Destination: United Kingdom

Little Gem

Sat, 10 May 2014 | By leksie | Views [188] | Scholarship Entry

In my soft dress, on the harsh ground, under tree in bloom and the cloudless sky, I sat. Eternities were spent on staring at the restless moving leaves as the wind gently swayed them around. I was trained to be entertained by nothing. I thought scrutinizing ... Read more >

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Sometimes you gotta go over the pond.

Sat, 10 May 2014 | By angfreely | Views [304] | Scholarship Entry

September 15, 2013 I realized like Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz, I was no longer in Kansas. The last three months of my life I've went from a grad student daydreaming about my future to saying my final goodbyes to my parents and love ones to embark on ... Read more >

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From Sea to Skye

Fri, 9 May 2014 | By ktemp | Views [127] | Scholarship Entry

After an early awakening, a lengthy train journey through the Scottish Highlands and a ferry ride, I arrived in Skye. The Isle of Skye was untainted in its' natural splendor. Waves lapping the shore, homes only dotting the landscape, not detracting ... Read more >

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The Saddest Part

Fri, 9 May 2014 | By thegirlwhochasedthemoon | Views [124] | Scholarship Entry

The two worst things about backpacking? Leaving, and coming home. I remember leaving quite vividly. It was the first time I had flown in almost two years and was freaking out over it. Back in 2010, I was somewhat a nervous flyer. It was also the first ... Read more >

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Spontaneous

Fri, 9 May 2014 | By michiyu | Views [165] | Scholarship Entry

I have a travel plan when I came to England for exchange student. But Spain wasn't exactly on the the top list. I'm working as a commis chef in the hotel, we only get to see our next week rota three days or even less before next week begins, it can be ... Read more >

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The first time I slept on a laundry room floor

Fri, 9 May 2014 | By helenonholiday | Views [246] | Scholarship Entry

It was my first time away from home. My first holiday further than Europe and my first night on a laundry room floor to escape the evil - yes evil! - mosquitos of a Louisiana swamp. It was the summer of '69...sorry, 2011...and I was experiencing my ... Read more >

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Of Blue-Footed Boobies and Misbegotten Tours

Fri, 9 May 2014 | By pd_weddington | Views [128] | Scholarship Entry

I never take a guided tour but I made an exception for a birding trip on a Scottish island. At 4 a.m. twelve of us crammed into a van made for six and set out in the fog, having been promised views of eagles, puffins and the elusive blue-footed booby.... Read more >

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Lake District Dream Come True

Thu, 8 May 2014 | By raconteur | Views [156] | Scholarship Entry

My dream had come true but I was unable to feel it. It lingered on my skin but didn't have a sensation. It was surreal, unbelievable and kaleidoscopic. The enormousness of my reality played in front of me but hadn't quite absorbed me until that moment ... Read more >

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Keep calm and take a broom stick!

Thu, 8 May 2014 | By journeurope2014 | Views [167] | Scholarship Entry

My last academic year lead me to the north east of the United Kingdom, the city of Durham to be exact. It might be a smaller city of around 40000 inhabitants, yet not less known. As many British places, Durham accommodates a cathedral, a castle, and a ... Read more >

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Photos: Selfies and solo shots

Thu, 8 May 2014 | By intrepidolivia | Photo Gallery

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To Whom It May Concern

Wed, 7 May 2014 | By guardian | Views [213] | Scholarship Entry

The first day I have never forgotten in my life is the travel's day because I am going to talk with other nations about my experiences and culture that are learned me the passion and challenge to become what I am here . Fore example, Upon graduation, ... Read more >

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Getting to the Top of King Arthur's Seat

Wed, 7 May 2014 | By marvinkeith | Views [149] | Scholarship Entry

I hadn't been walking for long when the car struck me at a roundabout in Holyrood Park. The sound was that of bone on metal. Then screeching tires and the blackest black you could ever imagine. The driver, a middle-aged woman with vein-swollen fingers, ... Read more >

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heart beats for UK.

Wed, 7 May 2014 | By jesbojesbo | Views [170] | Scholarship Entry

I was 20 when I had to travel with plane alone. Came to London alone on April 2013, it was my very first time flying alone so I got a little confused at airport, even when the plane was transit, keep asking on my own heart what should I do? how long ... Read more >

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There is more in a leg than you think

Wed, 7 May 2014 | By louisewillocx | Views [185] | Scholarship Entry

My mother was in tears, my father was calling the local police every five minutes, my brothers were making me a flower crown to wear on my funeral and I was watching the birth of a calf. That was the first time I disappeared on vacation for a few hours.... Read more >

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Lost in London

Wed, 7 May 2014 | By dougiefick | Views [166] | Scholarship Entry

I had awoken early in the morning to what is known as typical British weather, cold and overcast. My mood was not to be dampened by the banal weather as I make my way to Birmingham New Street station. I am on my way to London, a megacity that as much ... Read more >

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