CULTURE

Week 1 in Spain

After a whirlwind of exams, goodbyes, and long-haul flights, my exchange in Spain finally begins—with culture shock, new friendships, and a city waiting to be explored.

Galicia, Spain. Courtesy of the Sibarist.

Skye Reilly in Galicia, Spain


My last week in Australia was stressful, with exams everyday as well as the need to get everything ready for Spain. Once I finished my last exam, I went out to brunch with my friends to say goodbye, then I went home, finished some schoolwork, packed my bags and drove to the airport. I spent a few hours in the airport with my mum and dad because we got there a bit early and they couldn't come through the gate with me, but when we did say goodbye a lot of tears were shed.

I got through security very quickly then found my gate and met with the two other exchange students I was flying with. Then, 30 hours of travel later and a missed flight, I landed in Spain and met with my host family. I had an hour car ride where we talked back and forth in Spanish, got to the house and had some food then quickly fell asleep.


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