What a weekend. DIS offers weekend and week-long trips throughout the semester to a number of European countries. I signed up to go on the Sweden Hiking and Canoe trip, which was this past weekend. Our itinerary consisted of canoeing, hiking, orienteering, and repelling - including meals and a housing to fill and fit around 30 students. New faces and new scenic views. Canoeing was first on the list, and we ended up canoeing for almost three hours... a little long but I felt like I was in the Notebook, so it was okay. Hiking was incredible. I think I love preparing and getting dressed for the hike as much as the actual hiking part. My hair in french braids, bean boots, a vest, and my backpack - a good visual for you is Meredith from The Parent Trap. We hiked to Kullaberg - Nimis. The only way down to the rocky beach was through a cave made of nailed together wooden sticks and planks - super safe and super beautiful. The last stop Sunday was a place called Kullaberg. We flip flopped between repelling off the mountainside and orienteering. Because we all burned thousands of calories, it was okay that we stopped by 'Flickorna Pa Skaret,' a well-known Swedish coffee and cake cafè with yummy Swedish baked goods. I will forever remember this trip and the people I met on it - it was the perfect way to spend my second weekend here in Europe. FAQ(I haven't actually been asked these, but this is what I imagine someone would ask.)
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Believe it or not, I am actually going to study during my time abroad. Sure, my last few posts have been all about the social and emotional aspects of study abroad, but this week the "study" aspect sure entered the picture. My professors teach my classes on the side of their main jobs, so we are able to get current, applicable knowledge on the work force us students are entering in the next couple of years. I've already traveled to an Ad Agency in Copenhagen with my class - what other program has full-time specific job employees giving students a direct look into the work force? It's such a treat. Already in the full swing of homework and readings. and there is still time to explore more of this city. Don't worry - it wasn't all work this week! Here are this week's Friday Favorites. Favorite Evening Activity (Boating along the canals of Copenhagen... enough said. Grab a couple of friends and go rent a boat for two hours at FriendShips. Bring food and drinks, and have a blast!) Favorite Market (Has everything from gelato - fresh meats and fish - baked goods - fresh juice - and green plants. The best place to go a pick up fresh produce or a quick pastry before heading to Nørreport to catch the train home.) Favorite Study Nook - so far (I work best in coffee shop settings. Given the coffee shop "The Living Room" is a little too living roomish for me, they have a great little bar top to study.) Favorite Street Corner Item (My soft spot for flowers is just getting worse here. So many flowers vendors on the city street corners just screaming my name.)
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