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Includes miscellaneous travel posts that don't fall into a specific category.
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My First 48 Hours of Study Abroad in Madrid
My First 48 Hours of Study Abroad in Madrid were memorable and a bit crazy. For all you out there who may have studied abroad (or are thinking about it) and felt some of these emotions, you are not alone! I always knew I wanted to study abroad. My parents who took both my brother and me along on every adventure they could manage. So it’s natural that I would want to study abroad and really immerse in a foreign country. When it came time to select a study abroad destination, Spain was practically chosen for me. As a Spanish major, it just makes sense to become an expert through…
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French Caribbean Island of Guadeloupe
Pronunciation: Gwad-a-LOOP Location: French Caribbean Island (NOT Mexico) Currency: Euro Primary Language: French English Language Prevalence: Low Tipping Custom: 10% to 15%, (often already included at more sophisticated restaurants and resorts) Safety: Very safe Best Suited for: Beach-going, snorkeling/scuba, hiking, swimming, eating great French-infused Caribbean cuisine, surfing, attending Carnival, and cultural experiences Main Points of Interest: Pointe des Chateaux, Deshaies, Le Gosier, Bouillant/Pigeon Island, and St. Anne Other Islands to visit: accessible via ferry: Marie Galante, La Desirade, and Iles Les Saintes About Guadeloupe Guadeloupe, also called “Gwada,” is a charming French Caribbean Island nation. When you look a little closer, you’ll see it’s actually an archipelago. The main part…
