Cheltenham, England was going to be my home for the next three months and I could not wait for the adventures to start! The architecture was beautiful as we entered the town. Upon arrival they quickly provided us with lunch and then we were off on a tour around town. Wow, it was different from Etown! Just to get to campus you had to walk for 20 minutes. I loved the atmosphere and on the first walk through town I just knew it would be a perfect fit for me!
There were four different campuses, but I had all of my classes on the FCH campus. Some of the campuses took a 1/2 hour by bus to get to. I was going to finish up all of my core classes and take a class on volunteering, in which I would work in a village primary school. The classes were going to be much different and relaxed, but I was up for the challenge.
The town itself reminded me of a mini version of London! With all the shopping, museums, night life, and walking I could never get bored. Our first pitstop was to get our cell phones, which we all were in need of. I was shocked and happy to find out that it would only cost 2 pence a minute to phone the United States and that the phone itself only cost 10 pounds. Then we went to the grocery store in town named Tesco, which became a daily stop for me during my time in Cheltenham. The groceries were not that expensive and it helped me to learn how to cook. I was so excited after seeing the town because there was so much to do and it seemed like a dream place to live!
This place seems very amazing and it seems that you had a great time. I remember going to England with my family and it was a lot of fun. I remember the shopping was a lot of fun. I definately agree with you that you could never get bored in England because there is so much to do.
ReplyDeleteIt really seems like England was the perfect study abroad location for you, Kelly. Your pictures really show you had a great time :-)
ReplyDeleteIt seems so different from here! I'm so glad you got the chance to go and experience a place like that. Studying abroad was one of my favorite memories, and it sounds like you had an amazing time getting to know England and its lifestyle! I can't wait to read more about what you experienced and the people you met along the way! :)
ReplyDeleteWow it seems you really enjoyed your time over there. I have never been to Europe. Would you recommend going to visit this part of England if I ever get over there someday?
ReplyDelete