I am not invincible. Envision this: you hop onto your second to last train home; it’s pretty busy, so you and your friends have to stand. No big deal; you do it all the time. However, while you are standing, suddenly your vision goes black. Next thing you know, you are on the train floor…Continue Reading The Biggest Lesson so Far (and some smaller ones on the side)
100 days. That’s how many days I had from when I finished my last UOA exam for semester one to the day I flew to Japan to start semester two. 100 days to get excited, to get nervous, to reassure me, to overthink, to relax, and to freak out. 100 days to do nothing but…Continue Reading 100 Days
I visited several spaces offering and facilitating education for youth and adults in India. My main takeaway is that education is the key to empowerment and uplifting families. This highlights the importance of removing educational barriers, such as but not limited to location, income, and nutrition. I was born in Wales and educated in a…Continue Reading Education in India
We are a week on from returning from India and it’s crazy to think that it was 50 days ago that our journey began. We left New Zealand as a group of 24 strangers, ready to explore India but we returned as a family, bonded through not only our joint experience but also our ambition…Continue Reading Six Weeks Later…
Suggested items to pack Cabin Luggage Checked Luggage Domestic Travel in India Accommodation in India…Continue Reading Dear Future Traveller – Part II
As I settle back into the rhythm of life in Auckland, New Zealand, I find myself grappling with the stark differences between the bustling streets of India and the tranquility of home. The absence of crowded thoroughfares, the scent of masala chai wafting through the air, and the sheer abundance of fresh air have all…Continue Reading Lessons on Vision and Intention
Hola everyone! I thought I would share some of my top tips for students travelling to Chile/ some things I found helpful while preparing to travel and while in Chile. I hope these tips are helpful! Have fun in Chile!…Continue Reading Amelie’s Top 10 Tips to Stay Safe and Have Fun in Chile
I have had the privilege of spending the last six weeks in India, and here are my key takeaways to get the most out of this life-changing opportunity. Our main form of travel (bus) Waving Goodbye at the Airport…Continue Reading Dear Future Traveller – Part I
He aha te mea nui o te ao What is the most important thing in the world? He tangata, he tangata, he tangata It is the people, it is the people, it is the people –Maori Proverb I have now been back home for 3 days, and my most commonly asked question is – What…Continue Reading He tangata, he tangata, he tangata
As I reflect on the past six weeks, the power of human connection has been a key takeaway for me. From witnessing the genuine care displayed by strangers in India to immersing myself in community-driven initiatives, this journey has underscored the importance of human connection, compassion, growth, and reflection on a global scale. Throughout this…Continue Reading Embracing the Power of Human Connection: Lessons from India