Estoy Enferma
Before we left Richmond the study abroad advisor said something to the effect of “about half of you will get sick.” This statement really go
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'Til Next Time, Istanbul
Now, that all that is laid out, let me conclude with this: Istanbul was colorful, dynamic, surprising, engaging, and fun. Yeah, I definitely
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Being Black in Istanbul
Is it safe being black in Turkey? Just one of many ‘how will my blackness effect my trip’ questions that many black people ask when choosing
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Break Adventures
There are literally hundreds of things to do in Istanbul, and sometimes I wound up pushing myself too hard. I eventually realized that I nee
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Çay, Waffles, Döner, & Ice Cream
Food in Istanbul was easy to find, affordable, and versatile. There was something for everyone, which was very exciting coming from your res
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Getting Around Istanbul
Getting around the city was one of the most efficient commuting experiences abroad that I had ever had (though getting to and from Istanbul
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Shopping in Istanbul
Istanbul gave me plenty of shopping options and experiences when it came to shopping. Here I'll run down a list of some of my shopping e
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Art and History Heaven
If you love history, you’ll enjoy what Istanbul has to offer. If you love art and history, you’ll love what there is to find in Istanbul. I
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The Vibe in Istanbul
Istanbul is so unique in that it straddles two continents, split in half by the Bosporus strait and sandwiched between the Sea of Marmara &a
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Intro to Istanbul
Istanbul! What a doozy this trip was. Get the quick rundown on the who, what, when, where, why, and how of my experience.
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