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20 Things We Miss About Studying Abroad In London

Cheers to the greatest city!

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20 Things We Miss About Studying Abroad In London

Whether you studied abroad in London last semester or four years ago, let’s be real- you miss it. Life across the pond was full of joy and excitement. We forgot reality actually existed, and that sadness was even an emotion. What did we do to deserve going back to the States?! With that said, we will never forget the following.

1. The British phrases.

“Are you lined up in the queue for the loo?”
“You alright?”
“Cheers!”

2. Cockfosters.

The best and funniest stop on the tube.

3. Mind the gap.

The fancier way to say "watch your step."

4. Oyster card.


Our biggest lifeline to get anywhere.

5. Citymapper.

Oh, hail the king of all transportation maps!

6. The weather.

Although it was rainy and gloomy most days, there was something very special and charming about those brisk and foggy days.

7. “Take away?”

I’ll ask my food to be wrapped up any day in order for waiters and waitresses to say that to me in London.

8. The markets.

Borough Market, Portobello Market, Camden Market and Old Spitalfield’s Market: the list goes on and on.

9. Cider.

A few pints of Strongbow, Stella, Aspall, and Magners will easily get you through the night.

10. Our love/hate relationship for the pound.

We love how beautiful it looks, but we hate the value.

11. Cups of tea.

Pinkies up!

12. Late night bus.

Even though we’ve probably gotten lost on it a few times, who can forget the strange and drunk encounters we’ve had with the most intriguing people?

13. The pubs.

The normality of the pub scene, even during the day, is truly missed.

14. When tipping wasn't expected.

No obligations, no problem, money saved.

15. Big bad Ben.

That feeling you get when you see that beautiful British landmark.

16. Christmas coming early.

There’s no such thing as Thanksgiving in the UK, so the lights bright up as early as October. Who can get mad about that?!

17. Primark.

The most crowded Promised Land in London.

18. Phone booths.

London calling!

19. Harrods.

A magical place.

20. The accents.

Enough said. We’ll come back for you again, London.

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