When I finalized my decision to study abroad, the first thing I knew I definitely wanted to do wasto go on a solo trip. Living in a new country is one hurdle, but I wanted to give myself the experience of traveling fully on my own, without program coordinators… More
During the age of COVID, all I could do to escape my boredom was read, work out, and listen to music while I dreamed of better days to come. One band whose music I became truly entranced with was the Beatles. The Beatles are popular for a reason. Their… More
One of the highlights of studying abroad with Arcadia Scotland is the opportunity to take part in their excursions across Scotland. While I wasn’t able to attend every trip due to class and schedule conflicts, each one offers a unique way to experience… More
I was never the planner in my friend group and before studying abroad, I had never been out of the United States. But after picking up a few travel trips from Rick Steves’ books and realizing I had friends scattered across Europe, I decided to take a… More
A question preoccupied my thoughts during my first month of study abroad in London is: How can I find happiness during my time alone? Last September marked my first experience living independently in an entirely new city, new country. Coping with homesickness… More