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CIEE Volunteer Spotlight: Meet Layla!
Where are you from? What was your academic background or career before teaching abroad? I am Canadian, specifically Québécoise. In Quebec, students are required to attend community college (CEGEP) before... keep reading
The Third Coolest Neighborhood to Visit
A day spent in what was coined the third coolest neighborhood in the world.
What a Privilege it is to Travel
It is amazing that almost two years have flown by. I vividly remember submitting my application to CIEE and dreaming of all the different types of trips I would take... keep reading
Three Impressive Buildings to Visit
Three buildings that showcase the marvelous architecture of Madrid.
4 Things I Wish I Did Whilst Living Abroad in Spain; Regrets, Reflections and Resilience
While I can say that my first year living in Madrid felt like a dream and has without a doubt been one of the best experiences and adventures of my... keep reading
Your Guide to Spanish Street Abbreviations
How Spanish speakers abbreviate their street names was not something I thought I’d need to know before moving to Spain. But there came a time when I was filling out... keep reading
Culture Shock: Things I Was NOT Prepared for When I Moved to Spain to Teach English
Here are several things I've observed whilst living in Spain which have shocked me alot as a Brit! Enjoy :)
Deciding Where To Live; My Experience of Living Outside of Central Madrid
Deciding where to live when moving to Madrid, a review on how to decide which place to stay and commute to work from during your time as an Auxiliar in Spain!
4 Questions To Ask Yourself Before Moving To Spain as a Teaching Assistant
Thinking about moving abroad to teach English this year? Here are 4 questions to ask yourself before you take the leap! :)
Bedsheets, but Spanish: Need-to-Know Vocab for Buying Bedsheets in Spain
Picture this: I’ve been in Spain for four days, and I’m moving into an apartment that night. I’m standing in the ‘bedroom’ section of El Corte Inglés, where I’ve been... keep reading
Should I Move Abroad? First Thoughts, Things To Consider and Introduction
Wondering whether you should move/teach abroad or not? Welcome to my first post! I will be sharing a little bit about me, why I chose to move abroad and how my experience has been so far. I will also be giving you some questions to think about, which will hopefully help you to make the decision that is best for you :)