gap year abroad in dominican republic and spain for U.S high school graduates

Learn the merengue in Santiago, Dominican Republic… Kick off the CIEE Gap Year Abroad Duo program in the Dominican Republic, the first permanent European settlement in the Americas and the centerpiece of the Hispanic Caribbean. Live, study, and volunteer in Santiago, the second largest city in the country. It's in the island's heartland, the fertile Cibao, where you will learn the Dominican culture manifestations and traditions.

To learn more, visit our Dominican Republic Gap Year Program page.

And the flamenco in Seville, Spain… After spending the first semester in the Dominican Republic, you will hop across the pond to Seville, Spain for four months of Spanish language immersion and meaningful volunteer opportunities! Meet the roots of Spanish culture living with a host family, continue your studies in the Spanish language and work as a volunteer.

It is said that Seville's finest art is its joy. Andalucía's capital and biggest city inspired the sultry Carmen, the legendary Don Juan, and the ingenious Figaro. It is the home of flamenco and bullfighting. It gave the world the great Renaissance painters Velásquez and Murillo. The concept of tapas was invented here, and delicious food and drink are synonymous with its name. Passion and inspiration are words that define it.

To learn more, visit our Spain Gap Year Program page.

what will your story be in the dominican republic and spain?

In Santiago, observe how the colorful parades and extravagant fiestas make the festival of Carnaval famous throughout the country. In Seville, tempt your taste buds with endless tapas and indulge in amazing cultural activities such as festivals and flamenco. You'll take language classes at a local international study center four to five days a week, while immersing yourself in the local community.

 

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