Submitted by Jaclyn Roman on the 2012 spring semester program in Granada, Spain…
As I find myself relishing the ambiance of spring in Granada, I also realize that I’ve reached the halfway point of the program – already! I try and push this thought to the back of my head and continue to enjoy all that I can. On the subject of fun, this past weekend I had the opportunity to visit a friend studying in London.
My trip to London was only my second time leaving Spain, and I did so solo. For me, it was an extremely gratifying experience traveling alone through foreign countries – and that includes all obstacles that came my way such as a delay in my flight due to technical issues, a never ending passport control line and the stress of using an unknown metro system.
London is a city I have always wanted to visit, and my trip did not disappoint. Thanks to my friend acting as a guide, I saw all of the famous sights imaginable – Buckingham Palace, the Tower Bridge, Big Ben and the London Eye. For me, however, the time most cherished was when exploring local markets such as Camden and Borough Markets. Here, people of all nationalities come together to sell food and whatever other goods they specialize in. Not only was it great to sample all of the foods, but I felt completely immersed in the British culture while at the markets. Along with a few new stamps in my passport, I will forever retain great memories of London.
Now onto the more serious subject, I have my midterm exams to look forward to next week. The nerves are definitely kicking in because I have no idea what to expect, but I’m hoping for a positive turnout. At this point all I can do is continue to enjoy the latter part of my journey in Spain.
