I have felt the homesickness, the first flutters of regret, and then excitement.
Let me tell you darlings then, how to prepare for this exciting adventure.
Firstly, you must learn how to pack light. If you are travelling from one country to another by yourself, you cannot afford to bring more than a suitcase.
It'll bite you in the ass on your way back too, when you have more belongings.
My method is: bring 3xTrousers, 5xTops, 2xJumpers, 2xSummer/Going out tops, 3xDresses (or for guys, smart shirts), 2xPJs, lots of clean underwear, 1xshorts, 1xJacket.
Some may call that excessive, and others may find it lacking. There will be clothes shops there, so chill.
Secondly, do not spend too much time missing home.
Yes it's hard, and yes it's natural but you'll miss out on all the fun things if you mope around and keeping talking about your cat Baxter.
Thirdly, go to every single social event you can find. It's kind of like freshers again, where the people you meet at first may not be your best friends after all.
On that note, don't go out of your way to only hang out with people from your country, or people who also speak your language as a mother tongue. It'll be no different that studying at home.
Lastly, try and get some non-exchange student friends, or some befriend some local students. They will know all the best bars, cafes, and places to see. They'll also know how everything works around there and can help you out.
I hope these helped, have lots of fun and make some memories you sexy bastards.
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