By: Joe Iarrapino The flight was 5 hours away from home to here. The views I saw were the mountains near the waterfall and the mountains in the snowy field. The parts of Iceland I saw were plates broken up. These were boundaries; the plates were separated. Houses and streets were destroyed. Icelandair/American people left … Read more about this article
By: Sachiko Komagata On our departure day, some of us decided to visit Perlan, a museum showcasing the natural wonders of Iceland. It was an easy 15-minute uphill walk from our hotel in Reykjavík. Along the way, we spotted wild rabbits—larger than the ones we see in New Jersey—and patches of vibrant purple lupins, a … Read more about this article
By: Adil Akram Spending the evening at Flot Hetta was truly one of the highlights on this trip to Iceland. Not only were the coaches and atmosphere of the session relaxing but the ability to do it with other individuals made it more special. The thought of “letting go” and allowing yourself to release all … Read more about this article
By: Tyler Keenan Our experience on this trip today was very scenic and exciting. We began the day by traveling across the road to visit a gorgeous mountain stop, at this location was a bakery. We had the opportunity to grab some delicious treats and coffee, the food here is very fresh and delicious on … Read more about this article
By: Darren Burleson On Day 4 we went on a trip called “The Golden Circle” which is a road that takes you to multiple stopping points of national parks and other sightseeing locations. We started at a canyon that had an overlooking view of the valley. We then stopped for lunch at a tomato farm … Read more about this article
For our second day in Iceland, we were able to experience an incredible geothermal pool heated through underground thermal energy. We also learned a lot about the countries history regarding how efficient they are in sourcing their own energy through the heat from active volcanoes. On Sunday, we were able to visit the Blue Lagoon, … Read more about this article
By: Lawrence Maina The Nepal Virtual Program was a powerful journey of cultural engagement despite being physically distant. Over the course of the program, I felt like I was traveling through the lens of Nepal from ancient cities and temples to busy marketplaces and peaceful spiritual sites. Each day offered a unique insight into Nepalese … Read more about this article
Cooking Workshop: NEPALESE MOMO Dumplings Dr. Aryal and his family hosted the Momo cooking class with us Momo recipe: Ingredients: Step 1. Mix ground meat, vegetables, salt and Momo masala Step 2. Make dumplings: wrap about two tablespoons of the mix in a wrap. Step 3. Steam for 20 minutes. Step 4. Serve with tomato … Read more about this article
Kathmandu Durbar Square Kathmandu Durbar Square is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the heart of Kathmandu, Nepal. It is a complex of ancient temples, palaces, courtyards, and shrines that showcase the rich cultural heritage and architectural prowess of the Nepalese people. The square was once the royal palace of the Malla and Shah … Read more about this article
Patan City Patan, also known as Lalitpur, is a historic city located in the Kathmandu Valley of Nepal. It is known for its rich cultural heritage, beautiful architecture, and vibrant art scene. Patan is home to numerous ancient temples, palaces, and courtyards, including the Patan Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city is … Read more about this article
