I realise that travelling during Covid- 19 might not a great idea, and I must admit I did it once before non-essential travel was lifted. I did it to see my family in my home country of Ukraine. I don’t think people realise how lonely it is to be a foreigner during a strict lockdown with no family by your side and nobody to take care of your elders back home. Ukraine is not a … [Read more...] about My experience travelling during the pandemic
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Opinion: Don’t waste your summer
By Anastasia Sytnyk Summer holidays are great! Solid months of freedom where you can do whatever you like. You could sleep in until midday and stay up until unnatural hours, which all sounds exciting... for about a week. Once the initial excitement of freedom wears off, we are left with the inevitable enemy: boredom. Many of us find summer jobs and keep ourselves busy, … [Read more...] about Opinion: Don’t waste your summer
Opinion: It’s the little things about travelling
By Rachel Garvey As students, we are learning more and more about the world we live in everyday through our chosen subjects. These chosen subjects give us the inspiration to go out and travel around the world, to discover hidden adventures around every new corner. Travelling alone or with friends can give you the confidence to step out of your comfort zone and experience … [Read more...] about Opinion: It’s the little things about travelling
Solo travel: it’s good for the soul
By Olivia Hanna The first I ever travelled alone was to London. I had been there once before with family, but on my own I was going to the city through a very different lens. I booked my hostel dorm (a co-ed room for four people), booked my flight on none other than Ryan Air, packed my bags, and jetted off. I arrived in London in the dead of night both a little excited … [Read more...] about Solo travel: it’s good for the soul
Visiting Paris on a student’s budget
Ryanair Sale. The words hopped onto my screen in bold, italic font luring me in, urging me to investigate. Flights to Paris for twenty-five euro. Twenty-five euro? Bargain. The French book on my desk urged me on. I needed a break from study. A trip to France would help improve my fluency after all. Looking beyond the stress of upcoming exams, the promise of a delightful … [Read more...] about Visiting Paris on a student’s budget