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What on earth is a WONK?

It didn't take long for me to figure out that classes at American University in Washington D.C. were going to be a little different from...

First week in D.C.

I honestly don't have many negative things to say about my first week in D.C. Before departing my mind wandered, imagining all the...

5 summer things to do in and around Basel on a budget

Basel is a beautiful and diverse city, but it is no secret that a visit to Switzerland can come at a hefty price. However, don't be...

Wholesome Porridge Pie

On a rainy day with little else to do, I found myself in the mood for baking. After scouring the cupboards I realised I would have to be...

10 things to sort before leaving for a study abroad year

Featured on thirdyearabroad.com Preparing for a study abroad year can be a rather complicated process. As if the application process...

Ideas for staying in shape on holiday

Staying in shape and maintaining your fitness over the summer can be challenging. With enticing beaches for lounging, ice cream...

Valencia, Spain

Sitting in my room looking at raindrops running incessantly down my window, it didn't take much motivation to get on Google in search of...

Banana and oatmeal cookies

So this was a bit of an experiment but it actually went pretty well. In this cold weather, I get so tempted to have sweet treats,...

The winter salad

In winter, it’s common to ditch the salad option. Who wants a light leafy salad bowl when it’s cold outside and all you crave is some...

Chickpea and sweet potato curry

Found this recipe online but made a few alterations to make it extra yummy. This concoction is vegetarian, full of protein, easy to make...

Let's talk about porridge

One thing in life that I could not do without is porridge. This healthy bowl of goodness is ideal for breakfast, and keeps you going and...

The perfect morning workout

I’m always talking about the intense morning workout that I do before breakfast that leaves me feeling great and ready for the day ahead…...

Paddles and pilates: the necessity of less strenuous exercise

When people think of exercise, images of intense gymming sessions and exhausting runs often spring to mind. Although I am all for doing a...

Why breakfast is my favourite meal of the day

Breakfast is undoubtably the best meal of the day. If you have read my previous post on why to exercise before breakfast, you will know...

Why you should exercise before breakfast

This is something I honestly never thought I would say... I was always the type of person who preferred to work out in the evenings. I...