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Birney Sherard’s Madrid Food Blog

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Birney Sherard As a reformed picky eater, while studying abroad in Madrid through CIEE this past semester, I have committed myself to expanding and advancing my palate. Below, I... keep reading

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Studying Abroad in Madrid: One of the Best Experiences

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Oliver Morgens CIEE Madrid has been one of the best experiences I have had so far. I have met so many wonderful people both through the program and locals... keep reading

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Horseback Riding in Madrid

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Shafa Abbas Madrid offers an abundance of amazing experiences—iconic activities like visiting the Museo del Prado or strolling through El Retiro Park. But for me, the most unforgettable thing... keep reading

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Why It's Never Too Late to Study Abroad: My Experience in Madrid

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Sydnee Neitzel As I reached the final semester of my college career, I was faced with a decision I had always dreamed of: studying abroad. But, despite years of... keep reading

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Cultural Immersion in Madrid

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Tia Tewari Ever since I learned about studying abroad, I knew I wanted to do it; being able to fully immerse myself into a new culture seemed like an... keep reading

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My Adventures in Madrid

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Anthony Saidenberg Where to begin. What an adventure. Studying abroad was everything I had dreamed of and more. I had been looking forward to studying abroad since my freshman... keep reading

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Getting out of My Comfort Zone in Madrid

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Ava Maloney "If it’s out of your comfort zone, then it’s probably good for you.” That was the text that I had received from my friend after I had... keep reading

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Exploring Cuenca: My Overnight Trip with CIEE

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Chloe Nutor During my study abroad in Spain with CIEE, I got to go on an overnight trip to Cuenca, a small but beautiful town about two hours from... keep reading

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Budgeting (and enjoying!) your study abroad experience

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Anneliese Crayton Hi! My name is Lisee, and I am currently studying abroad in Madrid. I saw the opportunity to study in Spain as a great way to explore... keep reading

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My Unforgettable Semester Abroad in Madrid

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Mariah Kirylo Madrid has been a transformative experience for me, letting me get a sense of the Spanish life/testament to history and allowing academic growth as well developing forever... keep reading

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Tips and Tricks: The know before you go

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

By: Kayla Keats Hello everybody! My name is Kayla, and I studied abroad in Madrid during the fall of 2023. Going abroad was one of the best choices I made... keep reading

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Spain Celebrations: Top 5 Holidays in Spain

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

Let’s talk about Spain, where the sun shines brightly, the tapas are endless, the culture is electric, and the celebrations in Spain are plentiful. Whether you’re snacking on late-night churros... keep reading

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Should I Study Abroad in Spain or Italy?

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

When weighing your study abroad options, it’s easy to get stuck on a few favorite destinations. We get it! After all, we offer a ton of different study abroad programs... keep reading

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Is Uber in Spain? Top 5 Travel Apps to Use in Spain

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

You’re already doing something right if you’re considering a study abroad program in Spain . Now for the fun part: planning your adventures while you’re there. Unfortunately, sorting through the... keep reading

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The Ultimate Guide to Studying Abroad in Spain

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

If you're considering studying abroad in Spain , you're in for a treat. Home to mouthwatering tapas, captivating Flamenco dancing, entertaining bullfights, and rich art, literature, and architecture, this warm... keep reading