Since I've been in Ireland for a couple weeks now, and being a student I have already learned a lot about saving money, how to save money, and in what ways I should spend my money. It has taken a couple weeks to finally get situated and be settled here- after having to buy bedding, toiletries, toilet paper, groceries and necessities for an apartment that are NEEDED (hence not WANT). And after finally getting my Visa today- I can now begin to budget better than th...

The Blarney Castle, the Blarney Stone- We've been told about it for years throughout different classes and different people, but actually being able to see it in the flesh was one of the most breathe taking experiences I have yet to encounter on this trip. The walk to the castle was in itself a sight to see with all of the trees, flowers, grass and scenery. I was able to walk throughout the ground level of the castle and climb through all of the tight spaces an...

Today was literally one of the best days yet exploring Ireland- It was the first booked excursion out of the city- THE JAMESON EXPERIENCE, the old distillery. Holly Alex and I took the bus, which dropped us right off at the distillery- and for 10 euros round trip was perfect! There was so much to see even from when you just step foot in the door- from the whiskey, to the gift shop, all of the historical artifacts on the walls, and gorgeous wood finished tables ma...

What better way to start the day than the gym, right? Well yes.. UNLESS you don't have a damn TOWEL!!!!! Went to the University's gym today- the Mardyke Arena- ready to start my day with a solid work out of cardio and strengthening. Well the rules I guess are that you cannot use the equipment unless you have a "towel" which is like a sweat towel to us Americans? Let me just say that HOW THE HELL DOES THIS MAKE SENSE?! First of all, you don't have a disinfectant s...

What Classes? So it is the first week of classes here at the University College Cork and it doesn't even feel like I am going to school. Even just walking around campus I am constantly saying how gorgeous it is!! Its un real- and the Irish way of scheduling and class is so relaxing- THAT IS SO STRESSFUL! All I've ever wanted back at Quinnipiac was to not be locked out of a class.. but now that I can literally take any class I want, get into it, and change my m...