My name is Martina and I am a Bulgarian postgraduate student in MSc Tourism Management and Marketing. One of my favourite things to do in my free time is to travel and explore new cultures and exciting new places. During my one year in Bournemouth, I had the amazing opportunity to go twice to the… Read more » about Life is not meant to be lived in one place
Summer vibes in the UK
My name is Martina and I am a Bulgarian postgraduate student in MSc Tourism Management and Marketing. I finished my classes at the end of May, but because I had to write a dissertation, I decided to stay in Bournemouth for the summer. Between, the relaxing days at the beach, the amazing English spirit of… Read more » about Summer vibes in the UK
The Dos and Don’ts of student packing
My name is Martina and I am a Bulgarian postgraduate student on the MSc Tourism management and marketing. It’s August and it’s almost time to start packing your baggage and start your adventure here at Bournemouth University so you may be wondering what do you need to bring from home? I remember I was a… Read more » about The Dos and Don’ts of student packing
Reasons for being #BUproud
My name is Martina and I am a Bulgarian postgraduate student in MSc Tourism Management and Marketing. I took the important decision to join Bournemouth University one year ago and I can honestly say it was one of the best choices I have ever made in my life. I absolutely love it here and this… Read more » about Reasons for being #BUproud
What happens in week one at BU
My name is Martina and I am a Bulgarian postgraduate student in MSc Tourism management and marketing. You might be feeling overwhelmed or even confused about your first week at Bournemouth University because everything is new and maybe you don’t know anybody here. So let me give you some tips about the exciting induction week… Read more » about What happens in week one at BU
A year of weather extremes for Bournemouth
My name is Martina Gardeva and I am a Bulgarian postgraduate studying MSc Tourism Management and Marketing. Even though the UK is famous for its bad weather full of rainy and muggy days, let me assure you here in Bournemouth this is not the case! This cute little town has plenty of sun and warm… Read more » about A year of weather extremes for Bournemouth
A glimpse of the English culture
My name is Martina Gardeva and I am a Bulgarian postgraduate in MSc Tourism Management and Marketing. Maybe you are wondering what the culture here is like here and what the biggest stereotypes about England are. Well here is my list! The Full English breakfast One of the first typical English things that pop up… Read more » about A glimpse of the English culture
A comprehensive guide to the festival scene
My name is Martina Gardeva and I am a Bulgarian postgraduate in MSc Tourism Management and Marketing. One of my favourite things to do when I explore a country is to go to different types of festivals. I enjoy the arts, culture, food and music. Here is my list of the best events around this… Read more » about A comprehensive guide to the festival scene
When writing assignments gets exciting!
My name is Martina Gardeva and I am a Bulgarian postgraduate student in MSc Tourism Management and Marketing. Writing University assignments can sometimes turns out to be extremely exciting and you get the chance to share all your creative ideas. This was the case with mysecond assignment in the eTourism unit, when we had to… Read more » about When writing assignments gets exciting!
“Shop till you drop”, but do it wisely
My name is Martina Gardeva and I am a Bulgarian postgraduate student in MSc Tourism Management and Marketing. One of your biggest expenses in Bournemouth, apart from renting a house, will be buying food and clothes. Everywhere you go you will see big signs inviting you to go into the stores and spend your money… Read more » about “Shop till you drop”, but do it wisely
Day trips in Dorset
My name is Martina Gardeva and I am a Bulgarian postgraduate student in MSc Tourism Management and Marketing. As you can guess from my degree, I simply adore travelling and exploring new places! It is an excellent way to get to know the local culture, have a fun with your friends and spend some stress-free… Read more » about Day trips in Dorset
Bournemouth’s best hidden gems
My name is Martina Gardeva and I am a Bulgarian postgraduate student in MSc Tourism Management and Marketing. In my free time, I like to try new activities and experience new things. Undoubtedly, the most popular attraction in Bournemouth is the beach, but there are so many more things you can do in this… Read more » about Bournemouth’s best hidden gems
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