This post is inspired by the Daily Post: Ascend MikesBikes is a business simulation program that links business concepts and theories into real-life business management. Students are engaged into running their own companies and compete with other teams or individuals within university or universities world-wide. Over the summer vacation, I was invited to participate in... Continue Reading →
iTravel NZ: A Day Trip to Hobbiton!
It's a Hobbiton Day! People have been buzzing about 'Hobbiton' when they heard I'd be going to New Zealand. Honestly, I am not really a big fan of Lord of the Rings trilogy or Hobbiton series BUT because a dear friend, who is a big fan is going to visit New Zealand soon I became... Continue Reading →
iTravel NZ: Paragliding in Queenstown
Queenstown is well-known for extreme activities (i.e. bungy jumping, sky diving, hang gliding, paragliding, etc). I have chosen to try paragliding this summer and I will never regret it. My friend and I booked from GForce few days before the trip and we were able to get discount. This activity is weather dependent and it... Continue Reading →
Volunteering: Christmas Parade in Auckland
Christmas in New Zealand is incredible. To kick off the festive season, a parade is usually organised every year where amazing floats, inflatables, and entertainment groups galore are showcased in late November to early December. There are two things you can do when in Auckland during this time of the year. You can either be... Continue Reading →
iTravel NZ: Tranquility at Mt. Eden!
One of the most iconic places in New Zealand is Mt. Eden. It is located approximately 4 kilometers from Auckland CBD (15-20 minutes). It is the most prominent volcanic cones in the region which erupted about 15,000 years ago from three overlapping scoria cones. It formed a huge scoria mound with a central crater from... Continue Reading →
Reflection: Life at the Business School
The board meeting is over. So, what now? Ten weeks have passed and I still could not contain how fast that was! I took three subjects for my first quarter and it was not easy. In fact, I have had the best time and the worst time. But I cannot discount the fact that I... Continue Reading →
iTravel NZ: Welcome Spring at Cornwall Park (One Tree Hill)
There are some things in life that fill your heart even without trying--pets, flowers, and cherry blossoms. After a tedious week, students also need to take a time off. Carley and I decided to go to Cornwall Park to grab some fresh air to rejuvenate and these are what we randomly found: With just 15-20... Continue Reading →
iTravel NZ: Spring in Auckland Domain
Spring is here! It's been a month since I arrived in New Zealand. Time flies fast! The Uni has kept me busy with school stuff almost every day. Missing home, I keep consoling myself that I should take courage and be strong. As I looked outside the University of Auckland Business School's Owen Glen G.... Continue Reading →
NZAS #6: 12 Things To Keep In Mind Before And Upon Arrival To New Zealand
Kia Ora! It's been a week since I arrived in New Zealand. It still feels like a dream but this is it. The long wait, the long queue, and the long air travel were all worth it. I am now officially starting my new journey here. So where do we start from here? 1. Make... Continue Reading →
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