Adonica M.

There are so many details to consider when traveling: gifts for your host family; what to bring your students, your holiday schedule, what outfits to pack; the list goes on... keep reading

Why not teach abroad through CIEE? They offer a wide range of programs throughout the world and help their participants with each step of the process, from the moment you... keep reading

Let’s talk money. We all want to travel, but our bank accounts may seem to suggest otherwise. I financed my trip by living with my parents and saving money while... keep reading

Ok, so teaching in Spain can be an invaluable experience. But you have questions! And concerns! It’s a big step to up and move to another country and work there... keep reading

My alarm sounds at 9am. I yawn and fumble to silence the overly-energetic jingle. It’s Tuesday, the beginning of my “work-week”. My host family is already at school and work... keep reading

Coming home, my house feels a little smaller. I suppose it's because I've realized just how big the world is. Traveling definitely changes your perspective on a lot of things... keep reading

It’s not always easy. Yes, there are great benefits, but there are also a lot of challenges. It’s hard to be a guest all the time. You often feel that... keep reading

Being about halfway through my second trip abroad in Spain, I have had plenty of time to reflect on my packing and weather or not it has been effective. The... keep reading

You hear a knock on the door and open it find several children covered with all-too-convincing zombie makeup staring back at you. “ Truco-o-Trato!” they shout. Don’t be alarmed, just... keep reading

“Adonica! Adonica! cómo se dice…” A sandy haired boy in the back of the class strains to put his hand up as high as he can. I hurry to his... keep reading