Each individual day of this trip was impossibly long, but looking back after our final full day in Italy really puts into perspective the months and months of planning and preparation and paperwork even for just two very short yet… Read More
Day 12: Directionally-Challenged and Helpful Italians
Our last day! I’m so sad to think that a trip that I’ve been anticipating for months is nearly over! At the same time, I’m so excited to head home tomorrow. I miss my cats and family/friends at home. Also,… Read More
Day 11: Campari – Bad, but Good Ads
After quite a break from media visits, we’re back at it! We woke up this morning and took the bus to Burston-Marsteller, a public relations and advertising agency in Milan. We heard from four individuals from within the company. Each… Read More
Day 10: The Beginning of the End
I’ve never been so thankful to wake up and get out of bed. And coming from someone who hates mornings, that’s saying something. Cots are quite uncomfortable and I definitely spent all night waking up afraid that my bed was going to… Read More
Day 9: Boats and Hotel Mishaps
Today we said “Ciao!” to the beautiful city of Florence after a wonderful few days. Off to Venice we went! Our group boarded the bus and headed out to our next adventure this morning. From there, caught the train into… Read More
Goodbye My Sweet Sweet Italy
Throughout my travels, I designated certain places my home away from home. These areas mean something special to me and it is a place where I feel comfortable. You can find these places to be in the simplifies of places… Read More
Day Twelve: Today Was The Best Day Of My Life
If you know me, then you know I want to work in fashion more than anything. Today we had our media visit at Hearst Publications. Hearst is home of some of the most famous fashion magazines including Marie Claire, Cosmopolitan… Read More
In reverse
Song of the day: Celebration by Kool & the Gang. Last year at this time, I was exhausted beyond words at a hotel in Jamaica, the New York City variety, not the Island variety. Our flight back from Shannon had… Read More