Today officially marks 4 months since I first arrived in Grenoble. I can't believe how fast the time has gone by! It seems like just yesterday that I moved in and discovered my mountain abode sans-toilettes. I will be leaving France at the end of the month to start 6 weeks of travelling! I am very excited to get my exams done so I can really take advantage of my sourroundings. At the same time, I'm dreading leaving all the new friends I've made here. It seems tha...

My last days in London were very well spent. On Friday night, James came and got me at the hotel to show me around the big city area of London. I had no idea that this area really existed but it's like a little New York City, with time square-esque videotrons, theatres and big crowds. We got on a doubledecker red bus to enjoy some sights along the way, such as Trafalgar Square, which is a huge roundabout and hub of the city. The bus took us to Oxford circus which...

I'm in London and it has been so great so far!! I arrived yesterday morning and my friend James, who I had met in my Contiki tour and who lives in London, met me at the airport and brought me to my hotel. James works for a big hotel company, called the Park Plaza, so he was able to get me a nice room at a low price. The room is so fancy and has a great view of the London eye and Big Ben! James has lived in London for six years so he showed me around all day yeste...

I have finally had a hastle free travel experience! Mind you, I haven't boarded the plane yet but I have arrived at the airport and gone through security with no issues! This morning Shveta left early to catch a flight as well, we had such a good time together in Paris, it was hard to say goodbye. My time in Paris was so great! An amazing overall experience. I think Paris is a city that is best to be visited multiple times and with time to spare. My first time in...

Today is mine and Shveta's last day in Paris before jetting off tomorrow morning. We spent the day at Versailles. The weather was so incredibly beautiful and sunny which made the beauty of the palace grounds that much more spectacular. We toured the palace and enjoyed the famous hall of mirrors and marveled at all the grand furniture and decorations. It's hard to believe that people actually lived here. The walls and floors are made of solid marble and every inch...