This past weekend I went to the
Amalfi Coast with the Bus2Alps program! I recommend using them for anyone who
is studying abroad. They have trips to virtually anywhere you can imagine and
will pick you up right from the city you are staying. It is a very easy way for
study abroad students to travel around Europe without having to make all the
arrangements on our own. The coast was absolutely BEAUTIFUL!
On Friday we hiked
up to visit the island of Capri and got out and swam in one of the Seven
Wonders of Europe, the Blue Grotto. It was magical swimming in the glowing
turquoise water! After, we explored the town. Capri is where Limencello is
produced and they have a store that lets you taste all different types of
Limencello and even Limencello chocolate! Naturally, I had to buy some
Limencello chocolate. That night they organized a big dinner for everyone on
the trip and it was delicious.
On Saturday we went to Positano. At Positano we
were able to explore the beautiful little town and then they had a private boat
ride to cliff jumping and cave swimming. It was truly a once in a lifetime
experience.
On Sunday, we went to the ancient city of Pompei. I was shocked by
how large it was! Basically everything is still preserved perfectly. It was one
of the greatest weekends of my life and I definitely want to go back! This
weekend my program is headed to Cinque Terre so I am super excited for that as
well!!
-Ainsley
