Wales may be known as a small country, but that does not mean that they have a shortage of sheep-not that I am complaining. As many Wisconsinites are used to vast farm fields and cows, …
Leah Kersten
St. Mary’s Church, University Strikes, and Easter Recess
This past weekend my friends and I ventured to St. Fagans, a Welsh medieval town. Unfortunately, because of snow, the village was closed and we only saw the surrounding area of the village. However, because …
Stonehenge and Salisbury
Viewing the historical sites of Stonehenge and Salisbury was worth the two hour coach from Cardiff. Despite the cold and windy day, the sunshine (which is rare in Cardiff) made the trip even better. Although …
Palm Trees in Wales!
This past weekend of adventure and exploration of Cardiff and its surrounding area has once again rose above my expectations. One of the reasons I chose to study abroad in Wales was because I did …
Waterfall Walking in Wales- The Brecon Beacons
This past weekend I ventured out with a few friends to the Brecon Beacons and it soared past my expectations. I underestimated the weather as well. Wisconsin is known to have extreme, quick changing weather, …
The Cardiff Experience: The First Two Weeks
Hello readers! I’m currently writing this post at my dorm retrospectively because the last two weeks I’ve been busy with adjustment, classes, and a few issues revolving around classes. After about 15 hours of travelling …
From Wisconsin to Wales
In less than a month, I will be exposed to the country of Wales: a new place, a different culture, and a new lifestyle of independence and adventure. I will leave the land of cows, …