Italy
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A Year to Remember in Milan
By Txell Borras, Università Bocconi, Italy. Returning home after a year abroad in Milan feels like waking up from a dream. Even though coming back home is exciting, the buzzing ambiance of Milan, its streets flooded with style and fashion, and the aroma of freshly brewed espresso will definitely be missed. Reflecting on this incredible journey, I can’t help but feel a mix of nostalgia and gratitude for the amazing friendships, the adventures, and the invaluable lessons I’ve gathered along the way.
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A Day in Università Bocconi
By Txell Borràs, University of Bocconi, Milan, Italy Università Bocconi, located in the heart of Milano, has built itself a renowned reputation around its rigorous academic programs, that has set them apart as one of the best economics universities around the world. But, how does it feel to actually spend a day as a Bocconi exchange student?
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Fashion Week & Design Week
By Txell Borràs, University of Bocconi, Milan, Italy Living in Milan, as soon as the months of February and then April come around, you can feel the excitement and anticipation building in the city. Fashion Week and Design Week aren’t just events; they’re immersive experiences that transform the city—and the life of those living there—into a roller coaster of glamour and creativity, turning what would appear as regular weeks into the highlights of the year.
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A day in the heartbeat of glamour, Milano
By Txell Borràs, University of Bocconi, Milan, Italy Most of us grew up captivated by the glittering allure of teen dramas such as Gossip Girl or Sex and the City. These shows didn’t just entertain us; they ignited a desire deep within to feel like the main character in a buzzing city, with vibrant nightlife, the endless string of events, glamour and fashion. If there’s one city where this dream comes vividly to life, it’s Milan.
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Travelling (cheap) from Milano
By Txell Borràs, University of Bocconi, Milan, Italy I know that being abroad is already an exciting experience: a new city, new people, maybe a new language and culture, and lots of places to see and visit. However, there is no shame on being a little bit too ambitious… Do not limit you experiences to your new home, but take advantage of the opportunity and TRAVEL!
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Dealing With Loneliness
By Georgia Reid, Università Bocconi, Italy Studying abroad can be a very exciting time and, for many, a time that they will reminisce on for the rest of their lives. But for some, it will be a very isolating time – not knowing anyone, being far away from home, and in a different time zone from family and friends. So, I have made a list of things to help navigate feelings of loneliness.
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The Best Food Spots in Milan
By Georgia Reid, Università Bocconi, Italy Despite Italian cuisine being one of the best in the world, there are a lot of restaurants that are tourist traps, selling average meals. So, I have made a list of my favourite places to eat in Milan!
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From Roaming Rome to Sicilian Serenity: Ranking My First Semester’s Travels
By Georgia Reid, Università Bocconi, Italy During my first semester in Milan, the hot weather and cheap public transport meant that I developed a serious case of the travel bug. So, I have rated and ranked my favourite places to travel to in Italy to help you decide where to travel to.
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Tips for a stress free year abroad
By Txell Borràs, Università Bocconi, Italy, Milano. Uncertainty when entering a new university in a new country, is intimidating and a big factor that can condition your experience during a year abroad. It should be a fun and unforgettable experience, free of worries or stress, to look back at with excitement and nostalgia, so you should not let poor management of your time and exams get in the way of that. Here are some tips for you that I would have loved to hear about before starting my Bocconi experience.
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Living in an “Exchange Student” Accommodation
By Georgia Reid, Università Bocconi, Italy Bocconi only provides one student accommodation for its exchange students, a large apartment complex called Aparto Giovenale. I was extremely lucky to secure a place there, however, once I arrived it was obvious why so many people struggled to get a place there.
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A Tourist’s Guide to Milan
By Georgia Reid, Università Bocconi, Italy Despite being considered one of the fashion capitals of the world, Milan itself is not a very big city. Therefore, I have curated a list of the must-see things in Milano to help with your trip.
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A Taste of Sicily: The Must-Try Cuisines in Taormina
