My flat is on Kentish Town Road in Camden. Camden Town is a really cool area with a lot of bars, clubs, and pubs. For example, Amy Winehouse got her start here in Camden at the Hawley Arms Pub. Other artists like Madonna, Coldplay, The Killers and Pink Floyd have played here in Camden as…
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Analyzing My Own Explorations
After being in London for almost five weeks now, I am starting to see it in a different light. My urban studies class that I am currently taking also led me to see London as what it is, a great and complex global city. In class and what I’ve seen from exploring I learned both…
If You’re Tired of London, You’re Tired of Life
I am nearing towards the end (Week 5 of 6) of my amazing summer study abroad experience in London, UK. The days are flying by. The panicky feeling of getting everything done and going everywhere I want is unfortunately in full force, and the time to do everything is scarce. That is why I am…
London Town
I have been in London now for nearly 4 weeks and have noticed many differences and similarities to the United States. For some reason, everything is extremely loud here. Having no air conditioning in my flat means that we have to keep our balcony door and windows open to (somewhat) cool down the rooms. Because…
The Third Week
My first three weeks in London have been amazing and eye opening. I’ve visited so many different places I sometimes forget where I’ve went! I am living in Shepard’s Bush, a residential area in the borough of Hammersmith. It is a great location to live and there are so many things to experience even in…
Gaining lbs and Losing Pounds (£)
It is officially the beginning of week 2 of my study abroad trip in London, England and I feel fully adjusted and acclimated to the city. I live in Shepherd’s Bush, a small residential area in West London, in a flat with four other students from Pitt. The area is super convenient because the tube…
Calling All Commuters (Level One Post)
Commuting in London is a major part of life. Due to the fact that the city is so large and there are nearly 9 million people living in it, it often takes a significant amount of time to commute to work, school, or even to a gym. Public transportation is the primary means of getting…
Please Mind the Gap
Having about a 45 minute commute to both school and work means that I hear “Please Mind the Gap” at least ten times per day. However, much like the noisiness of traffic and skateboarders outside my window, or the strong winds in the tube stations, this is yet another new stimulus to which I am…
Royal Wedding Weekend
Since getting to London on Wednesday, countless Harry & Meghan flags and memorabilia could be spotted all over. Flags hung from balconies, plates sold in markets, and the royal wedding was the main, if not sole, content of the Evening Standard. All of the buzz and excitement around the wedding made it even more surreal…
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