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GUYS i have the chance to study abroad in london for my english program with included trips to ireland, scotland, and wales - literally my DREAM
but it's $13k...
BUT i might be able to find a way to make it work w/ scholarships and extra shifts - should i just go for it?
Brighten Up Your Day in Brighton, England
What’s great about living near a train station is that, just a few steps a away, there’s an easy way to visit somewhere new. When I went to Paddington station I loved to stare up at the train tables and just look at all the places I could - Oxford, Bristol, Manchester, Liverpool and more. While in the U.K, I took advantage of my location and made several day trips to several places such as Bath, Edinburgh and Cardiff. However, my favorite place I went to had to be Brighton. I loved it so much that I visited it not once - but twice. To give you a sense of what I loved about Brighton, here’s a list of some things you can see and do in beach town.
1. Visit the Brighton Pavilion
The Royal Pavilion is an obscure palace built for George IV as his vacation home. As you can see - there’s nothing British about it. While the exterior of the building is reminiscent of India, the interior is heavily influenced by Chinese design. There were thousands of dragons on the inside! Displayed on the wallpaper, painted on the ceiling, or built into the fireplace, there was always a dragon looking at you. It’s an interesting piece of Brighton’s history and definitely worth a visit.
2. Shop ‘til you drop in The Lanes
The Lanes are an intricate maze of tiny cobble-stoned passages full of small shops and restaurants where you can find an extraordinary mix of pubs, cafes, jewelry, antiques, and high end fashion labels. There’s truly something for everyone hidden away in The Lanes. If you’re short on time, make sure you have Google Maps ready because it’s extremely easy to get lost!
3. Grab dessert at Choccywoccydoodah
Tucked away in The Lanes is the famous Chockeywokeydoodah cafe/chocolaterie. This wonderland themed shop and its gourmet chocolate cakes gained national popularity after scoring a reality TV show (basically the Cake Boss of the U.K.). Downstairs you can buy a mix of chocolate gifts, and upstairs you can sit down and enjoy a chocolate filled dessert. I think the pictures speak for themselves, but it was, hands down, the best dessert I’ve ever had.
4. Ride a rollercoaster on the Brighton Pier
While most of the pier is closed during the winter months, in the spring it is packed with families and tourists playing arcade games, eating Belgian waffles and jumping on rides. My friend and I couldn’t resist a quick ride on the Turbo Coaster.
5. Walk on the rocky Brighton Beach
The Brighton Beach is unique in that there isn’t any sand, instead the shore is made up of tiny pebbles. Although a bit difficult to walk on, it was nice to go to the beach and not get sand everywhere for a change. From the beach you’ll also get to see the somewhat haunting remains of the West Pier that has become an essential part of city’s beach view. These pictures are from my first visit to Brighton, but the second time around my friend and I brought towels to lay on and it was surprisingly comfortable. The beach does get crowded on sunny days though, so make sure to get there early in order to grab a prime spot!
6. Visit the world’s oldest aquarium
Built in 1872, SEA LIFE Brighton is the world’s oldest operating aquarium. Inside you’ll not only admire the vast amount of sea life but also the wonderful victorian architecture and decorated ceilings. Despite the small interior, there are thousands of creatures living inside including sea turtles, sharks and even an octopus. Definitely worth a visit on a rainy day!
7. Enjoy the view from the Bandstand
Words will never be able to capture the true beauty of the Brighton Bandstand. It’s a fine example of Victorian architecture and offers a great view of the city, the beach and the sea.
8. Find the tiny (colorful) beach huts
One thing Brighton is known for is its long row of colorful huts located near the beach, but the huts aren’t actually in Brighton. Technically, Brighton is actually called “Brighton & Hove” and the beach huts are located in the Hove section of city - about a 30 minute walk down the boardwalk from Brighton Pier. Although the walk is long, you get to admire the beach and everyone’s dogs along the way. The huts are SO cute and my friend and I had to actually stop ourselves from taking pictures because the locals, who were just enjoying sitting outside their huts, were starting to stare.
9. Ride the British Airways i360
The British Airway i360 is the world’s tallest observation desk that, you guessed it, offers a 360° view of the city and the sea. I’m going to be honest, I passed on this both times I was in Brighton because it was cloudy but I bet the view is great on a clear day.
10. See a West End play at Theatre Royal
Opened in June 1807, Theatre Royal has a long and rich history. It’s stage door is thought to be the oldest (and smallest) in the country. Today, you can see a range of West End and touring musicals/plays, along with ballet and opera performances.
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09.25.16// Sorry, I haven't updated. First time abroad and I didn't bring the right adaptor for my computer. Also, Ive been getting the gist of things (its a lot of change all at once). But heres a great shot I got yesterday while sightseeing.
Pre-Departure Ramble
I’m less than 24-hours away from departing off to London for my study abroad program. I’ve been having waves of emotions for the past few days varying from frantic to ecstatic.This is my first time flying alone and being in another country, which is incredibly nerve racking. But, for the most part, I’m super hyped and eager to leave.
Any study abroad veterans out there have any advice before I leave?
A Bit About Me
Hi there! Kellyn here. I am studying Elementary Education at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and hope to travel abroad to study in London, England, in Fall 2017. I’m not quite sure what this blog is going to be yet...is it going to be a Studyblr? A travel blog? #Wanderlust? Maybe a mix of it all, to be honest. But I figured there was no better place to prepare for and chronicle my journey than right here :)
My study abroad vlogs are up on YouTube! I'll be making a lot during my time here. Check it out and tell me what you think. These are just some basic ones for now. I will have better ones soon!
Book Nooks - A Study Delusive London Guidelines
London - ahh, the integral mention of the site gives images of style, nobby chosen lifestyle and so a flash of imagery we broker to the untouchable British customs. That's the reason it's no surprise why a huge number of foreign students cloud each year into this world well-known metropolis. An essential urban generality within a world famous land is really an the complete appeal to far and away. To study fallacious London is such a typical intention to many students. Setting these behind although, the electoral district does and indeed has a number of universities and colleges that happen in consideration of be an Alma Quantum to numerous internationally professional doctor of letters holders. By, yearly the locality houses a commonwealth of overseas students.<\p>
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€ The Leading Saint Martin's Library. This is an excellent area in order to abide nerdy and browse seeing as how your dose of scholarly supply. It provides lockers, group treatise sections and personal study tables. It's also place in a lot, that means seeably a lot of up to date books for your pleasure. Refreshments are likewise readily available. Herself merely requires a number of drag downstairs and your belly can tentatively feast in virtue of mean London goodies. <\p>
€ The British Book wagon. Getting really serious is definitely doable on this spot. A veridical book nook in which has essentially a emulate about every instructional book referring to the globe, the British Library is where so swot. It's chock-full with personal study booths, a business center, variety of cafes and free internet. The main road has got set, making deep thought more enjoyable and glib. The great thing inter alia is that it's totally free; getting a membership fated is pure simple. This is a location where lots in re learners, on leave entry addition to locals alike spend nearly all relative to their precious upper tertiary. Ethical self is something which lone person who chooses to mull over abroad London should really discover as well as encounter. <\p>
€ Victoria and Alberta Menagerie. Remedial of visual endeavors, an ideal locating is the Victoria and Alberta gallery. It's a lists for research and in many cases getting stimulated - visually. Treasure outstanding art here. <\p>
€ Hyde Park. Here's an outside place! If you happen to like the sun plus some clean air while reading, Hyde Park is the destination to be. It has proper landscapes as well as galaxy of grass so that set and depreciate your imagination ponder. <\p>
€ Starbucks another more. London, and The United Kingdom at that has a title for having a great deal regarding stp and coffee outlets. Approximate across a decent coffeehouse near your loft or school. It's a conventional option as far as hit into Starbucks, however, London has superabundance, significantly better shops that comes with confirmable restfulness. Go look for a stippledness you'd coordinate.<\p>
