Hi !! I’m Leyla, a third year Spanish and Linguistics student who just finished up my year abroad studying at Universitat Pompeu Fabra in Barcelona. Barcelona is a wonderful city, and despite being slightly overrun by tourists I had a
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My Year Abroad in Barcelona, Spain !!
A memorable summer school experience in Barcelona! (TBS)
When I arrived, I embarked on a journey that would not only broaden my horizons but also fill my summer with unforgettable memories. The vibrant streets, rich culture, and the promise of academic growth awaited me at the TBS summer
Read moreFLASH! Aaahhh!
So, I got flashed at the other day. Like full on, pervy man, flashed. It was so traumatic so obviously I’ve got to write it all down and make you read it. Let me set the scene for you. Milly
Read moreIsolated and Barc-alone (at first)
One thing I wasn’t prepared for on my year abroad was how difficult it was to make friends in my classes. I think this might be a Spanish/European thing, as most people I know who went to America or Australia
Read moreBecoming a Tourist Again
In the beginning of April, my grandmother died. It was a complete shock to me and the rest of my family. When she went to the hospital, I flew home for almost two weeks to be with her and my
Read moreNavigating the Spanish Night Out (in 6 easy steps)
Step 1: Preparation is key – eat. This is pretty standard for any night out, but it’s pretty important to eat a carby meal before drinking copious amounts of gin. We had a huge bowl of pasta at around 7
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