Teach Abroad Blog

Traveling around China can be intimidating at first. There are so many people, over 30 million people in the Chongqing municipality alone, a stifling language barrier, and more traffic than...keep reading

Okay, sorry for the clickbait title. There are a million differences between America and China, both big and small that rank differently depending on your background, reason for travel, and...keep reading

I participated in CIEE's Teach in Spain program from 2015-2017 and was placed outside of Madrid central in the municipality, Collado Villalba. Upon receiving my placement, I was quite nervous...keep reading

So far, teaching in South Korea has really been a blast! That being said, it has been great because I was purposeful in the decision I made when I was...keep reading

CIEE was pretty transparent that although teaching in Thailand would be an incredibly memorable once in a lifetime experience, it would also be difficult. I’m relatively open to friends, family,...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

Welcome to my home in Khon Kaen, Thailand. I am fortunate enough to live directly across the street from my school, which makes for a very easy commute. CIEE and...keep reading

I am a participant in the professional program in Thailand. I have been living and teaching in Khon Kaen for the last 9 months.Khon Kaen is located in the Isan...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