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Horseback Riding in Madrid

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Shafa Abbas Madrid offers an abundance of amazing experiences—iconic activities like visiting the Museo del Prado or strolling through El Retiro Park. But for me, the most unforgettable thing... keep reading

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Why It's Never Too Late to Study Abroad: My Experience in Madrid

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Sydnee Neitzel As I reached the final semester of my college career, I was faced with a decision I had always dreamed of: studying abroad. But, despite years of... keep reading

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Cultural Immersion in Madrid

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Tia Tewari Ever since I learned about studying abroad, I knew I wanted to do it; being able to fully immerse myself into a new culture seemed like an... keep reading

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The Ultimate Guide to Your Study Abroad Packing List (10 Essential Items!)

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

@cieestudyabroad Pack your bags! It’s almost time for your study abroad adventure #cieestudyabroad #studyabroad #internationalstudent #packing #packinglist #packingessentials #studyabroadtips #greenscreen love triangles - Happy Trees Packing your life into a... keep reading

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10 Best Cafes in Barcelona

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Tara Shadravan I’ve been living in Barcelona for my fourth month now—I know because my 90 day metro pass just expired. I have established my favorite park, mastered the... keep reading

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Day Trip to the Alhambra

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: LiSha Powell Hi! My name is LiSha, and I studied abroad with CIEE during the fall 2024 semester in Seville, Spain. There were countless highlights during the trip, but... keep reading

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My Adventures in Madrid

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Anthony Saidenberg Where to begin. What an adventure. Studying abroad was everything I had dreamed of and more. I had been looking forward to studying abroad since my freshman... keep reading

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8 Tips to Calm Your Study Abroad Nerves

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Meghan Stevens As a girl who came abroad thinking she could conquer the world and be “miss independent” without missing home that much, I quickly came to learn that... keep reading

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The Gift of the Homestay: The People Make the Place

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Cate Cannon Hi! My name is Cate Cannon, and I am currently studying abroad for the Fall 2024 semester in Sevilla, Spain. I chose this location because of the... keep reading

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2 Pieces of Advice for Studying Abroad

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Claire Jacobson When people say studying abroad is the best part of college you have to believe them. As an engineering major, it always seemed like a little bit... keep reading

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Importance of Saving Money while Studying Abroad

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Tawfiq Rawnak The Importance of Knowledgeable Spending Expenses are something that aren’t new when being abroad. In fact, many students actually tend to overspend when being in an abroad... keep reading

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Chup Chup

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Natalie Manzo Since being in Spain, I have found that life is a lot slower here than in the US. Don’t get me wrong, a lot of my experience... keep reading

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Exploring Cádiz, Ronda, and Córdoba

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Rebecca Bollich Exploring the stunning cities of Cádiz, Ronda, and Córdoba on day trips with CIEE has been one of the highlights of my study abroad experience. These excursions... keep reading

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Semester in Seville, the Realities of a Gift of a Lifetime

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Caroline Parker Hello readers! My name is Caroline Parker, and I was a Liberal Arts for the semester with CIEE Sevilla. Studying abroad in Sevilla has truly been a... keep reading

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The Top 10 Best Places to Study Abroad for College Students

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

@cieestudyabroad Top 10 Best Places to Study Abroad for College Students #cieestudyabroad #studyabroad #wheretostudyabroad #studyabroadprograms #howtostudyabroad #collegestudyabroad #collegestudent #greenscreen Caramel Latte - Prod. By Rose Have you ever wondered, "Where... keep reading