Teach English Abroad Blog

Hey everyone! It’s been a whirlwind since I landed in Spain — full of metro mishaps, classroom chaos, and a few “wait, what day is it?”moments. So, let’s do a... keep reading

Madrid Dairies Entry 1: It’s been a little while since my last blog, but I’m back with some big news—I MADE IT TO SPAIN!! WOOHOO!! I still can’t believe I’m... keep reading

Put the "how" in housing with five tips to find an apartment in Madrid!

Let's state the obvious: packing to move abroad for a year can be very overwhelming! At the end of the day, trust the fact that whatever you bring and whatever... keep reading

So much has happened since my last blog, and I can’t wait to catch you up! I applied for my visa at the BLS office in Chicago, and after eight... keep reading

Travel, especially female solo travel, can be intimidating, but you don’t want to miss out on opportunities just because you don’t have someone to travel with. So, I have some... keep reading

Before I moved to Madrid, I read what felt like EVERY single blog on what to pack. Upon reflection, I wound up packing for an extended vacation and not for... keep reading

What’s the cost of living in Madrid? How much should I save before moving? Learn from my financial experiences so you can feel prepared for your move abroad.

How you say goodbye to Madrid is in many ways how you say hello. You walk the streets, you drink in plazas, and you realize you did something right to wind up here.

During my time living abroad in Madrid, I visited 14 countries and 24 cities. (Check out this post for my recap of all the places I visited). So, I have... keep reading

So… what is TEFL, exactly? TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language — and as of Monday, June 16th, I officially completed my 150-hour TEFL course through CIEE... keep reading

Oh wow — I did it! Last week was a huge milestone in my Spain journey: I went to the BLS office in Chicago and officially filed my visa application... keep reading

As the days in Madrid get longer and the time I have left here shorter, I’ve begun reflecting on what practical, day-to-day advice I would give to someone moving here... keep reading

I rated all the hostels I stayed in while in Europe!

A Comprehensive Budgeting Guide for English Teachers in South Korea Teaching English in South Korea has become an increasingly popular option for young people looking to travel and get some... keep reading