It's all about the ride...

mood: adventurous
music: "America" - Simon and Garfunkel
random word: palta (Spanish for “avocado.” They’re really cheap and really delicious here.)

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For those of you will be overseas at any point this year (or next), I've got a new study abroad game for you. I like to call it, “Get Lost!”

1. Get on a bus (or other local form of transportation), preferably one you’ve never been on and where you’re not quite sure where it’s going. Take note of its number or letter.
   
2. Pick out the most interesting-looking person on the bus. Take note of his/her clothing, demeanor, and belongings (without looking too creepy, of course). Don’t get off the bus until that person does.
   
3. Sit near a window, and write down everything you see along the way that makes an impression on you.
   
4. Get off the bus, look around, and get your bearings (or don’t – the game’s called “Get Lost,” isn’t it?) Find a landmark or a street sign, and give this spot a name.
   
5. Walk around for awhile, and take a picture of the coolest thing(s) you see.
   
6. Buy something. A newspaper, a postcard, a handicraft, a piece of fruit, anything that strikes your fancy.
   
7. Find your way home, however that may be.
   
8. Get on the blog, and tell us about it :)