What to Siena (See in a) Weekend (Get It?)
This past weekend, I went to Siena with my friends. We saw many places and things, and got to try some of the local foods. Here are four things you can do in Siena: 1. Hang out in the Piazza del Campo. The Piazza del Campo is the main plaza of Siena. Located in Siena’s historic […]
Discovering Arezzo
Living in a homestay with an Italian family is probably one of my favorite things about studying abroad. Food and homeyness aside, it’s surprisingly given me the opportunity to travel to places I know I would never had gone on my own. Arezzo, a beautiful little city just an hour away from Florence, is one […]
Navigating the Eternal City: 5 Must See Places in Rome
If you’re in Italy, you absolutely shouldn’t leave without heading down to the Eternal City. Rome’s layout and vast amounts of historical sights can make it kind of overwhelming to plan out. There’s so much to see, you’ll think you’ll never have time to see everything. Rome wasn’t built in a day, but you can […]
Padua and Trieste: Perfect Weekend Combo
When I went to Padua and Trieste I found there were incredible things to do and see. Here are a few! Go inside the Scrovegni Chapel. Located in Padua, the Scrovegni Chapel is stunning! Inside is a fresco cycle painted by Giotto, which focuses on the life of the Virgin Mary. Spend some time in the historical […]
The Best Treat You’ll Eat in Madrid
The Spanish are well known all over the world for their food and drinks, from their tapas and paellas to their cava (the Spanish equivalent to champagne) and sangria. If you’re like me, you’ll want to try everything before going back home, and if you’re like me, you can’t leave without tasting what there is […]
9 Things You Learn as an American Studying in Florence
Studying abroad in Italy (or anywhere) for that matter can be a huge change from your typical, American lifestyle. Here are a few tips and lessons that I’ve learned in the past month while here in Florence… 1. Wine is acceptable at any time of the day. You need a little stress-relief after your 2 hour […]
How To Make The Most of Your Weekend Trip
Throughout your time abroad, you will embark on many trips to other countries. Often times these trips are booked on the weekends for obvious reasons. On the upside, you aren’t missing class. On the downside, you only have 2-3 days to see a weeks worth of sightseeing/doing. To make the most of this short amount of […]
3 Reasons to Live in a Homestay
Homestays are one of the most unique experiences any study abroad program can offer. The chance to live not only in a foreign country but with a foreign family is one offered in only a handful of universities. You might have cringed at the thought and blown it off because who wants to deal with […]
A Taste Of Italy: Must Try Dishes In Each City
If you are anything like me you seek out the most authentic experiences every where you go. Food is an integral part of traveling and an important part of an area’s culture. Follow this guide to make sure you do not miss out on the local specialties around Italy! Florence You probably have already heard […]
6 Things Everyone Should Do in Milan
Just this past weekend I was in Milan with my friends. I highly recommend visiting, and when you do, consider the following six items: 1. Shop. If you don’t know already, Milan is a central hub of fashion and design. It’s full of designer brands, like Versace, Gucci, and Prada, which are, without a doubt, very […]