Teach Abroad Blog

In August of 2018, I left my comfortable life in America behind for a year of teaching English in Spain. I had no idea if my adventure would be everything...keep reading

I love coffee, and when it’s included with a unique ambiance and delicious treats the coffee tastes even better! After a couple visits to Bangkok I noticed some places we...keep reading

If you are staying in or near Bangkok, I would recommend this urban oasis! AND, it’s on the cheaper side! Which is always a plus. A friend recommended this trip...keep reading

The beginning of December did not start very well for me. I got a severe stomach bug that lasted for over two weeks, and I was homesick at the same...keep reading

Apparently I’m sticking with this “take three weeks to write a new post” plan. Except, this one is less inspiring and exciting and more depressingly informational. Have you ever feared...keep reading

Congratulations-- you have received your school placement for the Teach in Spain CIEE Program based in Madrid! Now, you need to decide if you would like to live close to...keep reading

When I am asked “how long is your commute to school?” and I respond “an hour and a half.” Everyone’s immediate reaction is amusing to me. “What?! (they gasp) Your...keep reading

Segovia is only 1 ½ hours from Madrid by bus (starting at 8 euros round trip ) and is a magical fairytale-esk town. If you do a quick google search,...keep reading

Finally, after three weeks of living in Thailand I find the time to write my first blog. This should come as a good sign it took me three weeks to...keep reading

Are you interested in being a language and culture assistant in Spain? Have you read the job description and thought, “...what does this even mean??” Unfortunately, no one can really...keep reading