Finish Line: Helsinki

Our travel days are winding down as we touchdown in Finland—or as Duke calls it, “The Fineland.” It’s a bit bittersweet, knowing we only have three days left as college graduate students. But we didn’t let that dampen our spirits; we were ready to explore “The Fineland.” On our first day, we headed straight to […]

She left you??!

Our journey to Skellefteå, Sweden, pronounced “she left you,” was a remarkable eye-opener. Skellefteå is not just another city in northern Sweden; it’s a hub of innovation and sustainability, leading the charge in the green transition. We started our trip by landing at Luleå Airport, followed by a scenic drive to our hotel in Piteå, […]

Dodging Runners and Dancing Queens: A Day in Stockholm

Today marks our first free day in Stockholm, and we’re all set to explore this beautiful city. Coincidentally, the Stockholm Marathon is happening today, which means many of the roads are closed. However, we won’t let that stop us. Our excitement to visit the Vasa Museum and the ABBA Museum keeps us motivated. We started […]

Linköping: Scooters, Billiards, and Academic Insights

Continuing from where we left off, our quick pit stop in Linköping turned out to be a delightful experience, even if it was brief. We enjoyed exploring the small, walkable town and appreciated the charm of Stora Torget. The night was young, and we decided to make the most of our time there. After settling […]

From Volvos to Fighter Jets

Hej everyone! Our Scandinavian adventure is off to an incredible start. We landed in Sweden on Saturday (May 26th) with excitement levels through the roof. After settling into our hotel and catching up with classmates over dinner, we tried to get some sleep. But waking up at 5 AM, we couldn’t tell if it was […]

From Chapman to Sweden… The Victory Lap

Hello, or as we say in Swedish, Hej! My name is Duke Doyle, and this marks the completion of my academic journey, my final class, or what I like to call my victory lap, before officially graduating with my MBA from Chapman University. I am thrilled about this trip, as it will be my first […]