Teach English Abroad Blog
Who Runs the World? Pharaohs.
Running the Pyramids Half Marathon in Cairo, Egypt Egypt and a half marathon? Let’s run it back—literally. I had the opportunity to travel to Cairo, Egypt, to run the annual... keep reading
Copenhagen Cosplays the North Pole
A Winter Weekend Guide If you’re searching for the perfect winter weekend getaway while studying abroad, Copenhagen deserves a spot at the top of your list. While the city is... keep reading
Let’s Moroccan Roll
A 4-Day Morocco Getaway from Madrid Morocco has become an increasingly popular destination for students studying and working abroad, and after spending four days there, it’s easy to see why... keep reading
Teaching in Thailand: Expecting the Unexpected and Redefining Productivity
One of the most magical (and, at times, frustrating) things about being an English teacher in Thailand is how chaotic and spontaneous everything is. Before I arrived, I had so... keep reading
Unexpected Things I Wish I Knew Before Moving to Thailand: The Ultimate Guide to Living in Thailand
I'm sure you've read enough big-picture descriptions of daily life as an American expat living in Thailand. Now, indulge in some of the quirks and seemingly small idiosyncrasies that define daily life here, based on my personal experience living right outside of Bangkok.
Progress Journal #1
This is the first post of a journal of my development as a teacher during my time with CIEE
A Day in My Life Teaching Kindergarten
Before moving overseas, one question that constantly circled my mind was: What will my everyday life look like? I had lots of ideas, but I quickly realized it's impossible to... keep reading
An Unexpected Yet Required Skill When Moving Abroad
Considering living abroad? Read on to see if you have what it takes!
365 Days
It was 54° on a Monday, that time of day when the sun is starting to prepare for bed, when I flipped my phone over and saw an email with... keep reading
Halfway There: Winter Break Reset
We finally made it to winter break — and let’s be honest, we all saw this one coming from miles away. These past few months have been a whirlwind of... keep reading
An American in Spain: Thanksgiving Edition
Where to find ingredients in Madrid for a classic Thanksgiving dinner!
A Long Overdue Update from Spain
Long time no blog! I’m so sorry for the radio silence. Life has been life-ing lately — school started, presentations and lesson planning kicked in, I got sick (more than... keep reading
A Week of Eats in Madrid
Episode 3 (8 Must-Try Spots for Sweet Treats & Café Lovers) Exploring Madrid’s food scene has quickly become one of my favorite parts of studying abroad. The city is full... keep reading
The Three Sisters' Guide to a Perfect Weekend in Scotland
This past weekend, I had the chance to travel with two of my oldest and closest friends. The two of them are cousins, and we've spent summers together on the... keep reading
Meet the Blogger: Sara
Buenas! My name is Sara and I am so excited to be a part of CIEE’s Teach English in Spain program this academic year. About Me I was born and... keep reading