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Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025

Week 14 in Asia Pacific

Back on track with the same agenda. A new week brought fresh attractions and places to explore. With so many activities packed in, writing each blog entry flows easily. Starting with the least exciting part, work is moving along steadily. I continue completing tasks regularly. The real highlight, though, has been lunch breaks with my colleagues, who take me to a new spot almost every day. I’ve been able to try a wide variety of Asian cuisines, and this week’s standout was Vietnam’s famous dish pho, a flavorful beef noodle soup served with fresh herbs and garnishes. On Thursday, a […]

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Sunday, April 13th, 2025

Week 13 in Asia Pacific

This week moved at a slightly slower pace. The focus shifted more toward work and less on adventure, though there were still some highlights. Monday through Friday felt like one long loop: eat, sleep, work, repeat. Most of my time was spent completing the tasks assigned at my internship. Since I’m working at a real estate company, my responsibilities have mainly involved market research, data entry, and assisting with client interactions. One long-term benefit I’ll take away from this trip is learning how to cook for myself. Before this trip, my cooking skills were limited to making sandwiches and eggs. […]

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Wednesday, April 9th, 2025

Week 12 in Asia Pacific

What a roller-coaster of a week I just had! It proves the statement that tourism can be stressful at times. At the end of last week and the beginning of this past week, I spent time traveling to Phuket, Thailand. On Monday, I was supposed to travel back to Singapore via Kuala Lumpur, where I planned to spend almost a full day before flying back to Singapore later that night. The day before, I prepared all necessary documentation and checked in online for the flight, assuming everything was under control. However, when I arrived at the airport in Phuket early […]

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Monday, March 31st, 2025

Week 11 in Asia Pacific

This week, like every other so far, provided great content to write about, making my writing both easy and enjoyable. I’m confident that my writing skills will significantly improve by the end of this semester. The weekdays felt a bit monotonous, with the usual work routine, which reminded me of the kind of life I’ll lead after I graduate. However, that’s one of the many benefits of this program, beyond the invaluable educational and travel experiences, we also gain real-world work experience, especially by working abroad in different environments that push us to mature and adapt more quickly. Since I’ve […]

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Sunday, March 23rd, 2025

Week 10 in Asia Pacific

This week was all about adapting and learning how to navigate a new culture. Just as a reminder, our time in Singapore will be centered around our internship experiences, in addition to other activities. On Monday, we officially kicked off our internships. I’m working at a tech startup, primarily on the finance side of things. My supervisor and coworkers have been incredibly welcoming, and the overall atmosphere is relaxed, even though the workload isn’t exactly light. Unlike some of my peers, I wasn’t able to work from home at all this week, but honestly, it turned out to be a […]

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Tuesday, March 18th, 2025

Week 9 in Asia Pacific

It was an incredible week, filled with fun and adventure, with no serious obligations, just focusing on leisure and travel. This week was all about exploring new places and making lasting memories. We continued to discover the stunning landscapes of Northern Queensland, which left us in awe. On Monday, we set off to the waterfalls in the tropical paradise of the Atherton Tablelands, surrounded by one of the oldest rainforests in the world. The natural beauty was extraordinary, and most of us jumped into the water and went under the waterfall, it was an unforgettable experience. Tuesday took us to Hartley’s Crocodile […]

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