Translation blog by Olivia in English
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What to see in Paris in 5 days
A couple of months ago I was in Paris for a few days. From my visit to this capital city, I have a few recommendations for future visitors. WHERE TO STAY? I rented an apartment (with a fully equipped kitchen, bathroom, TV, wifi... basically everything you need) on a...
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TRADITIONAL FRENCH FOOD: RACLETTE (FOR CHEESE LOVERS)
What is it? I went to Marseille to visit a friend. She's Colombian and has been living with her sister for quite a few years in France. It is a pleasure to go and visit people who love cooking. One day when it was so cold we were frozen to the bone, Sofia had an idea...
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Staying in a dorm or in an apartment?
The main reason why Erasmus students prefer to live in a flat rather than in a student residence is the price. However, both options are equally valid. If you want to fully live the experience, the best thing is to go and live in university dorms, even if you'll be...
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Day 2 in York
I liked the city so much the first time I went, that I decided to visit it again. This time, I was waiting to go for the second time with my boyfriend during Erasmus, and my intention was to show him the places that I had previously enjoyed the most, and others that I...
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Day 1 in York
Friday upload I have always preferred smaller cities, because I think they are a lot more comfortable for living, going out or studying. It was then when I discovered York was the perfect place for me. Despite the bad weather, York is still very attractive for visitors....
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The Students' Union, Leeds, United Kingdom
Hello! A promise is a promise and as I've been saying that since two entries ago I was going to speak about it, today I want to tell you about the Students' Union, one of the University of Leeds most surprising buildings. It's located right in the middle of campus, so...
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Meeting my friend in Leeds
As part of my degree at the Comillas Pontifical University in Madrid, studying International Relations with Translation and Interpretation, we have a compulsory Erasmus year in an English-speaking country. The aim of this exchange is that from the start we will have...
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York, the place of my dreams
York is a modern city but with a strong medieval influence throughout. Its main streets are full of character from this same aesthetic and they are full of independent shops, making you feel like you're back in Medieval times. One of my favourite independent shops is a...