By Millie Elwell, University of Maryland College Park, USA
Here is a quick rundown of tips and tricks for surviving at UMD!
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Category: North America
Top 3 Trips of the Year
By Millie Elwell, University of Maryland College Park, USA
Living in the USA for a year is perfect for travelling the country and sometimes it’s good to have a break from a college town. I’ve had quite a few adventures this year, and I encourage you to do the same. Here’s my top 3:
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Settling in Kingston, Orientation Week! NEWTS!!
By Modinat Tijani, Queen’s University, Canada
My first few days in Kingston were at the end of August and school hadn’t started yet. In this time, I started getting used to my surroundings. Because it was summer and very hot I did quite a few outdoor things.
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Snow, Toronto, Homesickness :( and my trip home :)
By Modinat Tijani, Queen’s University, Canada
Of course, we all know what Canada’s weather is famous for being, and the stories are true. I can now say that I’ve experienced -30°C weather and survived. THE COLD IS NOT A JOKE. My nose hairs literally froze but I made it through.
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A guide to finding accommodation in Toronto
By Olivia Bucherer-Ezer, University of Toronto, Canada
Time to plan where to stay in Toronto? Let’s break some options down.
Just a cheeky disclaimer before we get into the nitty gritty’s of Toronto’s accommodation options… this is all based on mine or my friends experiences, which are obviously subjective so don’t be completely put off if you already something in mind. This is more of a guidance in case you have absolutely no clue where to start… just as I did this time last year.
So lets jump in and hopefully this can be of use!
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Ending the year abroad in California!
By Christevie Ngoma, University of Toronto, Canada
Pre Holiday
In January, me and my best friend (Danielle) from London (who did an exchange at McGill in Montreal) decided we needed one more holiday after New York to celebrate the end of our exchange! So we picked California, I have a close uncle in San Diego and my best friend has a close Aunt in Los Angeles. This meant we had free accommodation so we were saving over £1,000 not paying for a hotel.
My flight from Toronto to San Diego with a return from LAX costs £374 with Air Canada, me and Danielle planned to meet in Chicago during a stop over! We didn’t have to pay for a ESTA since we got one in December for when we went to New York so that was sorted! All we had to do was plan our trip!
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Preparing for/Arriving in Canada!
By Modinat Tijani, Queen’s University, Canada
3 Things I Like About UofT
By Christevie Ngoma, University of Toronto Canada
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Harrington Housing Toronto Review
By Christevie Ngoma, University of Toronto, Canada
Here is an honest review of Harrington Housing in Toronto. Toronto’s housing market in general is scary, so as a student it was definitely tough looking for an affordable place.
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UK vs Canada – Studying & Exams
By Christevie Ngoma, University of Toronto, Canada
3 exams and 3 assignments later, I’ve officially completed my third year at UofT! After experiencing the Canadian University system for a year, I think I’m qualified to compare it to the UK!
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An Itinerary for the Perfect Weekend in New York
by Millie Elwell, University of Maryland College Park, USA
Lucky enough to have family friends in New York, I have visited quite a few times over my year abroad. So here is my perfect itinerary from College Park, Maryland (not inc. accommodation).
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My Trip to Montreal!
By Essence Aikman, Queen’s University, Canada.
Hello all! Classes are nearly over and my time abroad is quickly coming to a close sadly. With my finals approaching, I thought it was a great time to go over one of my favorite trips while living here in Canada!
