Teach English Abroad Blog
Hot Take: “Culture Shock” in Thailand
TLDR; if you approach new cultures with a curious and open mind, nothing will be shocking :)
A Weekend in Seoul—A Look Inside CIEE’s Weekend Retreat!
CIEE’s Weekend Retreat is one of the many benefits of CIEE’s Teach in South Korea programs! A weekend where teachers meet in Seoul and have the chance to make friends... keep reading
Is it Possible to Live off of 1000 Euros a Month? (with a Spending Chart)
After 7 months of living in Madrid, I have finally learned how to manage my money. I also learned that it IS possible to live off of your teaching stipend... keep reading
What Do You Really Need to Take from Home? — Most and Least Essential Items
Before moving to Spain I was really concerned about what items I needed to purchase or take from home to live a comfortable life in Europe. I knew that one... keep reading
From Six Months to a Year: 10 Reasons Why I'm Saying "Yes" to Another Semester
Today marks the day I have officially signed my contract to continue teaching in Thailand for another six months! Come May, I will return to Maryvit School Pattaya to continue... keep reading
Benefits of Choosing to Teach Abroad in South Korea
For those who are interested in Korea, teaching here is a unique opportunity for personal growth through immersion in a new culture and its people. Outside of the cultural aspects... keep reading
A School Day in the Life of an Auxiliar de Conversación (Madrid)
I read the news today, oh boy… Just kidding, this isn’t a Beatles song. It’s a post about a day in the life as an auxiliar de conversación in Madrid... keep reading
Getting Started in Spain
Moving to another country can give you so much to think about that it’s hard to know where to begin. Nevertheless, you move to Spain one step at a time... keep reading
bienvenidos y welcome
Hello to all who have ventured into a very amateur but very enthusiastic blog:)) Although I've been planning different blogs for a little while now, actually posting them has taken... keep reading
CIEE Korea Spotlight: Aric P.
Aric is a CIEE alum who has taught in CIEE’s Teach in South Korea and Teach in Thailand programs. Read about Aric’s experience in South Korea: Where were you placed... keep reading
Can You Ethically See Elephants in Thailand?
One of my most embarrassing moments in Thailand occurred at the beginning of my time here. At orientation, when people would ask what my goals are while in Thailand, I... keep reading
How Living Abroad in Spain Brings Personal Growth
Traveling to Spain for the first time with CIEE has truly been an experience of a lifetime. Besides it's stunning architecture, vibrant culture, and historical heritage, you can gain something very valuable from this country. In hindsight, living in Madrid can contribute to your personal growth. Among the many benefits of living abroad, you begin to see that you are becoming more self-reliant, make friends from all over the world and are suddenly comfortable in taking risks.
CIEE: Top trips to go when teaching aboard
The best thing to look forward to when a long weekend or break comes up when teaching aboard is the opportunity to travel around, discover new places, and have fun. There are different types of trips to take when teaching aboard. You can take one for a weekend getaway, one for just a day, or one to another country.
Skyler B. Introduction
I'm Skyler, I'm 23 years old, and I have been living in Spain for six months. I’m thoughtful, easygoing, and adventurous, and I’m excited to bring you on my post-collegiate journey abroad!
Gamcheon, the town of and for modeling your friends
Considering making your way to Gamcheon? Get there early to beat the crowd and get lost quickly to take some of the best photos of your time in Korea. The little town by the water is a great stop to make for any weekend trip to Busan.