While you're studying abroad you learn so many new things, half of which you do not even realize. Some things are learned as a result of mistakes while others come from wonderful times. Regardless of the circumstances, the lessons learned are ones that stay with you for the rest of your life. It seems only fair to share some of my favorites things with all of you.
1. RyanAir is the cheapest airline you'll ever fly on
2. Ryanair is the weirdest airline you'll ever fly
3. The Irish don't wear rain boots
4. Nobody is ever in a rush in Ireland
5. Nutella is a key food group
6. Only Americans go crazy for peanut butter
7. Never forget your umbrella
8. The pictures you take will never do the place justice. Don't forget to look at it without the camera.
9. Foreign children are the cutest children ever
10. Europeans know more about America than we do
11. Make sure you look the right way before crossing the street
12. Interact with the locals
13. Be independent
14. No place will ever be as comfortable as home
15. Being a little uncomfortable means you're learning something new
16. Figuring out public transportation in each new city becomes fun
17. Sleeping no longer requires it to be night or for you to be in a bed
18. Try each country's native food
19. Don't be ashamed to have Starbucks or McDonalds every once in a while
20. There's no cereal selection like America's cereal selection
21. No time is a bad time to drink
22. Remember you have to carry what you pack.... Often times much farther than anticipated
23. Packing right before leaving is possible
24. Leave room for souvenirs!
25. Getting through security becomes a game. You have to set a new record each trip
26. Never forget your visa check when flying RyanAir
27. Air bnb's are life changer
28. Spotify premium is so worth it
29. Always see the city you're in from above
30. Talk to people in bars
31. Be nice to bus drivers they can make or break you trip!
32. Trdelnik changes your life
33. Never stay in an Airbnb without reviews
34. Do not ever put your phone down in a taxi you may never see it again
35. Layers are always the way to go
36. Always make sure the water is safe to drink
37. Nowhere is as expensive as London
38. Ulmon maps are amazing when you have no wifi
39. Do not be ashamed to play games on your phone. It passes the time on buses and planes!
40. Bring plenty of walking friendly shoes
41. No matter how weird may be someone else's is 100% stranger
42. People in Spain smell amazing
43. Take advantage of beautiful weather but don't let rain spoil your day
44. You can sleep when your home. Adventures are worth it
45. Take advantage of all new opportunities
46. Student discounts are everywhere you just have to find them
47. Keep a journal! You won't want to forget the little things
48. Take time to explore the city you study in
49. Things may be expensive but the memories are worth it
50. The world is an amazing place. Once you catch the travel bug it never goes away. There's always more to see!
