Tag: travel
How I Spent My Weekends in Spain:
My experience studying for the month in Spain was lustrous! It felt so great to explore and adventure a new city and country. During my first weekend, I decided to explore Madrid and acclimate to classes and new friends. I wanted to immerse myself in the culture and history of the new city. One thing ...
5 Best Restaurants in Madrid
While studying abroad, I found it very overwhelming to find good restaurant options. Choosing a good restaurant upon my arrival was intimidating as there are plenty of options in the city, but not all restaurants are created equally. Here is a guide outlining the best restaurants I’ve been to during my time in Madrid, so ...
A Day in the Life in Madrid
A typical day in my life living in Madrid for the month of July includes robust and fulfilling days. My day first starts around 9AM, I check the weather for the day, even though it’s pretty much the same every day in the summer. The weather was always sunny and very hot at around 98 ...
What were my classes like at Nebrija University?
My academic experience taking a four-week intensive course at University of Nebrija was nothing short of amazing. While in Madrid, I had the opportunity of to take two business classes: International Business and International Trade Marketing. My International Business class was different than any international business class I have taken before. It had a strong ...
Culture Shock in Madrid
Here are a few accounts of some of my first-hand, unfamiliar and shocking experiences while abroad in Madrid, Spain.
Lights, Camera, Fashion!
Johanna Jarvis, Class of ’27, is a Graphic Design major studying at Tamagawa University this Spring/Summer 2024. Up next on the side adventures… and one of the most popular tourist cities of Tokyo… Harajuku! Harajuku, known for its popularity in showcasing fashion, has now proven itself to live up to its title. Upon preparing for ...
Exploring the Windy City: A Weekend Adventure in Chicago
This week marked an exciting milestone for me as an incoming exchange student at Drexel University – my first trip with my roommates, and what a trip it was! Late Thursday night, we boarded a flight bound for the vibrant city of Chicago, Illinois. The excitement was tangible, and I couldn’t wait to delve into ...
Orientation Week: Machida and Tamagawa University
Johanna Jarvis, ’27, is a Graphic Design major studying at the Tamagawa University this Spring 2024. As a first-year, already having moved out of the house into a dorm was a big enough move. So, if you were to tell me that I’d be halfway across the globe 6 months later, I would have to ...
Exploring the Drexel Experience: A Week of Firsts
Greetings, Dragons! As the spring term unfolds at Drexel University, I’m thrilled to share my second-week experiences with you. This week has been nothing short of exhilarating, marked by new discoveries, fascinating encounters, and unforgettable moments. Let’s start with the weather – a significant improvement from last week, wouldn’t you agree? The sun’s warmth beckoned ...
A Journey Begins: Settling into Philadelphia and Drexel University
Hello there! If you’re reading my blog, chances are you’re either a Drexel student or soon to be one. Greetings! I’m Ela, and I’m thrilled to share my insights, experiences, and knowledge about college, education, and university life. I could say that the past 2 weeks have been the most intense weeks in my entire ...
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