the burly Frenchman behind the cheese counter replied with a thick accent.  And so I could finally, for the first time in two weeks, ask for recommendations on ...

Mindfulness and The Shine of the Moon

Please note that this is a retired Drexel study abroad program. To learn more about available programs, contact Drexel Global studyabroad@drexel.edu. A huge problem for me is stress. I let it overwhelm my soul, ache my joints, and propel me into anxiety. This has always been a problem but college and the stressors that come along ...

Turning 20 in London!!

Frolicking in lavender fields and eating delicious Japanese food

A Cork Must See

Please note that this is a retired Drexel study abroad program. To learn more about available programs, contact Drexel Global studyabroad@drexel.edu. When visiting different countries there are always places and landmarks that locals say you must see. One of those destinations in Cork is the Blarney Castle & Gardens. Due to the castle being build almost ...

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Snacking in Seoul

Finding something to eat at Hanyang University is never a challenge. At Hanyang University, there are twelve coffee shops, twelve cafeterias, and eleven convenience stores. Not to mention that some of these cafeterias have multiple levels and a dozen different “stops” to choose from. Make sure you grab a map during the student orientation because ...