Author: Ana
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What on Earth Is an Oxford Uni Crewdate?
The history and traditions of Oxford University range from terrifying to hilarious, sometimes both, and usually absurd. Going back a few centuries, some examples of this are several murders (one of which led to the creation of Cambridge University in 1209), the constant consumption of beer, the escapades and controversies of the infamous Bullingdon Club,…
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Reviewing a 3-Course Formal Dinner at Oxford University
Thanks to a friend who brought me in as a guest, I was lucky enough to experience an Oxford Formal Dinner at Queens’ College – the stuff of romantic/posh dreams. First, there was a pre-dinner reception in a student common room with small bites like pretzels, prosciutto, and champagne. It was a nice start and…
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Best Travel Apps/Sites I’ve Used + Referral Codes
Codes and rewards are accurate as of October 2024 Wealthsimple (for Canadians) The Wealthsimple Cash card is a debit Mastercard with no monthly fees, and most importantly no foreign transaction fees + 1% cashback, making it a really good option for spending money while abroad. The average credit card foreign transaction fee varies around 2%, which…
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5 Tips After My Arrival To Study Abroad in the UK
These also apply for almost any destination/host country, so read on! Having mentally prepared myself for some things to go wrong, I’m very relieved with how smoothly my arrival and first week at Oxford Brookes University for my study abroad semester went (and hopefully it continues this way!). So, here are just some quick tips…
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5 Things to do Before the UCalgary Semester Starts
I know, I know… summer is almost over already and it feels like it’s barely started. Regardless, it’s only a bit more than a week before classes start again (less if you’re doing Block Week, which I tried last year), so here are some reminders before the school year begins. Set up your calendar For…
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How to Choose and Optimize Your UCalgary Meal Plan (Free Swipes Calculator)
Trying to decide between the 5-day unlimited, 7-day unlimited, or the 120/250 swipe options? Then you’ve come to the right place! I’m going to share some tips and tricks to make the most out of your meal plan, as well as insights into which option you might want depending on how you like to eat.…
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IKEA Yearly Midsummer Buffet 2024 Review
Every year around June, IKEA hosts a Midsummer Buffet full of fish, meatballs, salad, and more. You have to be an IKEA Family member (which is free) and buy a $25 ticket in person on a previous day. I attended the Calgary buffet, and here is my full review! Venue The buffet is hosted on…
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9 Not-So-Obvious Dorm Essentials
These aren’t necessarily things you need to pack in advance (you could buy them after moving in), but they are things that I personally found useful which aren’t usually listed in traditional packing lists. Earplugs or Sleep Sound Machine Dorms unfortunately often have the issues of noisy neighbours and loud garbage trucks or snow plows at…
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Reviewing CoCo’s New Floral Tea Lattes
Like many uni students, coffee helps me get through my courses, but now that it’s summer, something more refreshing and seasonal is a welcome change. I had the chance to try some floral tea lattes, courtesy of CoCo in Chinatown Calgary, and here’s my review. Firstly, the location is quite nice with a spacious seating…
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Make Your Personal Projects Stand out This Summer
Whether it’s software, hardware, or art, we’ve all heard that making projects in our own time can help our resumes/portfolios stand out. Not to mention, it can actually be fun and certainly provides valuable experience. But how can one stay motivated and get the most out of personal projects? (This post is focused on software…
