Guest Author: Ria One of the courses I took during exchange was called Travel and Tourism, and it was one of the coolest classes I have ever taken. The course focused on tourism across Europe and approached learning in a…
Guest Author: Ria One of my last trips during exchange was to Spain. I went with the group of girls I met on exchange, who I became very close with, and this trip felt like a way to commemorate all…
Guest Author: Ria If you’re deciding where to go on exchange, Prague might not be the obvious first choice. It isn’t a beach destination, and the winters can be cold. That said, after living here on exchange, I can confidently…
Guest Author: Ria When I first started looking at schools for exchange, I had one clear vision in mind: somewhere hot, close to a beach, and warm year-round. Prague was never part of that original plan. After doing more research,…
If you only have a few days in Central Europe, you can still cover a surprising amount of ground. Budapest, Vienna, and Prague are connected by easy train routes, and each city has its own completely different vibe. This three…
The South of France is one of those places that genuinely lives up to the hype. As someone who lived in Antibes for 4 months, I am definitely a big fan of the SoF. Warm weather, turquoise water, pastel buildings,…
I was recently asked if I ever experienced homesickness on exchange. Even though I loved exchange so much, nothing is perfect, and being hours away from Queen’s and my family definitely added to that. Homesickness looks different than I expected.…
Finding cheap flights is a skill every traveler can and should learn. Once you understand how to use Skyscanner and Google Flights, you can consistently save money and plan trips with a lot more confidence. These tools help you compare…
If you’ve decided that you plan to pursue a semester abroad, it’s time for the next most important decision: where will you go? If you’re still deciding on if an exchange semester might be right for you, check out my…
Day 1 – Barcelona: Gaudí, Gothic Quarter & Seafront 6 Morning Lunch Afternoon Evening Tip: Buy your Sagrada Família tickets in advance. Wear comfortable shoes — Barcelona has lots of walking. Day 2 – Barcelona: Park Güell, Montjuïc & Local…
