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Week 1 in Alicante: New Places and New Faces!
The following blog was written by a student intern on a Summer 2026 CIEE high school summer abroad program. Read on for a first-hand account of what it's like on... keep reading
¡Hola, Madrid! Excitement, Courage, and Big Changes for High School Students
The following blog was written by a student intern on a Summer 2026 CIEE high school summer abroad program. Read on for an interview of a current student participant studying... keep reading
Exploring Mayan Ruins While Studying Abroad in Yucatán: A Journey to Uxmal
The following blog was written by a student intern on a Summer 2025 CIEE high school summer abroad program. Read on for a first-hand account of what it's like on... keep reading
Beyond the Colosseum: Exploring Rome’s Best Hidden Historic Sites as a Teen
The following blog was written by a student intern on a Summer 2025 CIEE high school summer abroad program. Read on for some excellent "boots on the ground" tips on... keep reading
Dancing with the Stars: Learning Flamenco in Spain Edition
The following blog was written by a student intern on a Summer 2025 CIEE high school summer abroad program. Read on for a first-hand account of what it's like on... keep reading
Reflecting on Tokyo: An Interview with Two High Schoolers
Before Session 2 of HSSA's Anime & Manga 2025 summer program came to a close, two students were interviewed to learn about their reflections from their experiences in Tokyo. Having... keep reading
Meet the Educators Leading CIEE's 2026 High School Summer Abroad Programs
Founded in 2015, the CIEE Global Navigator Movement is transforming secondary education by making academically-aligned study abroad an integral part of the U.S. high school experience. CIEE high school summer... keep reading
How to Capture the Best Group Photos with Friends in Florence
This blog was written by a student intern on one of CIEE's high school summer abroad programs in 2025. Photos are hands down, the best souvenir. They’re free, they don’t... keep reading
How a Month in Buenos Aires Changed the Way Students Live at Home
There are countless differences between Argentina and the United States, not the least of which is that here on the Latin American side, it’s winter in July. During one of... keep reading
An Overnight Trip to Samsø Denmark’s Energy Island
This blog was written by a student intern on a CIEE High School Summer Abroad program in 2025. You can find more information about the author at the end of... keep reading
Your First Days in Toulouse, France as a CIEE Global Navigator
There are a wide range of emotions involved when one suddenly finds themselves in Toulouse as a high school student for the summer. There are numerous moments of laughs, some... keep reading
Shokuhin Sampling: Japanese Food Displays
Every summer, language and culture students learn the intricate art of Shokuhin, or Japanese food sampling! Read on for a first-hand account from a student intern on program in summer... keep reading
Paint, Plate, Perform: A Creative Week in Barcelona
The second week in Barcelona has certainly been a time to remember, as the activities were rooted in Spanish and Catalonian culture. The students were split into four groups and... keep reading
Maximizing Your Free Time as a High School Student in Madrid
Hola, future adventurers! You've landed in Madrid, and the city is buzzing with summer energy. Beyond your classes and amazing CIEE excursions, you'll have some free time. This isn't just... keep reading
Make an Impact This Summer - Community Service & Leadership Programs for High School Students
If you’re dreaming about studying abroad this summer but want to give back in a meaningful way, you don’t have to choose one or the other. CIEE’s Leadership & Service... keep reading