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  • The Magical Water Under Sligachan Bridge

    There is a legend about a river that lies under the Sligachan Bridge in the Isle of Skye. The story goes that, or at least what I was told by… Read more

  • Gondola Ride In Venice 

    A year ago today, I was exploring the beautiful city of Venice, Italy. For most of my life, I had dreamed of visiting Venice. In fact, riding a gondola down… Read more

  • My last trip to Rome 

    There is a legend in Rome that if you throw a coin with your right hand over your left shoulder in the Trevi Fountain, you will have good luck that… Read more

  • Hike up Arthur’s Seat

    During my first few days in Edinburgh, I made friends with some other students in my study abroad program. We all decided to hike Arthur’s Seat the Saturday before classes… Read more

  • Livraria Lello

    During my sophomore year at UNC, I decided to take Portuguese. I had contemplated taking Spanish, but a friend who had a great experience taking Portuguese suggested that I take… Read more

  • My 21st Birthday 

    In honor of my birthday this week, I decided to write about my 21st birthday in Scotland. About 2 months before my birthday, my friends and I were hanging out… Read more

  • The unplanned visit to Dumbarton Castle 

    I may have mentioned it in other posts, but I have strong Scottish ancestry. My Dad, for instance, found after taking ancestry DNA tests that he had been 60% Scottish,… Read more

  • Mouthwatering treats of Brussels 

    Towards the end of my study abroad experience, I tried to fit into as many trips as possible. My goal was to visit the bigger, iconic European cities before I… Read more

  • Solo Trip to St. Andrews

    I am sure many of you recognize where this picture was taken, especially all the golf lovers. Here I was, standing in front of the famous Swilcan Bridge on the… Read more

  • The best restaurant in Rome 

    During spring break, my friends and I decided to visit Italy. Over two weeks, we explored several cities in Italy, one being Rome. We stayed in Rome for a few… Read more

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