studentsineurope

With tennis and basketball courts, paddle boats and duck ponds, baseball and soccer fields, zoos and picnic areas, American parks are the epitome of recreation and relaxation.
It wasn’t until coming to London that I discovered another side to parks that distinguishes them from the American tradition. Aside from being larger than any park I’ve ever [...]

It may not be as wacky as Wonka, but Cadbury World has the same uncanny ability to induce a childlike sense of wonder and awe at both the work and the fun that goes into making some of the most delicious chocolate ever.

The plaques may be understated enough that one may pass by without noticing, but they offer more than 800 pieces of history that streets signs (like those in America) do not.

Another great aspect of the hostel is the free breakfast. Each morning there is a choice of cereal and milk (or yogurt) plus a fruit plus a drink OR pancakes, waffles, etc. plus a drink (the latter option changes daily).

With massive drawings sprawling across the ceilings and on the walls, it’s like the British version of the Sistine Chapel, and it’s just as impressive.

The Louvre Museum is an all day venture. Have a big breakfast and make sure you stretch because it is enormous.

In the end, RyanAir offers safe, fast, cheap, and easy passage to your destination, and for students in Europe, that’s really all that matters.

A good Couchsurfer puts time and effort into the creation of a profile, the sending of couch requests, and the selection of potential hosts. After all, it’s about presentation of self.

Adventurers of all ages and levels of hiking experience should take the opportunity to see these mountains up close. Just make sure you’ve got at least three hours to spare.

The Old Port is instant satisfaction for anyone who likes the water. Other than seeing the innumerable boats that make their home here, if you hug the water on the right and take the path that’s there, you’ll get an eyeful of the Mediterranean Sea.