Tag: nature

Feeling ‘The Fortune’

Nestled in the heart of Costa Rica, between the lush rainforests and towering volcanoes is the beautiful town and biodiversity of La Fortuna. The expansive landscapes, vibrant culture, and immense adventure offer travelers in La Fortuna an unforgettable time. At the center of La Fortuna lies the majestic Arenal Volcano which is an iconic feature ...

Head In the Clouds

Arriving in Costa Rica was a complete weather and environment change from Philadelphia; the warm weather and strong sun rays could never match the wintertime in Philly. Costa Rica is currently in its dry season, which means it’s their summertime! The dry season takes place from December to April, which offers clearer skies and sunnier ...

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Iguazu

Please note that this is a retired Drexel study abroad program. To learn more about available programs, contact Drexel Global studyabroad@drexel.edu. The Iguazu Falls are waterfalls that flow along the Iguazu river on the border of Paraguay, Brazil and Argentina. They are the largest waterfall system in the world and are considered a natural wonder. There ...

Spooky Tales, Invasive Birds, and Disturbance

November 8 It’s dark and cold outside, but some street lights light your way home. You can hear the wind blowing, and nothing else. You’ve always walked this path, and sometimes you’ll see some dogs or birds in the brushes. But then you hear a strange and distant sound. They sound like thumping. It’s probably ...

An Uphill Battle

November 1 There is no class today because it’s All Saints’ Day (Allerheiligen). This public holiday occurs every first day of November in Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria (Bayern), North Rhine-Westphalia (Nordrhein-Westfalen), Rhineland-Palatinate (Rheinland-Pfalz), and Saarland (Saarland). As much as I want to relax, there is still work to do. A few days ago, positions for co-op at Drexel opened up. That ...

Hiking Adventures in Hong Kong

Hong Kong is known for its hikes because there are very tall hills and peaks with amazing views. The two hikes I have been on while in Hong Kong are Victoria Peak and Sunset Peak. Victoria Peak is a well-known peak for tourists because it is the highest hill on Hong Kong Island. There are ...

Salt Serenity

Going out with your host family is a perfect way to immerse yourself into their culture and grow/develop a bond with them!

Turning 20 in London!!

Frolicking in lavender fields and eating delicious Japanese food

Kew Gardens

Kew Gardens is just a 40 min tube ride away from central London and transports you into a completely different environment. No skyscrapers in site, the vast stretch of land provides a playground to explore for hours. At the moment, Dale Chihuly’s glass sculptures are scattered throughout the gardens and draws everyone to take pictures ...

Dover- An Under Appreciated Gem

A brief guide to exploring the White Cliffs of Dover