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HELLO, Erasmus generation! ✊
I would like to inform you that we have published a new interview in the series ❝ My language learning journey. ❞ We had a chat with Laura Müllner, a Viennese student who spent a semester in Vigo, in the beautiful northwestern region of Galicia.
Below, I'm sharing a snippet of the interview, which is in English, to encourage you to read it ⏬.
What is the one thing you liked most about Vigo? And is there something people should know before coming to the city?
❝ Apart from the friendly people, I loved the coastline and the sea. The sunsets there are amazing. I would often go to watch them. As for what to know before visiting Vigo, I'd say just go with the flow and experience it for yourself. ❞
What would you say to someone who's going to Spain and is a bit worried about not speaking the language?
❝ I can understand. I was nervous too, of course. But the Spanish people are really helpful. If they see that you don't understand, they'll repeat it or try to explain in another way. Maybe they don't speak English, at least not in Vigo, but they still make an effort to help you. So, it will be okay. ❞
Any tips to make the most of a mobility programme?
❝ I think if there's an Erasmus network in the city, and they have welcome days or welcome weeks, just join them as much as possible, so you can get to know people. It's one of the easiest ways to make friends. Look out for ESN. They also offer the opportunity to get a buddy, someone who helps you before you arrive, which is also very nice. ❞
Have you faced any challenges, and how did you deal with them?
❝ I had a problem with my flat for a short time. I couldn't see the flat before I arrived, so when I got there, it was full of mould because it had been raining a lot. It was very humid in my room, and I couldn't sleep there. Fortunately, within a day I found a new flat, which was a relief. I spoke to another Erasmus girl in my class, and she had an available room in her apartment. She is now my best friend. ❞
If you want to read the full interview, CLICK HERE❗Thanks heaps for your availability, Laura :-)
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ADIÓÓÓÓÓÓS :-)
Bernat, OLS Community Manager – Spanish