by Virginia O'Connor | May 1, 2023 | Choosing a Program, Europe
3-MINUTE TRAVEL GUIDE: MAASTRICHT, NETHERLANDS DON’T FORGET TO PACK Clothes that layer easily (weather can change drastically throughout the day), waterproof coat/shoes, a belt (you may lose a few inches by walking/biking/eating healthier food), a bag that fits...
by Virginia O'Connor | Apr 10, 2023 | Choosing a Program, Europe, UC Santa Barbara
by Katelyn Warren on why Cork is the best place to study abroad in Ireland Congratulations! You’ve decided to study abroad in Ireland. Now comes the hard part: figuring out exactly where in Ireland would be the best fit. You’ve already decided that rain...
by Virginia O'Connor | Mar 16, 2023 | Choosing a Program, Europe, UC Santa Cruz
3-MINUTE TRAVEL GUIDE: AARHUS, DENMARK DON’T FORGET TO PACK A warm coat, rain gear, and comfortable walking shoes! Also, bring a few favorite things that remind you of home. BEST LEFT AT HOME Umbrella (it’s way too windy most of the time to even try to use...
by Virginia O'Connor | May 11, 2022 | Asia, Choosing a Program, UC Santa Barbara
3-MINUTE TRAVEL GUIDE: BANGKOK, THAILAND DON’T FORGET TO PACK Sunscreen! The sun in Thailand is much stronger than in California and prices for sunscreen in Thai stores are sky high. You’ll want to bring a large container of sunscreen in your luggage. I...
by Virginia O'Connor | May 6, 2022 | Asia, Choosing a Program, UC Santa Cruz
3-MINUTE TRAVEL GUIDE: SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA DON’T FORGET TO PACK Lightly! South Korea is one of the biggest fashion regions in the world, so you don’t want to pack an entire suitcase. You will come back with so much more. Women: Bring deodorant and menstrual...
by Virginia O'Connor | Oct 27, 2021 | Choosing a Program, Europe, UC Berkeley
3-MINUTE TRAVEL GUIDE: BARCELONA, SPAIN DON’T FORGET TO PACK Copies of prescriptions (including the one from your eye doctor for glasses or contact lenses). Adapters for small electronics like your tablet or phone. Color copies of the signature page of your...
