Friday, May 18, 2018
Vacation continues...
First day not in Ljubljana. I extended my trip a little longer though and I am staying in Paris until tomorrow. Today has been filled with awesome site seeing and LOTS of walking. I seen the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, the Notre Dame Cathedral and The Louvre Museum! Paris seems much more touristy than Ljubljana so I am missing the relaxed vibe Ljubljana has. Can’t wait for tomorrow though!
First Day Back Home
~Caitlin~
The feeling of being back home and sleeping in my own bed was wonderful. I slept a decent amount and it was wonderful to see everyone. My doggy was super excited to see me and she loved her treat that I got for her at the dog bakery. Additionally, realty is sinking in again because my other summer classes have began so I am just getting all my textbooks and reading over the syllabi and making sure I have my ducks in a row. Also, I have been doing laundry since I had a good chunk of dirty clothes from the trip. I love wearing my Slovenian T-shirt that I got at one of the Souvenir shops. However, in addition to cleaning I am also packing because my fiance and I bought a house. So I am packing everything up to move in with him the first week of June. As fun as the couple weeks were, now I am back to being my typical busy self. The trip was fun while it lasted. I am sure once I go back to work I will be wishing I was sitting next to the water and drinking a tequila sunrise.
The feeling of being back home and sleeping in my own bed was wonderful. I slept a decent amount and it was wonderful to see everyone. My doggy was super excited to see me and she loved her treat that I got for her at the dog bakery. Additionally, realty is sinking in again because my other summer classes have began so I am just getting all my textbooks and reading over the syllabi and making sure I have my ducks in a row. Also, I have been doing laundry since I had a good chunk of dirty clothes from the trip. I love wearing my Slovenian T-shirt that I got at one of the Souvenir shops. However, in addition to cleaning I am also packing because my fiance and I bought a house. So I am packing everything up to move in with him the first week of June. As fun as the couple weeks were, now I am back to being my typical busy self. The trip was fun while it lasted. I am sure once I go back to work I will be wishing I was sitting next to the water and drinking a tequila sunrise.
Returning Home
~Caitlin~
On my way to heading the airport I got sad knowing I was leaving such a beautiful country with so much history, but at the same time I was super happy heading home to see my family, my fiance, and my doggy. Even though it was only two weeks, I still missed all of them like crazy. The first flight from Ljubljana to Istanbul wasn't too bad. I was able to get a row to myself because the flight wasn't that busy. The longer flight to Chicago was kind of rough for me. I was trying very hard not to sleep so I would be tired sleeping on Chicago time schedule. So during the long flight I watched like four movies and listened to some classical music. Overall I only slept for maybe an hour. So it worked out well. Customs went A LOT smoother than I expected so overall it was pretty good process.
On my way to heading the airport I got sad knowing I was leaving such a beautiful country with so much history, but at the same time I was super happy heading home to see my family, my fiance, and my doggy. Even though it was only two weeks, I still missed all of them like crazy. The first flight from Ljubljana to Istanbul wasn't too bad. I was able to get a row to myself because the flight wasn't that busy. The longer flight to Chicago was kind of rough for me. I was trying very hard not to sleep so I would be tired sleeping on Chicago time schedule. So during the long flight I watched like four movies and listened to some classical music. Overall I only slept for maybe an hour. So it worked out well. Customs went A LOT smoother than I expected so overall it was pretty good process.
Venice
~Caitlin~
Venice was a BEAUTIFUL city. It was a lot bigger city than I thought it was. I thought it was interesting with how many bridges there are in the city. Aside from shopping, I went on the gondola and it was awesome. I got to see some beautiful parts on the river and our gondola driver was super funny. That was probably my favorite part of the day. Also, I loved the Rialto bridge. It was a beautiful spot to see the grand canal. I wish I would've had time to be able to go to the top of the San Marco Cathedral Tower. It would have been an amazing view of the city. I also thought that the Doge's Palace was beautiful. It had always been my dream to go to Italy and too bad I didn't have a longer stay there. Nonetheless, I will definitely be returning ! :)
Venice was a BEAUTIFUL city. It was a lot bigger city than I thought it was. I thought it was interesting with how many bridges there are in the city. Aside from shopping, I went on the gondola and it was awesome. I got to see some beautiful parts on the river and our gondola driver was super funny. That was probably my favorite part of the day. Also, I loved the Rialto bridge. It was a beautiful spot to see the grand canal. I wish I would've had time to be able to go to the top of the San Marco Cathedral Tower. It would have been an amazing view of the city. I also thought that the Doge's Palace was beautiful. It had always been my dream to go to Italy and too bad I didn't have a longer stay there. Nonetheless, I will definitely be returning ! :)
Feelings
Jessica D.
Today I slept late and then pretty much just spent the day relaxing in bed. It was wonderful to skip the alarm, the early morning routine, the hotel bathroom, the elevators, and the same old hotel breakfast. I was far too happy to be able to open my own fridge and make some fluffy pancakes without feeling the need to make myself presentable before leaving my room. The best part? The coffee. I can't believe how much I missed my trusty coffee pot and flavored creamer. It's amazing how much I missed everything, actually, from my own bed to my shower (with shower curtains that cover the entire shower and ensure that I don't have to clean water puddles off the floor). More than anything, I missed my family! My brother and I have started talking about another trip to Europe, but this time we want to go as a family.
Today I slept late and then pretty much just spent the day relaxing in bed. It was wonderful to skip the alarm, the early morning routine, the hotel bathroom, the elevators, and the same old hotel breakfast. I was far too happy to be able to open my own fridge and make some fluffy pancakes without feeling the need to make myself presentable before leaving my room. The best part? The coffee. I can't believe how much I missed my trusty coffee pot and flavored creamer. It's amazing how much I missed everything, actually, from my own bed to my shower (with shower curtains that cover the entire shower and ensure that I don't have to clean water puddles off the floor). More than anything, I missed my family! My brother and I have started talking about another trip to Europe, but this time we want to go as a family.
First Day Home
Stephanie:
Today was my first full day back home. I spent the entire morning cleaning the whole house from top to bottom! My fiancé tried his best but it’s very hard to keep a house clean with 3 big dogs!
Later today, I thought I was meeting my sister and her husband for dinner; but I was really going to my surprise party! My family threw me a surprise graduation party! I am so lucky to have them!
Stephanie 💜
Today was my first full day back home. I spent the entire morning cleaning the whole house from top to bottom! My fiancé tried his best but it’s very hard to keep a house clean with 3 big dogs!
Later today, I thought I was meeting my sister and her husband for dinner; but I was really going to my surprise party! My family threw me a surprise graduation party! I am so lucky to have them!
Stephanie 💜
Thursday, May 17, 2018
Home!
I made it home! After a long day of travel, I am finally in my own bed. I am sad to leave Slovenia, but happy to be reunited with my puppy. I am ready to rest for a few days before beginning summer courses. This trip to Slovenia was well worth it, I am so glad I came with. I have made many new friends and definitely got out of my comfort zone. It was such a great experience and I cannot wait to share my travels with all of my friends and family!
Leaving...Home!
Jessica D.
Round two of extreme travel...one two hour flight, one race through the airport and security to get a second boarding pass, an almost 12 hour flight, four movies, three meals, and way too many cups of water. The Ljubljana airport wouldn’t issue three of us our second boarding pass for our transfer flight so we had to head through the airport, back through security, then more security, then more security. The flight, however, definitely went by faster than last time though simply because I was so exhausted that I was able to nap for a while. My family was happy to see me when I walked into the house and I was absolutely excited to be home. It was nice to visit, take a shower in my own bathroom, and be able to spread out my things in my own room. Now for a good nights sleep for the first time in almost two weeks!
Round two of extreme travel...one two hour flight, one race through the airport and security to get a second boarding pass, an almost 12 hour flight, four movies, three meals, and way too many cups of water. The Ljubljana airport wouldn’t issue three of us our second boarding pass for our transfer flight so we had to head through the airport, back through security, then more security, then more security. The flight, however, definitely went by faster than last time though simply because I was so exhausted that I was able to nap for a while. My family was happy to see me when I walked into the house and I was absolutely excited to be home. It was nice to visit, take a shower in my own bathroom, and be able to spread out my things in my own room. Now for a good nights sleep for the first time in almost two weeks!
Going Home - Goodbye Europe
I will be completely honest and say I was homesick this whole trip. I did not let it affect my having a good time whatsoever, but I am happy to be getting home. We will be traveling for most of the day today. With a combined 12 hours of flight time ahead of me I feel very anxious to get home. I had a wonderful, amazing, beautiful time here in Europe with this group of girls and our professors and I cannot wait to return someday.
Thanks for reading!
Jess White
Thanks for reading!
Jess White
Leaving day!
I am currently in the Ljubljana airport waiting for my plane. This morning when I was doing my last minute errands and walking around the city for the last time. It really hit me that I am going to miss this place. Ljubljana is so beautiful and I felt so welcomed my entire stay here. It was such an amazing experience to be here and be a part of the university even for a short amount of time. Although I am sad to be leaving, I am excited also because I will be staying a day in Paris.
Coming Home!
Stephanie:
Today was spent traveling home! It was a long journey back but one I was happy to make! I had an absolutely amazing time on this trip, but I really missed my Fiancé and our dogs! Everyone was very happy to see me!
The next few days will be spent relaxing with my pups!
First priority: get some real sleep!
Stephanie 💜
Today was spent traveling home! It was a long journey back but one I was happy to make! I had an absolutely amazing time on this trip, but I really missed my Fiancé and our dogs! Everyone was very happy to see me!
The next few days will be spent relaxing with my pups!
First priority: get some real sleep!
Stephanie 💜
Venice, Italy
Venice was everything I thought it would be and more. The experience of walking into St. Mark's Square and seeing St. Mark's Cathedral and the Palace for the first time was like no other. The sight was breathtaking. We took a gondola ride which was an awesome experience. I did a lot of shopping while in Venice and one of my favorite things that I purchased were Venetian masks. I really enjoyed touring the city and learning about some of its history. The Grand Canal was another beautiful sight in Venice. I would love to return to Italy to visit Florence, Rome, and Naples.
Thanks for reading!
Jess White
Thanks for reading!
Jess White
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