Italy
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My time in Italy was incredible. I believe that during the course of this trip, I developed a lot as an individual. Before I left for Italy, I was hesitant to do things on my own and experience new things. In Italy, everything was new. I quickly learned that doing new things (with people and…
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As happy I am to be back home, a small part of my heart still remains in Italy. I already miss the food, culture, and knowing around every corner there is a new piece of art and history to be discovered. But here is where my closest friends and family reside, and honestly could not…
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As I look back on the three and a half weeks I spent in Italy, I knew partaking in a study abroad was a great decision and I would make it again if given the opportunity. Academically, it was amazing to see how the information we learned in class regarding grape and wine production were…
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I have never been more excited or nervous for a trip in my life. I’m so excited to head to Italy and experience the culture and the beauty it has to offer. On the other hand I am very nervous about traveling alone for the first time (I’m sure my mom is nervous too!). So…
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On May 7th I will be traveling from Atlanta to Cortona, Italy to begin studying Viticulture and Enology! This will be my second visit to Italy, as I have previously traveled with my family to Venice, Rome, and Florence. This experience is going to be entirely different though, as I will stay in Cortona for…
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There have been so many memories I have created here, its hard to say goodbye to this little part of Italy. However, one last adventure awaits us that makes our parting a little sweeter… Rome! Big city, many sites to see, but I know nothing will hold a place in my heart like Cortona. One…
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Over the last four days, we had the opportunity to visit 4 wineries across Tosacana, Italy. We visited Brolio, Avignonesi, Antinori, and Fanti estates. Each estate offered some insight into their production of wine from the field to the final step of labeling. From my time at these different estates, I noticed some things they…
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As a Nigerian Immigrant, this is not my first time out of the United States since I have been to Nigeria quite a few times but this is the first time going off by myself to a foreign country. Personally, I was excited and ready to experience a significantly different culture from those I have…