New Zealand Academia – What was School Like?

A study abroad year is not ALL about travelling and adventure… But in all honesty I wouldn’t want it to be! I will be the first to admit that I was profusely worried about starting my university course in New

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Homesickness in New Zealand…

I honestly didn’t expect to make this entry. Before embarking on my year abroad, one of the most reoccurring points of advice was to be mindful of homesickness. To this end, I expected to yearn for home soon after arriving.

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7 ‘Must-Do’s in Your Handy Wellington Travel Guide!

Hello! Worry not intrepid travellers! I have compiled a trusty guide – tips and tricks if you will – for enjoying your best life in New Zealand’s capital city! #1: Groceries We’ll start off with the thing on everyone’s mind.

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My Semester Abroad in Utrecht – An Adventure in Luxembourg

For my semester abroad, I decided that I’d like to go the Netherlands; I’ve been to several countries in Europe before and the Netherlands had always been on my list though I had never found the right time to try

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My Study Abroad Year: The Kiwi Summer Adventure (The South Island)

It was nearly Christmas time and there wasn’t a snowflake to be found. Yet, with my stay in Auckland at an end, I was on an plane, South Island-bound. Yes, whilst the increasing number of Christmas decorations were certainly increasing

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Semester Abroad Top Tips!

Hi! I am Issy, a final year Economics student who has just finished my semester abroad at Charles University in Prague! Reflecting on my time abroad, I have put together some top tips to help future students prepare for their

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