Halfway there...

As you may have already learned from the first post, I already have a bit of experience when it comes to living in France. As Jander and I have reached halfway towards the end of the program (since we've stayed for both sessions), we see the bittersweetness of those who have to leave. I say bittersweetness because they're sad to leave, but happy that the end of their trip will be spent in Paris. The newcomers first experience to France consisted of visiting the loire valley and spending time in paris. They were very exited about it as it was quite the introduction to France for them.

      We spent a couple days in the Loire valley and also spent some time in paris as I've mentioned before. The main thing we did was obviously tour around to the well known places. Better keep those phones and cameras charged because YOU. WILL. NEED. THEM.

Take a small notebook and a writing utensil to take notes for certain areas. Depending on your course, you will have to give a brief explanation on a certain building, castle, museum, etc. I'll give you guys a tip, look for FAQ's because there will be somebody in the group who will be curious enough to ask them. Also look for fun facts! It's always interesting to know some random fun facts!

   To some, the week in the Loire Valley and Paris will be the final week of their french excursion, to others it will be just the beginning, and to others it's just the middle. It doesn't matter if it'll be the beginning, the middle, or the end of your french excursion with UVU, because a week in the Loire Valley and Paris is definitely a wonderful experience and a good way to start off or end your trip. It's a great time to spend with your classmates!