Conquering Huayna Picchu
By Nissa B.
Published Jan. 30, 2026
When you think about Peru you likely immediately also think of Machu Picchu, and how couldn't you? It is one of the seven wonders after all, and there are so many iconic photographs of the ancient Incan ruins and the surrounding mountains, its almost impossible to consider Peru without also considering Machu Picchu. However, there…
The delicious Scottish breakfast
By Ada N.
Published Jan. 28, 2026
Scottish people have a lot of pride for their culture and especially for Scottish food. During my first week in Edinburgh, I had the pleasure of trying a traditional Scottish breakfast. The Scottish breakfast is a hearty meal that includes tattie scones, sausage, sliced haggis, fried egg, toast, fried tomato slices, baked beans, and fried…
My first week: Getting adjusted to the routine
By Megan H.
Published Jan. 28, 2026
I arrived in Sevilla a little over one week ago already feel as though I have gone on so many adventures. The first day I arrived, I met my host Señora, Manuela, who is so generous and kind, along with my roommate for the semester from Virginia who has already become a close friend. From…
Work/life balance in Brussels
By Addison Z.
Published Jan. 28, 2026
From the second I signed up for the journalism school’s Brussels, Belgium study abroad internship program, I have been very intrigued by what an internship in a different country would entail. How would the atmosphere differ? What kind of clothes were considered professional? How did people speak to each other in the office? Over the…
A change of pace, life in Lyon
By Evon S.
Published Jan. 27, 2026
Hello from Lyon, France! About 3 weeks ago I touched down on French soil for a 4 month stay. In that time I have discovered a variety of good to weird cultural experiences which I would like to share with you today. https://flic.kr/p/2rTTEeU Winter lights No mention of French culture would be complete without the…
First month in Alicante!
By Julia K.
Published Jan. 27, 2026
As we approach the end of January, my first month living in Spain, I would like to share some of my favorite things about my time so far. First and foremost, Alicante is the perfect city to live in. You are constantly surrounded by views of the mountains, the Castillo and the Mediterranean Sea. I…
Education through community
By Devin S.
Published Jan. 26, 2026
As a first-time traveler to Vietnam, let alone any country in Asia, I had a bit of a naïve view of how I would feel when first arriving. I thought that when I would walk on the streets of the neighborhood we were staying in or driving through the hectic traffic of the city, I…
Study abroad in Belize
By Ali'ya B.
Published Jan. 22, 2026
I had such an amazing time during my study abroad program in Belize. I was able to make so many new friends within my cohort, which I was not expecting at all, but I am very grateful that I did. I was very nervous about going to a new country with people I knew but…
One word in Peru
By Safina E.
Published Jan. 22, 2026
Allianllanchu, one word that means hello, but also means a thousand when you only know one. Arriving in Cusco, Peru, I quickly learned that I would not only be dealing with the high altitude, but also the language barrier between the locals and myself. Simple tasks of ordering a taxi or asking how much an…
Transportation in Madrid
By Lexi M.
Published Jan. 22, 2026
Before coming to Spain, I had heard a lot from people about how public transportation is a lot better here, and that was one of the biggest differences that they had said. After being here for about a week, I can see why they mentioned it so much. Madrid has an extensive system of buses…