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.