​Overview: I just enjoyed Interlaken so so much, and it felt so good to ski again. The weather was honestly so gorgeous it was like 30-40 degrees Fahrenheit but super sunny, so it felt warmer. The combination of mountains, lakes, sun, and the antique village blended perfectly into one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever seen in my life. I took a Smart Trip here, so my friends and I paid a flat fee for the bus ride from Florence and the hostel accommodation. We stayed in the Funny...

1. 25Hours Hotel This was hands down my favorite study spot and the place where I was consistently the most productive. Located inside a luxurious and modern hotel themed around Dante’s Divine Comedy, its rooms are inspired by Heaven, Hell, and Purgatory. In the lobby, you'll find a stylish mix of a café, restaurant, lounge, and courtyard. What made this space stand out was that, unlike most cafés in Florence, you weren’t expected to purchase anything to stay and study. The decor was bold and...

The study abroad program I chose was called SAI, and it was a third-party program that partnered with my school. I am so glad I chose this program, as I found everyone to be super helpful, and I got to meet students from schools all over the U.S. One of my favorite parts of SAI was that they offered Viva activities throughout the semester that were included in our tuition. Every Wednesday, the next week’s activities would be announced, and you could sign up. Now I will go through all the...