Submitted by April Pappas on the 2022 spring semester program in Salzburg, Austria…
My first week in Austria was breathtaking. From the cobblestoned streets and endless shopping down the Linzergasse Pedestrian Zone, I have been enchanted by the classical city. As soon as I got off the train from Munich, I saw the beautiful old buildings and historical architecture. I definitely experienced some culture shock when ordering food during my first couple of days. On my first day, I had the classic pretzel soup of Austria. I remember I ordered an iced tea or as they call it here an Eis Tee, and I was shocked when it arrived with no ice! Everyone I’ve met in the program has been welcoming and has helped to ease my transition.
