Geneva
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Where to stay in Geneva - Auberge Communale Genève
After having spent 6 months in Geneva, it was time to pack up my bags and leave for my six-month Erasmus adventure in Madrid. I may have slightly miscalculated my length of days in terms of rent so I ended up by having to book a hotel for the last couple of days of my...
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Where to stay in Geneva - Tiffany Hotel
The first night in Geneva I stayed in the Tiffany Hotel. This was a very important time for me as I was supposed to spend my time running around and getting myself organized for my six month Erasmus in the city. I had to choose the Hotel tactically based upon the...
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Three-Day tour guide of Geneva
The good thing about Geneva is that as far as Geneva is concerned, you can probably see the whole of the city, from head to toe in about two to three days. Then of course if you happen to stay longer then there are many surrounding places you can go to such as skiing in...
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A complete guide to Geneva
Sadly my time in Geneva has come to an end. Just when I was getting used to living here and getting into a weekly routine I now have to move my entire life from one country to another. Of course I am excited to discover Spain and more importantly get to know Madrid from...
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Top 10 things to See in Geneva
After having uploaded my blog on things to do in Geneva (Top 10 things to do in Geneva). I thought to upload a "Top 10 things to see in Geneva". Where as my post was more about activities to do, this post encompasses museums and expositions you cannot miss when visiting...
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Ice Hockey
The Erasmus Student Network (ESN) offers 36 lucky students the possibility to go and watch an ice hockey match for free. Exactly one week ago we had to go to the student centre in the University where we had to give 5 CHF deposit and book our place. This money would...
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Top 10 things to do in Geneva
Geneva is by far one of the most beautiful and original cities I have visited until now. Each and every day convinces me that this is where I want to finish my masters. There is just such a unique atmosphere; everyone just concentrates on what they want to do and I feel...
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The University of Geneva
I just wanted to write a blog about the University so most of you will know what you will be going into when starting your semester or year abroad here. I had absolutely no idea what to expect of the University which is why I think this post will be very useful to you....
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Swiss Transport
The general stereotype of Switzerland is their organization and their efficiency in terms of Transport. I do not usually agree with stereotypes (Yes I am british and I love tea.. but I know many British people that don’t! ), however when it comes to transport here in...
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How to look after your money in Geneva
This is something I honestly wish I figured out before moving to Geneva. Money can be a real issue when you’re here. Although Geneva is not as expensive as you may expect, somehow money seems to disappear quickly and you end up looking through your bank statement to...
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Diary day 2 - Arrival to Geneva
Travel Journal Day 2 It was a beautiful morning to wake up to on my second day in Geneva. The sun was shining and I woke up super excited to finish preparing for my move. I knew this was going to be a super long day so I mentally prepared myself. We returned to the...
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Diary Day 1 - Arrival to Geneva
My first ever arrival into Geneva The first day into a new city is always quite disorientating. Of course you read things to do up on the internet and you plan where to eat and you ask your friends who have already been there what places to recommend, but things are...
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What can you Expect from Geneva ?
When you move somewhere new you will always have some sort of expectations on how things are going to be like, whether its generic stereotypes, or whether you have travelled to a certain place before so you have an idea of what it will be like – however these...
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Moving away on your year abroad
The idea of moving away from home, from your friends and family, from you culture, your home town, your favorite cafés and restaurants - it is daunting. I was so worried, most of my friends were off to Paris or Montreal and I seemed to be the only one chosing Geneva. I...