Life in Cardiff
Cardiff is a very social and lively city. It is common for students to go to a local cafe and do their studies there, as there are cafes everywhere! Continue reading Life in Cardiff
Category: Local Culture
A city by the sea
Since September, I have been studying in the lively city of Liverpool. The city borders the Irish Sea, cloaked in Victorian red brick and neoclassical architecture. Continue reading A city by the sea
Roam The Esplanade, Try Paella, Enjoy Your Time Away!
About a four-hour train ride from Madrid is Alicante, a coastal city that stretches along the Costa Blanca and is full of rich cultural and historical connections. Within my classes at the university, I’m the only non-Spaniard, but that hasn’t stopped my classmates from welcoming me like their own. Continue reading Roam The Esplanade, Try Paella, Enjoy Your Time Away!
The Journey, it’s what you’re going to make of it.
A few months ago, I imagined I would be soaking up on the beaches of Santa Barbara, overall just enjoying the classic American experience. But as life often goes, things didn’t go to plan. But as the weeks fly by, it is becoming clearer that the journey isn’t about getting what I expected, but rather about what I can make out of it. Continue reading The Journey, it’s what you’re going to make of it.
Travel Is So Easy Here
I’ve been so lucky, as travel is so easy here, trains, buses or planes, there’s an opportunity to get anywhere! From Milan to Prague to Bucharest, I’ve been so grateful to have simple and quick travel to each of these countries. Continue reading Travel Is So Easy Here
From azure beaches to cosy nights and castles: Waitī’s journey to Stirling, Scotland
When the opportunity came to spend a semester on the other side of the world in Stirling, Scotland, I knew I had to make the most of it! So when trimester A at Waikato came to a close, I moved out of my flat, packed up my life into a massive backpack and set off. Continue reading From azure beaches to cosy nights and castles: Waitī’s journey to Stirling, Scotland
Stirling, its own little corner of the world
I am halfway through my time at Stirling University, and to say that I am enjoying myself is an understatement. Everything in regards to student life at Stirling has blown my socks off, and I couldn’t be more grateful to have been placed at the University of Stirling. Continue reading Stirling, its own little corner of the world
EXPLORING ENGLAND
I am situated near the much loved Lakes District and the Moors as well as the cities of Manchester and Liverpool. I have so much to explore right on my doorstep. The history of England alone is an incredible thing to experience. Continue reading EXPLORING ENGLAND
All of My Travels Whilst in Ottawa!
Hello again! It’s Maria here and I’m halfway through my exchange semester at the University of Ottawa. Since arriving in Canada in mid-August, I’ve travelled to Vancouver, Montreal (twice), Niagara Falls, and Toronto (twice). Here are my stories! Continue reading All of My Travels Whilst in Ottawa!
Life on Island – Student Life at UHM
One of my highlights has been joining an intramural basketball team—and even better, our team won the tournament! Outside of uni, I’ve spent most weekends exploring the island—hiking crazy trails, snorkeling in crystal clear waters, and of course, surfing (would be rude not to!!). Continue reading Life on Island – Student Life at UHM
Waikato Global Experiences Blog 