Arielle Loren

It’s been approximately four days and I have NEVER spoken so much spanish in my life. My Senora (aka the sweet old woman I am living with) speaks no English, so my five housemates and I have all our evening conversations in Spanish and barely speak any English. It is truly the best thing I [...]

After every experience surfaces the inevitable question upon your return to your homeland, “How was (blank)?” Well, how was London…hmmm I had to ask myself. What exactly did I think, feel, and if I had to do it again, would I go back? London was interesting…that seems to be the response I have given everyone [...]

Honestly, I literally believe Italy is the most beautiful place I have seen on earth. The art, the culture, and (as expected) the FOOD was magnificent. During my time in the country, I stayed in Florence with my friend but mostly toured Rome (which is 2 hours away) and Orsigna (which is in the mountainous [...]