Cheers, Australia!
I can't believe my study abroad experience has come to an end after four incredible months. In just four months and three days, I traveled to three different countries (Australia, Bali, and New Zealand), flew on 10 planes with two more flights waiting to take me home, visited 56 cities and towns, and created 123 days' worth of unforgettable memories. After spending 123 days living in Surfers Paradise, I can honestly say that it has become my second home. On my final day, I sp
Exploring the NightQuarter Markets
With only a few days left in Australia, one of my friends from university treated me to a special night out at the NightQuarter Markets in Helensvale. NightQuarter is a weekend night market located on the Gold Coast that brings together local food, drinks, live music, and entertainment every Friday and Saturday night. Often described as the Gold Coast's creative playground, NightQuarter features night markets, micro-restaurants, live performances, and unique shopping experien
One Week Left Down Under!
Today marks the start of my final week abroad in Australia. It's hard to believe that this incredible journey is almost coming to an end. As excited as I am to return home, I have so many mixed emotions about leaving. Right now, I'm feeling anxious, sad, happy, and relieved all at the same time. I'm anxious and sad because I wish I had more time here. There are still so many places I would love to visit and so many adventures I feel like I haven't had yet. Part of me never wa
