Bah I've been slacking but I actually just haven't had time to do anything lately. Classes finished up and I just got back from Greece (post to come!) and I leave for Brussels tomorrow (at this rate, look for a post in a month or so...). The first weekend in January, I traveled to Edinburgh, Scotland. I didn't really have many expectations but was excited to just walk around and explore.
Walk around we did. I've never encountered so many steep hills, but it was completely worth it. After strolling down The Royal Mile, my roomie and I took a tour of Edinburgh's Underground City. It was a history lesson/ghost and spirit visit that I can safely state that I will probably never encounter again. The first evening was spent checking out the National Gallery (some interesting things, but not very unique in my opinion), climbing Calton Hill with its absolutely incredible views, and consuming a brick-sized portion of lasagna for dinner. We checked out a 5 story club called Espionage that evening, and I must say that I'm still surprised at the amount of "American" music that is played here. I suppose in the grand scheme of things the artists from home are really global, but I was kind of hoping to investigate some new music.
The next day, we walked to Edinburgh Castle and spent the afternoon at Holyrood House. It was a little odd knowing that I was in the Queen's place of residence, but I guess I thank her for having me. Everything proved to be such a unique experience and a breath of fresh air (literally), although I can't say it was my first time eating that much lasagna...Oh, and despite the title I did not eat haggis (WAY too afraid)
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