Okay so yes—college on a ship is a real thing, and this video is my embarkation day vlog for Semester at Sea (Fall 2025). I’m basically taking you through the “holy crap this is happening” moment of actually getting on the ship, what the day feels like, and the kind of chaos/excitement that comes with starting a floating semester that’s set to hit 3 continents and 11 countries. It’s that mix of nerves, adrenaline, and me trying to keep my life together while also being ridiculously hyped. I talk about what Semester at Sea is in the simplest way: you live on a ship, you take classes, and then you go explore the world in between ports. This vlog is very much the start of the adventure—embarkation vibes, travel-energy, and the big-picture reality check that I’m about to spend a semester traveling nonstop. If you’re curious about how you even begin something like this (or you just want to come along for the ride), this is the kickoff.