Morocco was great! It was soo nice to be on an organized trip for once. We didnt have to think at all, just go whereever and eat whatever they told us to. It was really different there, I suffered from a bit of culture shock. Some parts were dirty and smelly, but others were more city-like. We got to see 4 cities, all very different from each other. Although each city had markets were they would bother the americans to haggle with them. It's strange how much bargaining is a part of their culture. I'm not big on it, but I did get some cool things. We got to see a tannery and a Jewish synagoge too. Second spring break just started. Headed to Portugal with some girlfriends, it should be a lot of fun. I'm a bit tired of sight seeing but it should be a pretty relaxed trip since we only have to take a bus and what not. Glad to hear it's warming up at home! The weather is absolutely gorgeous here! I'm definitely enjoying sitting by the river and taking in the sun.

So Italy was amazing. Venice, Florence and Rome in one week. It was a lot to do but it was wonderful. Venice was my favorite just because I've never seen anything like it. It was out of this world. There was water everywhere you looked and you had to cross a bridge ever couple of steps. Florence was bigger but still easy to navigate. There was so much to see I want to go back! Rome was even bigger and also amazing. You could be just walking around and pass a huge anchient monument out of nowhere. It was crazy. We also went to the Vatican and saw the Pope! I loved it all. Italy is definitely my favorite so far. I also got to see Sirisha and Shaun in Florence and Rome which was awesome. And I got real close with the girls I traveled with which is nice. Next up is Morocco this weekend!

Paris was amazing! We saw all the main sites- the Louvre, the Eiffel tower, the Arc de Triumph, the Bastille, Norte Dame and the main shopping areas. It was so neat! The weather was rainy and cold- definitely made me miss Sevilla! Paris was so different- the architecture especially. Everyone was generally friendly, especially the waiters who had to attempt to speak english with us. It was really fun to go up the Eiffel Tower too! Kind of scary, I'll admit. But we got some great pictures. I cant believe I leave on Friday for Italy! It is finally our first Spring break. Wow does time fly. A month and a half until I come home! It's crazy how fast it is going. Finally done with midterms as of today and it feels great. Before I know it will be time for finals. I hope everything is good at home and that everyone is safe and happy. Missing you!