Submitted by Caitlynn Mitchell on the 2019 winter session program in Bermuda sponsored by the School of Marine Science & Policy…
Between bonding with my classmates/new friends and getting to know the locals, I have come to feel at home on this study abroad. A week in Bermuda has made me feel more connected with nature and the people around me. I am learning so many new and fascinating things about the natural beauty seen throughout Bermuda and the culture of the locals who live here. Everyone had the same amazed expression when first stepping out of the airport, myself included. With the clear blue water, beautiful trees, chirping birds, hens running about the streets, and colorful buildings, it was hard to believe that we were still on the same planet. There are so many fun things to do in Bermuda as well, such as hiking, swimming on the pink sandy beaches, exploring caves, snorkeling around reefs and sunken ships, kayaking, shopping, and eating delicious food! The two places that I have been to that I have enjoyed the most so far have been Horseshoe Bay and Admiralty House Park because they had beautiful water to swim in and caves to explore. It was very fascinating to find out that the large cave in Admiralty State Park was man made during World War II. Bermuda is truly a paradise to behold and I am so very grateful for this wonderful opportunity.
