The skies were appropriately blue, clear, and inviting in Seattle as our group assembled at the airport to begin our journey to new lands and historical times! Despite a one-hour delay, spirits were high in anticipation of in-flight entertainment and all the gastronomic delights British Airways might offer (verdict: believe the hype about sticky toffee pudding!).

The blue skies followed us all the way to London, and helped carry our jet-lagged but happy selves to our new home in Highbury, where a well-earned plate of fish and chips (and one or two pints of British beer) at our new local pub awaited. Tomorrow, we shake hands with Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and the Tower! It’s only the beginning…

Join PLU’s HIST 332: Tudor England J-Term 2019 class as we embark on our great adventure back in time and across the globe! Check back regularly for updates as our students share their thoughts and impressions of our study away experience.