Anyone following the blog for a while knows that I used a program called Panrimo for Iceland. It was an easy to use program that set me up for a successful internship and trip. While you guys know about the Reykjavik, Iceland opportunities, there are a lot of other fun trips to go on. Credits to the Panrimo Website.
*All these programs provide internships for Biomedical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Environmental and Ecological Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Movement Science, and Physics. I will be focusing on what you can do while traveling to the different countries offered in this post.
Copenhagen, Denmark
Excursions Include:
- Lego Land: Gaze in amazement at the 1:20 scale replicas of world landmarks in Mini Land, go on rollercoasters in Adventure Land, or have fun exploring the newest area, Ninjago World. You can easily spend the whole day at LegoLand, the largest tourist attraction in Denmark outside of Copenhagen, and even better, it's located right next to the original Lego factory.
- Carlsberg Tour: Visit the site where Carlsberg Beer began. At Jacobsen Brewery, you'll learn about the brewing process and get to taste four different types of beers. Visit the gardens, and explore the Carlsberg city area, and don't miss out on seeing the largest collection of beer bottles in the world.
- Tivoli Gardens: Take a trip to the unique Tivoli Gardens, an amusement park and collection of gardens in Copenhagen, located just a few minutes' walk away from City Hall. While you're there, take in northern Europe's longest saltwater aquarium, visit the Chinese bamboo forest, take a ride on one of the world's oldest wooden roller coasters, and enjoy being in a space that Hans Christian Andersen and Walt Disney visited and loved.
- Malmo, Sweden: Connected to Copenhagen by the Öresund bridge, this third largest city in Sweden is perfect for a day trip. Explore the Malmo Museums located in the renaissance Malmohus Castle, go shopping in the large Emporia shopping mall, or try out the open-air public baths and saunas on Ribersborg beach.
Dublin, Ireland
Excursions Include:
- Glendalough: This peaceful glacial valley in County Wicklow is home to the monastic village of Glendalough, an ancient religious society founded by Saint Kevin. Enjoy the beauty of the surrounding national park or absorb the storied-history on this Panrimo excursion.
- Guinness Storehouse: Dublin is Ireland's largest city, full of humor and history. And what better place to learn about Irish history than the Guinness Storehouse? After learning about the brewing process, the development of the brand, and the legacy be sure to have a pint!
- Belfast, Northern Ireland: From Neolithic stones to St. Patrick to the Titanic, Northern Ireland is part of the United Kingdom that you can't miss. Visit the capital city of Belfast and see the River Lagan. Then grab your camera and head an hour north to the famous Glens of Antrim. This picturesque countryside might even make you believe in leprechauns and fairies!
- Trinity College: On your excursion to Trinity College you will see the Book of Kells, created around 800AD by Columban monks, this gloriously illustrated book is a collection of the Christian Gospels intricately illuminated and preserved. You will also go to The Old Library. It’s a magnificent building, home to many rare texts, that dominates the campus and is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Ireland.
Edinburgh, Scotland
Excursions Include:
- Glasgow: The largest city in Scotland, Glasgow culture is a charming mix of bohemian lifestyle and ancient Scottish traditions. Visit the Gallery of Modern Art and the Glasgow Cathedral before heading out for some shopping.
- Edinburgh Castle: This ancient castle, which rises high over the streets of Edinburgh, is a reminder of the city's powerful past and violent history. As one of the mightiest military strongholds in Scotland, the castle has seen many battles and sieges, perhaps most notably during the Scottish Wars for Independence.
- Scotch Distillery Tour: Take a journey into the ancient tradition of Scottish whiskey brewing with a visit to the famous. Glenkinchie Distillery. Located in Pencaitland, you'll tour the operations and taste scotch straight from the barrel. This is truly the flavor of the country.
- Literary Pub Tour: In this city that has been home to so many influential writers and thinkers, it should come as no surprise that there is a plethora of pubs, inns and hideaways where these aforementioned scribes went for "inspiration". Join a guided tour through some of the most prominent, and enjoy a pint or two.
London, England
Excursions Include:
- Canterbury: Tour both the cathedral and the Heritage Museum, which gives a fascinating glimpse into the Middle Ages. Enjoy a traditional Kentish lunch of fresh fish and mash before spending the afternoon punting along the Stour River.
- Phantom of the Opera: Winner of three Lawrence awards, and seven Tony awards, this long- running Andrew Lloyd Webber musical is the essential West End experience. Dress up for an evening out with your Panrimo coordinator and friends!
- Harry Potter Tour: Gryffindor or Hufflepuff? On this wizarding tour you'll get to experience the magic of the Harry Potter movies. The tour takes place next to the studio where the movies were made, and you'll get to see two soundstages, along with original sets, and even some special effects. See all the details of pieces like Privet Drive and the Knights Bus up close.
- Buckingham Palace Tour: Buckingham Palace is on of the only few working royal palaces still remaining. Go inside the London residence of Her Majesty The Queen and one of the most iconic buildings in London and see the inner workings!
All programs are guaranteed 100% chance of placement upon acceptance and plenty of guidance along the way. I was very happy with this program and would recommend it to anyone going into STEM occupations!
x Emma
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