48 Hours in Berlin *It was the summer before my senior year of college and I was about to be studying abroad on a ship for an entire semester. I was expected to be in Hamburg, Germany by September 9th, for disembarkment of Semester at Sea. So I decided why not make a little pre-trip […]
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A South African adventure
A South African Adventure https://youtu.be/XvhUSjTxmRw When I think about South Africa, only one word comes to mind…. Adventure. For many of my shipmates aboard the M.V. World Odyssey, South Africa was a port favorite. Despite the lingering post-Apartheid issues South Africa is dealing with, the country itself is beautiful; the endless wineries, big 5 safaris, […]
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6 Day Trips from Edinburgh
12 things to do in Edinburgh
It felt like every direction I turned within the city of Edinburgh, I discovered a new piece of history. There are so many beautiful things to see- both large and small in significance. From hiking up Arthur’s Seat, to walking in the footsteps of royals in the castle, to learning about the history/culture while standing on the cobblestone streets- there’s such a range of things to experience!
2 Week Itinerary for Scotland
It all started in the summer of 2016, when I had the opportunity to ‘study abroad’ in Scotland for two weeks. Although I didn’t end up taking any courses, I did go on an adventure that still inspires me to this day. The people and places that I encountered in Scotland, will forever hold a special place in my heart.