"Traveling was never something that I thought I’d like before I studied abroad. Prior to taking the leap to study in Florence, the thought of even leaving my little American bubble had stricken me with crushing anxiety. [But] everything changed when I finally landed in the beautiful city of Florence.

Overall, leaping out of my bubble and exposing myself to the pleasures and cultures of Italy was one of the best life decisions I have ever made, and proved to be infinitely more enriching than I could ever expect it to be. If you’re even thinking about going to Florence, just do it. You absolutely won’t regret it!"