Study Abroad

How to Overcome Culture Shock Like a Pro: Understanding the 5 Stages of Culture Shock

Whether you’re an expat, a study abroad student, or the occasional traveler, culture shock is not a foreign concept. Well, if you want to get technical, it actually is a foreign concept, but you know what I mean. We often use the phrase, “culture shock” to describe the feeling of being awed…

Richmond: The American International University in London Review

Hey future Richmond students! If you’re considering coming to London, check out my updated eBook on everything you need to know about studying abroad in London. Feel free to e-mail me as well at girlgonelondon@gmail.com Richmond: The American International University in London was the third university I studied abroad with,…

Do they sell Little Debbie snacks in London or the UK?

One of the first things I looked up when I moved to England was, “Do they sell Little Debbie snacks in London or the UK?” As an American who grew up on oatmeal creme pies, swiss rolls, and zebra cakes, finding these snacks seemed essential to life itself. And sadly,…

23 Incredible Things to Do in London in August

Before I start, I just want to say that these things to do in London in August are not something to take lightly. Any Brit will tell you. It is serious business. After living in a cold, damp climate for half of the year, everyone gets a bit stir crazy…

9 Shocking Differences Between American and British Grocery Stores

Whether you’re coming to the UK as an expat or just for a visit, one of the must-do experiences is to visit one of the grocery stores in England to check out the differences between American and British grocery stores. I mean, firstly, they don’t even call them “grocery stores,”…

23 Study Abroad in London Tips: The Ultimate Guide

Whether you’re still deciding whether or not to study abroad in London (the answer is yes) or you’re already in the capital city navigating your way through the tube and the differences between American English and British English, these study abroad in London tips are everything I think you should…

Study Abroad at the University of Westminster

I’ve reviewed my past study abroad programs here and here. But I’ve yet to review the University of Westminster, the university I attended for my Master’s degree in Public Relations. A few study abroad programs offer semester partnerships with the University of Westminster, so you can still come even if…

Is the London Eye Worth It?

As the most popular tourist attraction in London, the London Eye is impossible to miss as you’re walking along the Thames. It was originally built in 2000 as the “Millennium Wheel,” though the Millennium is almost 20 years behind us now and it’s still slowly rotating over the river, steady…

The Best Time to Study Abroad in London

Besides picking a program, the hardest part about studying abroad in London is deciding when to come. Of course, I’m an overachiever so I studied abroad in London all four seasons so you didn’t have to. The good news is that they’re all good times, obviously. But here’s how ‘the…

The Ultimate Book on Studying Abroad in London

Hey, there! Whether you’re a student looking for the best book on studying abroad in London or a parent who is nervous about basically everything and wants to read more about safety in London from a student’s perspective (I see you! It’ll be fine!), I present to you – the…

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