University of London

Our flat was located in Notting Hill and was in the most amazing location. It was really close to the Notting Hill Gate tube station and was close to many restaurants and pubs. Not only that, but the street our flat was located on was gorgeous. I was in awe living there. It was so surreal. The inside of the flat was large and there was alot of living space. I shared a room with two other girls and about 35 guys and girls lived in the flat. It was a wonderful experience and I would not choose to do the same thing again.

You have more choice over who you live with.

Now that I know my way around it would be nicer to have my own place and be more independent.

English families, from my experience are not as "inviting" as I had hoped for. I understand that the English are more formal, but they weren't as friendly as I would have liked. I'm an outgoing and somewhat "open" personality. They were a great family, just not very relaxed.

living in a youth hostel for 3 months, is a very exhautive experience

We could experience the country/travel on our own. We were able to come and go as we please, yet had enough support from the company/university we studied at so we didn't feel completely alone.