Teach Abroad Blog

The ability to live in a foreign environment alone to "find yourself" has been glorified for years, especially as it pertains to American media. For as long as I can...keep reading

Shopping in a Spanish supermarket (or supermercado) is a feast for the senses! Smelling fresh seafood, picking up a warm baguette, admiring the beautiful colors of fruits and vegetables…it is...keep reading

¿Quieres tomar un café? Or literally, Do you want to “take“ a coffee? “Taking” or having a coffee in Spain is a daily ritual and a time to enjoy the...keep reading

First things first, I’m a chronic over packer. For a weekend trip I can easily pack a full size suitcase. This, paired with the uncertainty of moving somewhere new left...keep reading

In a few days, one of the most important celebrations of the year will take place in Spain: Semana Santa , or Holy Week. Sevilla, in southern Spain, celebrates Semana...keep reading

I am 5’9’, platinum blonde, and white. To say I stand out in Northeast Thailand is an understatement. There are some perks of this. I always feel safe because I...keep reading

I completely forgot to take pictures of my homestay. So here's me in front of a Spanish palace. We can pretend that this was my host home. For the Two-Week...keep reading

Safety in Thailand Traveling to a foreign country can be scary, and living in one could seem like a nightmare. This is especially true if you watch the news. It...keep reading

When I discovered that Spain had a Teach Abroad program, I was immediately overjoyed. CIEE told me I could be sort of bad at Spanish and still move to Spain...keep reading

Warning: The following is a generalization of two fantastic and lovely countries called Spain and the United States. It’s told from the very narrow and personal perspective of a very...keep reading