Erika N.

Do you remember when you were little and nothing seemed to scare you? When an adult would ask "what do you want to be when you grow up?" Your eyes... keep reading

It has been officially 23 days that we have been in quarantine. Amidst this time of uncertainty, I have found peace with my decision to stay here in Madrid. Creating... keep reading

We received an email from CIEE informing us that we had two options for the upcoming weeks. Option 1: Continue working in Madrid. Where we will be following the instructions... keep reading

One of the perks of living in Madrid is being able to escape to any part of the city and experience a moment of pure bliss. While living here I... keep reading

Imagine this you move to another country with just one suitcase, backpack and a small carry on. The irony that despite studying abroad just a year and a half ago... 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

This blog is for anyone who is currently going through the visa process. If I can recall the visa process was a complete nightmare. Getting accepted into CIEE’s program was... keep reading

When it came to solo travel the only places I had ever traveled alone to where; Los Angeles & Naples, Italy. These trips were just a brief taste of how... keep reading

In bold letters on my to-do list read: “APPLY TO BE AN EXPERT CIEE BLOGGER.” This is one of the other great perks that CIEE’s program has to offer. I... keep reading