Teach English Abroad Blog

Your Guide to Portugal’s Hidden Surf Town Hello! I recently had the opportunity to spend a long weekend in Ericeira, Portugal. This charming town isn’t typically one of the main... keep reading

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

Teaching in Madrid as an Auxiliar de Conversación has been both exciting and eye-opening. From navigating paperwork and housing to adjusting to a new school system and culture, every step has been a lesson in patience and growth. The relaxed atmosphere, curious students, and welcoming teachers have made the transition rewarding — a true reminder to enjoy the journey and embrace new experiences with an open heart.

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

Just when you think you’ve planned enough, there’s always something that unexpectedly comes up. This is a three-part blog – here’s the third thing that caught me by surprise with my move to Spain that can help you prepare for yours.

Just when you think you’ve planned enough, there’s always something that unexpectedly comes up. This is a three-part blog – here’s the second thing that caught me by surprise with my move to Spain that can help you prepare for yours.

Four Strategies to Keep in Touch with Your People Around the World!

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

Just when you think you’ve planned enough, there’s always something that unexpectedly comes up. This is a three-part blog – here’s the first thing that caught me by surprise with my move to Spain that can help you prepare for yours.

Since we don't start teaching until October 1st and my mom is semi-retired, she came to visit for a week and a half before life gets hectic! She had such... keep reading

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

Spanish Visa Process 🤝Murphy’s law. There’s only one rule to having a smooth visa appointment: expect the unexpected. In this post, I’ll share my experience applying for my Spanish visa and 5 tips to help you have a stress-free(ish) time obtaining yours.

I wasn’t a teacher before teaching in Madrid. In fact, a lot of us weren’t. If you haven’t taught before, here’s exactly why you should do it abroad.

Got on the bus going the wrong way at 3:13am How to avoid making this mistake: check which way the bus is going Went on to miss the connecting bus... 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