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Top Moments from My Time Studying Abroad in Madrid
By: Michael Penaranda I will always treasure the life-changing experience of studying abroad in Madrid. The city will always be a memorable part of my life because of its rich... keep reading
Sevilla: After Dark
By: Rachel Higgins Camacho Hola! My name is Rachel Higgins Camacho and currently I am studying in Seville, Spain. As my semester is coming to the end, all I have... keep reading
Top 10 Greek Slang Words & Phrases
You’re about to touch down in Greece, ready for sun, study abroad, history, and enough gyros to last a lifetime – only to realize the locals are dropping words you’ve... keep reading
Happy Earth Day: Today and Every Day
Happy Earth Day! Every April 22, this global event comes around to remind us how precious our planet is, what sustainable efforts we can make to protect Earth, and that... keep reading
5 Ways to Make Friends Abroad
By: Elizabeth Gardner It can be extremely nerve-racking to make new friends while studying abroad. You likely won’t know anyone in the city you are moving to. However, I can... keep reading
What It’s Like to Study Abroad in Prague with CIEE
By: Veronica Kaplan I would be lying if I said I was not nervous to go abroad, even more so due to the fact I had never been to Prague... keep reading
Falling in Love with Kyoto
By: Diego Lara When asked where my favorite place to study abroad is, I stopped to think about my experiences. I want to think about all the memories and pros... keep reading
5 Reasons to Study Abroad in São Paulo
Need a change of pace? How about studying abroad in the largest city in the Western hemisphere? One with more than 20 million residents? It’s São Paulo – and it’s... keep reading
My Study Abroad Experience in Madrid: Living, Learning, and Exploring Europe
By Julia Garey Studying abroad is often described as one of the most transformative experiences in a student’s life, as I did when my Open Campus 2 block in Madrid... keep reading
EAT, DRINK, EXPLORE: SÃO PAULO
EAT You can’t visit São Paulo without trying feijoada, a hearty black bean stew packed with slow-cooked pork and served with rice, collard greens, and crispy farofa (toasted cassava flour)... keep reading
Fluent in Life: Lessons from Studying Abroad in Spain
By: Gabby Watts Growing up, my mom would always tell me stories about her year studying abroad in London. She raved about the experience and how much it taught her... keep reading
Why Studying Abroad in Seville Was the Best Decision I Ever Made
By: Tatia Goldberg My CIEE abroad experience is something that I would never change. I felt so acclimated and comfortable with the city and the culture. Transportation was extremely accessible... keep reading
Sevilla v. Betis: The Rivalry
By: Graham Kreppein As a study abroad student in Seville, immersing myself in the local culture has led me to one of the most fascinating aspects of life here: the... keep reading
My Top Five Cafes in Madrid
By: Gabby Goldstein As a student with very limited time here in Madrid, I love to take advantage of the various culinary opportunities this city has to offer. Above all... keep reading
My 24-hour visit to Auckland!
When most people think of visiting New Zealand, Queenstown usually tops the list. But skipping Auckland—New Zealand’s largest city with over 1.5 million people—means missing out on a whole different... keep reading