Maymester
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We began our study abroad journey at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, where we boarded our nine-hour flight to London, England. In London, we walked a lot, but for the most part, we learned to read and navigate the subway. I personally enjoyed the subway, and I think that it is an efficient way to get…
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Hello! My name is Evan Kraft. I am a Entomology major who just finished my 4th year here and earlier this summer I was lucky enough to take part in the Tropical Entomology in Ecuador and the Galápagos program that UGA CAES has to offer. With it being such an amazing experience overall, I initially…
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Hello again! Once again, my name is Evan Kraft. I’m a soon-to- be 5th year Entomology major at UGA and continuing on from last time, I’ll be talking about my second day on Isabela Island. Waking up bright and early for a short breakfast, the day really began with the arrival of our chiva. Our…
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My study abroad trip to Scotland was a transformative experience that left an indelible mark on my life. First, coming in by train, I was immediately captivated by the majestic landscapes, rich history, and warm hospitality that greeted me. From the cobblestone streets of Edinburgh to the breathtaking highlands, Scotland offered a tapestry of cultural…
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I was fortunate enough to be a part of the CAES: Flowers and Photography study abroad this May. This program took us through three European countries, the Netherlands, Belgium, and France, as we learned about the cultural and horticultural history of those nations. As someone with a vested interest in Art History, I looked forward…
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The most unexpected cultural experience that I really enjoyed was with dinner. Each lunch and dinner at restaurants were served in multiple courses. This began with the appetizer aka “Antipasto” (usually consisting of bread and olive oil if it is not included on the house). The waiters and waitresses provide just enough time for the…
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As part of the CAES: Flowers and Photography program, our group spent the last five days of the program in France. There we visited many places, such as Chantilly and Giverny, but primarily we remained in Paris. Paris truly is a cosmopolitan city, as the capital of France, it also serves as the repository for…
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If you’ve ever traveled abroad, you’ll know how different cultures can be. You can cross a town’s border and be shocked by a language change. You can travel to another country only 30 minutes by train and see different foods. And of course there is the striking nature of how beautiful other countries are, especially…
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One of the best things for me with planning and preparing and being on this trip was that I knew someone who had gone the year before and was going again. Having Cora, our TA, and a fellow employee at the State Botanical Gardens of Georgia, made the trip feel so much more comfortable and…
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One of my favorite places in Cortona must be this coffee bar called “Bar la Posta.” I went here for lunch almost every single day because I greatly enjoyed the sandwiches as seen in one of the photos above and would grab 2 of them for lunch every single day. For most people 1 sandwich…