On the way - Constanța to Belgrade – Ardeleanu Arina
-Truth or dare?
-Dare
-Spend 15 hours with 21 strangers on a bus heading to a completely different country.
-Bet.
We embarked on our journey to Belgrade, with all our trust in our teachers and drivers. We had no idea what to expect from this experience or which circumstances we would find ourselves in.
As the hours passed, our surroundings changed - we saw everything from farmlands to skyscrapers, from countrysides to busy cities, from sunrises to sunsets. It was enjoyable and relaxing to look out the window and take in the view, while listening to music. Personally, my favourite part, by far, was driving along the mountains of Serbia, being able to capture some fantastic pictures.
On such a long road trip, you must stop a few times along the way. A 10-minute break from being stuck in the same seat, once every 4-5 hours, made a big difference. After we would reset, stretch, get some fresh air, and find new snacks, we hopped back on the bus to continue our mission.
For most of us, it was the first time meeting each other. However, what started out as a quiet ride quickly turned into an open conversation. We began to get comfortable, finding common interests, swapping stories, sharing food, and telling jokes. We got on the bus as strangers and left as teammates, ready to explore the numerous cities we were about to step foot in.
Unfortunately, that evening, after we arrived in Belgrade, we only walked through a small part of the city before our lack of sleep got the best of us, putting a stop to a very long day. However, no need to worry, we picked up right where we left of, the following morning. Altogether, it was an interesting way to start our Erasmus+ Project experience.
You’re next, Slovenia.
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