I've been at sea for a few days now, headed back to the United States. Everyone is feeling mixed emotions--excited to get home to see family and friends, but not wanting this to end. If I could have it my way, I would just pick up my family from the States and keep on going! I feel like I was just really getting warmed up and becoming a savvy traveler and now it's over! Oh well, I know I'll be studying abroad again soon (in Spain!), so I can't complain.
Over the next week or so there is going to be a Talent Show, Ambassadors Ball (dinner and a dance--it's pretty formal. All of the girls have been saving dresses for this!), finals, packing, and convocation (not necessarily in this order). Then before we know it, we'll be in Virginia and then headed home!
I'll be home soon! Can't wait to see you family!
Monday, August 17, 2009
On My Way Home
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Last Port!
The following day I left for Marrakech. After eating lunch at a gorgeous restaurant, we rode camels in the palm groves. The groves were basically just a large, sandy area of land with palm trees, which is what I was expecting, so I wasn't disappointed at all, but I think some people were expecting a lush oasis. When we got there, the guides put turbans on those of us who wanted to wear one--I got one! The first camel they tried to put me on had a attitude problem. It refused to stand up and it kept growling/gurgling. Two guides were trying to get it to cooperate and it wouldn't listen; I was terrified! But, I got on a different one; I named him Marquis. We rode to a Berber house where we got a tour, mint tea, and music and then rode back. It was hot, but so much fun! That night, we went to the main city square. It was so crowded, but we had so much fun! We walked around, shopped, and then got coffee at a restaurant above the square so we could watch everyone.
The next day we had a tour of Marrakech. We saw a mosque, a garden, ate another good lunch, and went back to the square we went to the night before. At the square, I met a SAS friend who invited us to go to the home of a Moroccan friend (Omar) he had made the day before. He had been really lost trying to find his hotel, and Omar helped him get there by making phone calls, etc. Where we got there, Omar and his family were eating dinner and they invited us to eat with them, which we did because we had heard that in Moroccan culture it is rude not to accept when someone offers. We ate a delicious homemade meat dish, french fry-like potatoes, salad, and bread; then, they brought out huge fruit platters with fruit I did and did not recognize, but I tried it all! Omar speaks English, and so did his family friend (her name starts with an "N," but I could never quite pronounce it), so we mostly spent our time with them, but there were other family members around, too. (N lives in Sydney, Australia and was back in Morocco for the summer.) After dinner, Omar and N put on their traditional Berber outfits that they wear to parties, etc. Then, they let us put them on and somehow we all ended up dancing. They were joking about how I was Berber because I could replicate their dancing. We ended up being with them from about 4:00 pm to 1:30 am! It was an amazing, authentic experience; I can't even really explain. Omar invited us back to visit saying "this is your home" and I want to take him up on that one day!
The next day was my last day in a Semester at Sea port ever! So sad!
We bused back to Casablanca in the morning and then, my friend Megan and I walked around in some shops and got milkshakes at a cafe. I got asked at least 3 times in 3 hours if I was Moroccan!
Overall, Morocco was an amazing experience, and I would love to go back one day.
Rick's Cafe: A Replica From the Movie Casablanca
Hassan II Mosque: Second Largest in the World
Camel Trek in Marrakech
Marrakech
Marrakech
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Egypt in Detail
After arriving in Alexandria, we immediately left by bus to Cairo and stopped at a hotel for lunch. We were greeted by an Egyptian band playing old American military music (I don't remember the song, but it was something like Yankee Doodle). From here, we got our first view of the pyramids! So exciting!
Then, we went to Memphis where we saw a statue of Ramses the II and the Alabaster Sphinx (not the big famous one). Here, we got our first taste of how pushy the salesmen are. But luckily, our tour guide was great; she was completely honest about what to expect, what lies they may tell, and how to hande situations.
After that, we went to the Tomb of Ptah. Next, we went to the Step Pyramid, the first attempt at a pyramid. It started as a (very large) bench and they kept adding on. From this location, we could see in the distance two more pyramids. One started wit 60 something degree angles and started to crack, so they switched to 52 degrees halfway, so it looks crooked. The other pyramid is the first true pyramid; 52 degrees all the way up. After that, all pyramids were built at a 52 degree angle. On the grounds of the Step Pyramid, there was a man with his camel (there for the tourists) who was letting the camel kiss his face! Gross!
After we checked into our hotel (The Marriott: one of the nicest hotels in the city. We got queen beds and fluffy pillows for the first time in months!) we went to a bazaar. Here the salesmen were even more pushy, but Caitlin and I bartered as a team to get good prices. We work pretty well together.
The next morning, we got our wake-up call at 4:15 am! It was worth is though because we went to the pyramids to watch the sunrise. Definitely the most beautiful sunrise I've ever seen (not that I've seen many) and maybe one of the most beautiful things I've seen ever. Period.
After the sun rose we had free time to explore around the pyramids. Not that many people adventured right down to the pyramids, but Caitlin and I did! Then, we went back to the group and rode camels! I didn't know that was part of our trip, so it was a nice surprise. Caitlin and I shared one. As soon as we got on, the camel driver started hassling us about tipping him. It was annoying, but I didn't let it ruin my trek. When we got off, we asked our tour guide what we should do, and she said his tip was included in the price, so didn't pay him more. I probably would have still him if he hadn't been so pushy!
Similarly, one of the tricks the salesmen supposedly use is telling you they're giving you a gift and then chase after you demanding money, so I never took anything anyone offered. You can't even let strangers take or pose for a picture because some will make you pay them. Luckily, Caitlin has a little tripod, so we could take our own pictures.
Then, we saw the Sphinx followed by the Egyptian Museum. Here, I saw King Tut's treasures, Egyptian jewelry, many sarcophagi, and mummified animals. Next, we went on a Nile Cruise with lunch and cheesy entertainment including a belly dancer, a whirling man, and a singing couple that sang Enrique and Celine Dion songs. Next, we saw a mosque built my Mohammad Ali. At night, we went back to the pyramids for the Sound and Light Show.
The next day, we were awoken again at 4:15 to fly to Luxor. First stop: Valley of the Kings. Kings started hiding their tombs here because when they would mark them with monuments, such as pyramids, they would get robbed. Many of these hidden tombs were robbed anyway, but some were not, including King Tut's: which is why he is so famous despite the fact he probably only ruled for one year and died at the age of 18. His tomb is still bright with original colors and I saw his mummy! I was really happy about that because I didn't pay extra to see the mummies at the museum the day before and was later disappointed. But after seeing Tut's mummy I was completely satisfied.
Next, we went to Queen Hatshepsut's Temple. (She was a female pharaoh, so I really like her.) At this site, the salesmen were even more aggressive than before. But I got a dress I really like for LE70 (70 Egyptian Pounds) that started at over LE300, so I was happy. (There are LE5 to every $1). Then, we went back to the hotel where we watched a beautiful sunset over the Nile River. Maybe the prettiest sunset I've ever seen. Ever.
The next day, we got to sleep in til 6:15 am. We went to Karnak Temple then took a flight to Cairo and bus to Alexandria. By the time I got back I was exhausted and didn't do anything for the rest of the day.
The last day, I tried to get an early start, but nothing was open. So, we went to the Biblioteca (by far the most modern building in Alexandria that I saw) and went to a cafe. After that, we briefly went to a market and then finally went to some shops outside the port. Overall, I had an amazing (but exhausting) time in Egypt.
Monday, August 3, 2009
Unreal
My most surreal moment was watching the sun rise over the Pyramids of Giza. This was a part of the overnight trip I took to Cairo and Luxor. I also rode a camel! We saw a lot of amazing things and I am exhausted from it all!
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Pyramids, Here I Come!
Bulgaria turned out to be a lot of fun. I went to Nessebar, went off-roading, and went spear-fishing at a secluded beach. We didn't catch (or even see) any fish because the ocean was a little rough and there was sand and seaweed floating everywhere, but it was still a lot of fun. Then, we spent the rest of the day on the beach, playing in the waves and attempting to skim-board. I don't remember the last time I actually played in the ocean, so it was a lot of fun. When it comes to skim-boarding, I wasn't successful, but I never fell, so I guess I did okay. Anyway, it was a lot of fun.
Tomorrow, I'll be in Egypt. I am doing an overnight tour to Cairo and Luxor. While on this trip, I will see the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx. I am getting so excited, but I don't think the reality of it will really hit me until I am standing underneath them. I'll be sure to take lots of photos because I think this is the site I am most excited to share with everyone at home. (And a special shout-out to my mom and Nadya, who I know are living through me in this port.)
To my family: I miss you and love you all. I can't wait to see you guys. I've appreciated your cards and pictures. I'm having a great time, but it was nice to see your faces and it made me miss home a little bit. Thank you for sending me on this trip--I'm so grateful. You guys are the best! I love you!
Jeep Safari in Varna, Bulgaria
Spear Fishing in Bulgaria
Spear Fishing in Bulgaria
Spear Fishing in Bulgaria
Mr. Baba's Restaurant
Saturday, July 25, 2009
Hello from Bulgaria
Now, in Bulgaria, I've seen the cathedral and went to Nessebar--both beautiful.
Soccer game in Istanbul, Turkey
Sunday, July 19, 2009
Halfway Point!
In Croatia, I spent most of my time in Old Town—an area of Dubrovnik right on the water, surrounded by walls with beautiful (and very clean) streets, buildings all with orange rooftops, and old-fashioned architecture. It is full of stores, restaurants, and some homes as well. In addition to Old Town, I also went to Copacabana Beach. It was hot and a lot of fun, but not as big as I was expecting considering I’ve heard its name in a song before.
During my time in Croatia, I also traveled to Montenegro for the day. It was mountainous with towns tucked in at the foot of the hills. We also traveled all the way up one of the mountains (a one-hour ride on the bus) to a small town. The temperature was significantly cooler, and the town was much smaller than anything we saw at the base of the mountain. In general, all the greenery was darker than anything I had seen in Croatia, yet the overall look was very similar.
Next, we went to Greece. Our port was in Piraeus, so the first day I went to Athens, which is very nearby. We shopped around the Plaka and went to the Acropolis. The next day, I took the ferry to Mykonos. I had an amazing time there. All the buildings were white with blue doors and windows. We were there for two days, and during the daytime both days I was on the beach. The water was clear and blue-green and the sand was made of tiny pebbles. The beach we went to was called Paradise Beach—supposedly the most popular beach on the island for young people. At night (both nights) we went into town. We ate dinner and walked around. The second night, we went to a beautiful restaurant called Caprice, which was literally right on the water, under a big white tent, and the floor was made of sand. It was probably one of my favorite restaurants ever.
Now, we’re in Istanbul, Turkey. I had no idea what to expect, but so far I’ve had a great time. Today, we went to the Grand Bazaar. It is a huge indoor market. I had to barter! That usually makes me uncomfortable, but by the end of the day I was more at ease with the task. And I got some great jewelry! Over the next couple of days, I want to see the Blue Mosque and go boating on the Bosporus.
I hope all is well at home!
Mykonos, Greece
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Dobar Dan, Croatia!
The next day (4th of July), we pulled into port in Naples. I went on a tour to Sorrento and Pompeii. Sorrento is a beautiful little Italian town. The water is crystal clear blue-green and floral vines scale the buildings. We ate lunch there and then went to Pompeii. Pompeii was buried in ash by Mt. Vesuvius in 79 AD, and everything is very well preserved.
That night, I went out with a group of SASers to a tiny little bar with outdoor seating that overlooked a plaza. Then we went to what is supposedly the first pizzeria ever: Brandi’s. The pizza was delicious, and there was live music. Of course there weren’t any American festivities to celebrate the 4th, but we acknowledged it with a cheers at dinner, and there was a 4th of July BBQ on the ship the next day.
The next day, I went to Capri and Ana Capri. We took a ferry 70 miles to get to Capri. Then we took buses to the top of the island to an area called Ana Capri. Then, we took a chairlift to the highest point. When I got off the chairlift, I was literally standing in a cloud. The view below was gorgeous: the pictures I took don't even reflect how pretty it was. Then we took a cable car back to sealevel. There, a group of us took out a boat and went around the island to an area called the Green Grotto. We jumped out and swam into these caves in the cliffs (grottos). The water was the perfect temperature and through the teal water, I could see all the way to the bottom. We underestimated the time it would take us to get back and almost missed the ferry, but we made it! Thank goodness!
Capri has been my favorite place I've seen so far. (I still like Spain more as a place to live, but as a vacation spot, I like Capri better.) I really want to take my family back one day.
Today, we are in Dubrovnik, Croatia. It is so beautiful. I didn't know what to expect from Croatia, and I have been nothing but impressed to far.
Pompeii, Italia
Eating at Brandi's (Supposedly the First Pizzeria)
Capri, Italia
Ana Capri, Italia
Friday, July 3, 2009
Adios España, Ciao Roma
My favorite thing that I saw there was the Cathedral. It was gorgeous! And huge! Caitlin and I went back to it later and climbed to the top. From the top you could see the rooftops of all of Cadiz. Seeing all of the rooftops felt like a scene from Aladdin.
We also went to the beach. It was crowded with people: families, friends, young kids. Many people were playing games (soccer, etc.). It was a really fun place to be. Several women (of all ages) were topless and it was completely acceptable.
That night, a bunch of us went to the bars. It was really fun for me because even though I am not fluent, I was the only one in our group that spoke any Spanish, so I got to be the translator and talk to all the people we met.
The US was playing Spain in soccer that night, so it was a lot of fun to be able to watch that. And we won! 2 to 0. They are so different than what we see in the US. In Spain, there are considered family places, so we saw babies, young children, and families there. Food is also served (tapas: kind of like what we would consider an appetizer). We had a lot of fun, but Caitlin and I left a little earlier than everyone else (the Spainards stay out until 5 am!) because our overnight Sevilla, Cordoba, and Granada tour started early the next morning.
In the morning, we left for Sevilla. We saw the Cathedral, the palace, the old Jewish quarter, and Plaza Espana. Interestingly, the palace is not one big building. It is several houses that former kings have built connected together. During each king's reign, he would live in the house he built and use the other houses for guests, etc.
Then we left for Cordoba. We had the night free, so we walked around the town, got ice cream, and sat out by a fountain.
The next morning we went on a guided tour. (It was also Caitlin's birthday!) We saw the city and the Mezquita, an old Muslim mosque that was converted went the Christians came to power in Spain by builing a chapel inside. It is so big that when you first walk in you can't even see the chapel!
Next, we went to Granada. Granada has been my favorite stop on the trip so far. It has the historical aspects, but also a downtown and a big university. I think I want to go back there to study abroad. We met some English speaking students studying at the Univeristy of Granada and they showed us around the town. We went to a small bar with really nice bartenders. So much fun! Then we went to a club called Cambordia. We had such a blast that before we knew it, it was 4 am! The club was still packed with no signs of slowing down, so we stayed until 5 and then finally went home. In the morning, we saw the Alhambra: a gignatic, glamorous palace. It took all day to see the whole thing.
The next day, we were back on the boat (we had three days until we got to Italy). I had two papers due and a midterm. We are so sleep deprived! Between all of this traveling and studying, I think I'm going to sleep for 24 straight hours when I get home. I've woken up to an alarm clock everyday since I left. (But who can complain, right?)
Ciao Roma! On July 1 docked in Civitavecchia. I couldn't really sleep that night, so in the morning I woke up early as we were pulling in, just in time to see "Welcome to Civitavecchia" written in huge letters (yes, in English) on a wall. Perfect start to the morning.
After a little buying, selling, and haggling the past couple day, Caitlin and I both ended up with the "Highlights of Rome" tour for the first day, so we left by bus on our tour right away. (GREAT decision to but these tickets; you'll understand why by the end of my story.) We rode the tour bus for about an hour and got the Vatican Museum. All of the rooms were intensely decorated. There were paintings all up the walls and on the ceilings. There was one room with this amazing artwork on the ceiling that looked like it was sculpted, but it was really just painted with such amazing precision that the shadows looked real.
We went to the Sistine Chapel (Capella Sistena...I think). They told us not to take pictures, but as soon as we entered the room, packed with people, half of which had their cameras out shamelessly. So of course I took pictures too. :)
Next stop: St. Peter's Square and St. Peter's Basillica. Again. Amazing. We saw the Madonna. Incredible in real life! It is so unreal to see something so famous in real like!
Next stop: The Colosseum! While walking there we gout caught in an incredible, warm, intense down pour. We ran and danced around in it. So different than a Seattle rain. The wind was strong, making it even more wild. We could have easily let it get us down (some people did) but I had an absolute blast. Top Ten All-Time memory for sure. Then we ran to the Colosseum. Inside was breathtaking. Then when we went up to the top, it was almost time to go. My friend Karli and I took off running around the top...yes, running...just so we could say we went all the way around the perimeter...running!
After, a small group of us broke off from the tour to head to our hotel: Hotel Texas. It was a small, older, inexpensive place, but it was clean, the management was nice and it was full of SASers! (I didn't see any other guests who weren't SAS!)
We went out and attempted to go out to the Pub Crawl with everyone (probably 100 SASers throughout the course of the night) but I had to pay for the entire hotel in cash earlier that night (the girls will pay me back) so I didn't have enough money. I all worked out fine though, probably better. Carrie, Caitlin, and I sat on the Spanish Steps and people watched. It was full of families and friends. Then we ate Gelato and saw the Trevi Fountain. Gorgeous at night! I think it is my favorite sight I've seen so far. After, we ran into some SASers in front of a bar, hung out a little bit, and took a cab home.
I forgot! Before we went out for the night, we went out to dinner with a bunch of girls at a cute restaurant by the Spanish Steps. We ate pizza, pasta, and laughed a lot. We did so much in one day! It felt like we had been there a week.
Woke up the nest morning a little sore from my springy bed, but happy to be in Rome. Caitlin, Carrie, and I spent the day together—roaming Rome. We saw the Trevi Fountain (again), saw the Pantheon, ate a long lunch, and shopped a little. Perfect day! We went to the bank at one point, too. Only one person can go through the door at a time and you stand in the little glass cylinder whose doors rotate to let you in. Crazy.
Then we met up with this girl Maggie and took the train back to Civitavecchia. When we got back we went in the pool! First time this trip!
Now I'm in an Internet cafe trying to catch up on email, but I'll be on my way to the beach soon!
My New Friends In Cádiz
The Santa Maria Cathedral
In Sevilla
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
One Week at Sea
One of my favorite parts about being at sea is seeing the sea life. One day, there were about three dolphins right in front of my and Caitlin’s window in our room and I have a whale from afar twice. We haven’t seen land since with left from Halifax with the exception with two tiny islands. We sailed right in between them. Surprisingly, there were tiny towns on these islands. (How do they get provisions?! We were in the middle of nowhere!) Until seeing these islands, I didn’t realize how much I miss land.
Additionally, I am having a great time making friends. Caitlin and I have met a good group of people that we really get along well with and are making travel plans with for our upcoming destinations. It’s really exciting to have made such great friends already.
The other day I went on a Bridge Tour, which is a tour of how the ship is navigated. I was expecting to see an old fashioned steering wheel, but there wasn’t a wheel at all. It was all electronic. (I knew it would be modern, but I still thought there would be a wheel!) It was really interesting, I got to look out binoculars towards where we were headed (I didn’t see land), and I got a picture in the captain’s chair!
There was a dance a couple nights ago: “Rock the Boat.” It reminded me so much of junior high! Caitlin and I walked through a few times and watched people, but it was so awkward that we didn't dance. Everyone was dancing really far apart and kind of in their own little world...girls trying to be cute and guys not knowing how to dance alone. EVERYONE was dancing alone. Literally everyone. It's not awkward to dance with strangers cause you know you'll never see them again. And it's not awkward to dance with friends cause you know them really well. But we are all in that stage where we kind of know people, but not really, and you KNOW you'll see them again because the boat is only so big. Oh well. It was really funny to watch. And I guess it was video taped and being played live on the TVs in our rooms—even funnier.
Meals on the ship are getting a little repetitive, but are always good. There are always a lot of starches (pasta, potatoes, breads), which I love, but even I get a little tired of it. Caitlin and I wake up for breakfast (which is very good!) almost every morning and then go to class together. We’ve been meditating in our Stress class, and almost every time I fall asleep. I try so hard not to, but can’t help it.
The time difference from home is now 9 hours! We have lost an hour every night but one since we have been at sea and the lack of sleep has been catching up with us; but I’m sure that as soon as we port in Cádiz and step off of the ship tomorrow the adrenaline will kick in and all of the fatigue will disappear.
The first day in port, I am doing a guided tour of the city for a couple hours and then exploring the city with friends. For the next three days, Caitlin and I will be traveling throughout Sevilla, Córdoba, and Granada (it will be here birthday while we’re in Granada!).
Happy Father’s Day to Dad and Happy Birthday to Mom! I’m sorry that I’m gone and can’t be there to celebrate. I love you so much!
Enjoying The Sun. Almost to Cádiz!
The Pool
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Updates from sea
Sea, including Caitlin’s friend Taylor.
When we got to Halifax, a town car, which was much too small to fit three-month’s worth of luggage for three girls, picked us up. We ended having to put three suitcases in the front seat of the car—it was tight, but at least we fit all of our luggage. Then when we got to the hotel (about 2:30 am), they told us they were overbooked for the night and had to send us elsewhere. Fortunately, the manager was very accommodating and we were sent to a nearby hotel that was equally as nice, free of charge.
In the morning, we moved onto the MV Explorer, Semester at Sea’s ship. Caitlin and I are roommates—we decorated our room with pictures from home and a world map to record our journey. There are 721 students on the ship plus faculty, staff, and some of their families: about 1000 people total.
On the ship, there are two dining rooms, an auditorium we call “the Union,” a pool, a pool bar, a spa, a gym, a hair, salon, and lots of seating/lounge areas (which double as the classrooms). My favorite part of the ship is the deck at the front of the ship: it is not as big or as crowded at as the rear decks. This is where I stood when we departed from Halifax. When we left, there were people waving good-bye and a group playing the bagpipes—it was very exciting.
After departure, Caitlin and I wandered the ship, ate lunch, and had an emergency drill. We all had to go to our designated areas, put on our bright-orange life vests and stand in lines—it was mostly just a lot of waiting and a little boring, but at least we know what to do now: better safe than sorry! After the drill, we sat on a rear deck and watched the waves, enjoying the beginning of our voyage.
Yesterday as orientation—mostly meetings and listening to rules—and today we started classes. We only take classes while traveling, never in port, so we will have class straight until Tuesday (including Saturday and Sunday). But, once we get to the Mediterranean, we will be in port so much, that we hardly have class at all. I am taking Spanish, Stress and Stress Management, and Global Studies. Spanish is really easy, but it will be a nice review and practice. Stress and Stress Management should be really interesting; it involves some reading but also “stress reduction techniques” like yoga and meditation. And I love my Global Studies class! The teacher is great, it is so interesting, and I think I should have been an International Studies major.
Now that we are out to open sea, we are moving faster and the waves are bigger. It is entertaining to see everyone stumbling around, trying to be graceful, but failing terribly. I was in line for lunch and it was funny to see the entire line swing from right to left.
Yesterday was really gray and cold, but today is clear skies, warm, and beautiful. I am sitting on a rear deck as the sun is setting, taking a break from my homework.
I have very limited Internet access, so I won’t be able to update my blog as often as I hoped. I also do not have frequent access to my regular e-mail account, so if you want to get ahold of me, contact my parents, Alicia, Mindy, or Nadya—they all have my new e-mail address that I can access from the ship.
P.S. No seasickness yet!
Our Room
Emergency Drill
On The Front Deck At The Ship's Departure From Halifax
Monday, June 8, 2009
Voyage Map and Itinerary
Destination | Arrive Depart | Day | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada | Depart | Tuesday | 16 June | |
| Cadiz, Spain | Arrive Depart | Wednesday Saturday | 24 June 27 June | |
| Civitavecchia / Naples, Italy | Arrive Depart | Wednesday Sunday | 01 July 05 July | |
| Dubrovnik, Croatia | Arrive Depart | Tuesday Friday | 07 July 10 July | |
| Piraeus (Athens), Greece | Arrive Depart | Monday Thursday | 13 July 16 July | |
| Istanbul, Turkey | Arrive Depart | Saturday Wednesday | 18 July 22 July | |
| Varna, Bulgaria | Arrive Depart | Friday Monday | 24 July 27 July | |
| Alexandria (Cairo), Egypt | Arrive Depart | Thursday Monday | 30 July 03 August | |
| Casablanca, Morocco | Arrive Depart | Sunday Wednesday | 09 August 12 August | |
Norfolk, VA, USA | Arrive | Saturday | 22 August |
Sunday, June 7, 2009
One Week Until Departure
I leave in one week from tomorrow, and it still feels surreal. I'll be updating this page as I travel throughout the summer, so check back here for updates. I'll miss you all!
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