Study Abroad Bloggers

Pasodoble in Valencia - Video

Watch the video after the jump to see Spanish study abroad students in Valencia participating in a dance known as the "Pasodoble". The Pasodoble is a march-like dance native to Spain typically performed during bullfighting matches and worked into traditional and popular dances. It's even featured as a round of the tv show 'American Idol'!

Learn Spanish in Morelia - Introduction - Video

Videographer Lamont decided he wanted to learn Spanish in Morelia, Mexico last year, and documented his journey on video to share with others. Check out the video below the jump to see a brief introduction and hear about his language immersion goals.

A Glimpse Of Mexico - The Country, Its People And Its Economy

This essay by Kanoa Biondolillo suggests that there is way more to this rich country than you might think, and that Mexico study abroad may be for you after all.

The United Mexican States of Mexico has a total land area of 1,964,375 square kilometers. Its topography consists of coastal low lands with central high plateaus and mountains towering up to 5,400 meters in height above sea level. It is situated on the southern part of the United States sharing borders along Mexico's north to eastern side. On its east-south section, is the Gulf of Mexico while Guatemala shares its land borders on the southern tip. On its western side, there is the Pacific Ocean and the Gulf of California that partially separates the mainland from the Baja California peninsula.

College Study Abroad in Cuenca - Video (Part 1)

There are so many different abroad programs to consider, and you may soon find that college study abroad in Cuenca is a great option for you! Set in the Andean Valley, the city of Cuenca is half remnants of colonization and indigeonous roots and half modern city, with plenty of opportunities to experience the area's heritage while taking advantage of its modern amenities and things to do. Check out the video after the jump to learn more about a semester abroad program there.

Summer Camps in Spain

Did you know there are opportunities for teenagers to study Spanish while attending summer camp in Spain? Your child can spend his or her days having Spanish lessons in the morning with tennis, swimming or arts and crafts in the afternoon!

Some Known And Some Unknown Facts About Guatemala

This helpful fact sheet was written by Chris Cornell and is a must-read for anyone planning to study Spanish in Guatemala.

The Republic of Guatemala is a Central American country which shares its border with Mexico. It is moderately populated at about 13 million people and more. It got its independence from Spain in the year 1821 and on September 21st. therefore, the regional language is also Spanish. The currency of the nation is the Quetzal. The people residing in the country are commonly known as Guatemalans.

An Italian-American in Sorrento

This article was written by Sara Frondoni, current Order of the Sons of Italy scholarship recipient studying at Sant'Anna Institute-Sorrento Lingue for 5 months!

Receiving the Sant'Anna Institute-Sorrento Lingue (SASL) Scholarship from the Order of the Sons of Italy was one of the best things that could have ever happened to me. I feel grateful and fortunate to have had the opportunity to study the Italian language and become a part of the community of Sorrento. I would have never had the chance to study abroad without this scholarship. It allowed me to experience something that I never thought would be possible for me.

Learn Spanish in Antigua, Guatemala - Video (Part 2)

If you think you may want to learn Spanish in Antigua, this set of videos may be for you. Antigua is a colorful Colonial city with a lot to offer the Spanish student. See the second Antigua video in this set after the jump, or check out Learn Spanish in Antigua, Guatemala - Video (Part 1).

Mandarin and Tai Chi

Many Westerners are overcome with wonderment on their first trip to the far east, as many traditions are different than ours. But, as any seasoned world traveler will tell you, these experiences are the core of what makes language immersion so exciting and awe-inspiring. There are many programs out there that combine language and cultural immersion for the maximum effect!

Nicaragua: A Soul Surfer's Best Kept Secret

This fascinating article by Jared Keo shed some light onto some spirit-lifting Nicaragua study abroad perks!

When it comes to finding the right surf spot, this can be a difficult task. Even if you're fortunate enough to surf everyday, you would be lying if you said you were perfectly happy with surfing your home break for the rest of your life. Every surfer looks forward to the day where they can take a surf trip and surf waves with a just a few friends in the line up. There's no better feeling than hanging out on the beach after an entire day of catching wave after wave, and not having to fight the crowds to do so.