A New Adventure Awaits in Cork, Ireland

A New Adventure Awaits in Cork, Ireland
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A new adventure begins as I find myself traveling once more, this time to the charming city of Cork, Ireland, for a three-week escapade. But this journey comes with a twist: I’ll be attending the Cork English College to study economics. By the end of this trip, I hope to earn a certificate in the basics of business economics, specifically focusing on how to manage a business.

Today marks my first day in Cork, and traveling with my class turned out to be less challenging than I anticipated. However, as one might expect, the journey wasn’t entirely smooth sailing. For starters, I must confess, flying is not my favorite activity. The cramped spaces, the turbulence, and the whole idea of being miles up in the sky don’t sit well with me. But, with some deep breaths and a bit of self-pep talk, I managed to get through the flight unscathed.

Upon landing in Cork, I was picked up by my host family and driven to their home. This is where the real adventure began. Stepping into their house, I was greeted by a peculiar smell that immediately set my nerves on edge. Things only got worse from there. Every room I was shown seemed to be in desperate need of a deep clean. The bedroom and bathroom were particularly horrifying – the shower looked like it hadn’t seen a scrub in a long while, and the bed... well, let's just say it had seen better days.

After a few frantic phone calls and a mini nervous breakdown, I managed to secure a hotel room until the college could arrange a new place for me to stay. Crisis averted, I checked into my temporary home, reveling in the cleanliness and comfort that the hotel provided.

Despite the rocky start, I’m optimistic about my time here in Cork. The city has a lot to offer, and I’m excited to explore its vibrant culture, historical landmarks, and, of course, its culinary delights. Plus, I’ll be diving into my economics studies, which should be quite interesting.