As a PhD student, it can be challenging to find a balance between work and your personal life. Below are a few tips from one PhD student to another that may help when deciding to do a weekend or day trip to the Aran Islands.
Tip One: Storage
Make sure that you have some sort of waterproof backpack or adequate storage for school work and/or research, if you need to bring it along with you!
Tip Two: Phone Service
There is great service on the island(s) for your cell phone, which can be great if you need to look something up or send a quick email.
Tip Three: Time to recharge
The island(s) are so peaceful that it feels like you’re in a movie! They are a great way to recharge your batteries and just listen to the relaxing waves!
Tip Four: Wifi and Work
If you need to connect to Teams or attend a meeting, parts of the island(s) have wi-fi reception! You can also find pubs/restaurants with lots of seating that may be great for sending off that last email!
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