On June 2 after a busy first two weeks in the US, seven of the CCIP (www.fusia.net) exchange visitors took a break and went to enjoy a big adventure at Six Flags Great Adventure over the weekend. The must-visit amusement park has been up and running in New Jersey since 1977 and is famous worldwide for its enormous roller coasters.

With over 18 thrill rides, including the renowned El Toro, Six Flags is a noisy, fun, one-of-a-kind experience. Ice Cheung, activity coordinator from the University of Hong Kong, was enjoying herself. “The wild rides were as exciting as getting to New York City,” Ice added. “It’s nice to relax a bit after just getting started with your internship."

Attending Broadway Shows, marching in parades, and viewing art at MoMA lets interns experience the cultural life of New York and achieve a solid work-life balance during their brief seven-week stay in New York City. But a visit to Six Flags let them take in the lighter side of life in the US: popular entertainment and nonstop cheer.

Rocky Kwong is another activity coordinator from the College of Business of the City University of Hong Kong, now interning at Calligaris. Rocky also had a blast leading the interns to the amusement park. “The park is so huge -- not like any other parks I have ever been to,” he exclaimed. “How great it is to finally come to Six Flags and get a taste of fun American-style!"