8 weeks in Bogotá

I really enjoyed my experience in Bogotá. The city has so much to offer and I really enjoyed being able to explore different aspects of Colombia from its nature, food, music, and much more. Initially I did not know what to expect, but Colombia is much more modern and global than I expected. I felt safe getting around the city and it was a very valuable experience academically/professionally but also socially and personally. I got to experience discomfort and grow from challenges. I had to navigate and plan traveling by myself. It was a great opportunity to learn how to be independent and feel like an adult. I would highly recommend others to travel somewhere that makes them a little nervous and to be immersed in a culture very different than your own. I think that study abroad to Europe is very common and while it can also be a great experience, it is not uncomfortable enough. I think I will have many opportunities to visit Europe as an adult in personal travel, so I really wanted to make my study abroad experience something different and to a destination less explored.