Author: Aleksandra
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An analysis of the American mirage
At what cost does a country build its image of freedom and opportunity?
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Gap Year diaries part 2: rich Italians, village festivals, and solo travel truths
Picking up where I left off—village festivals, Italian stereotypes, and what I learned about traveling alone. It’s a mix of beautiful moments, harsh realities, and finding confidence on the road.
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Gap Year diaries part 1: how it all began
The story of how I traded university for a backpack and cheap flights, starting my solo travel adventure across Europe. From pesto in Genoa to water scooters in Portofino, this is where it all began.
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Why my grandma thinks my gap year is a terrible idea (and why I took it anyway)?
“I am taking a gap year.” I announced it at the dinner table last year (final year of IB). Silence met my statement. And then one word “Why?” It’s been a year. I still don’t know why. Even though every time my granny, dad, sister,…
