Spain

By Megan H.

Published Jan. 28, 2026

I arrived in Sevilla a little over one week ago already feel as though I have gone on so many adventures. The first day I arrived, I met my host Señora, Manuela, who is so generous and kind, along with my roommate for the semester from Virginia who has already become a close friend. From…

By Julia K.

Published Jan. 27, 2026

As we approach the end of January, my first month living in Spain, I would like to share some of my favorite things about my time so far. First and foremost, Alicante is the perfect city to live in. You are constantly surrounded by views of the mountains, the Castillo and the Mediterranean Sea. I…

By Lexi M.

Published Jan. 22, 2026

Before coming to Spain, I had heard a lot from people about how public transportation is a lot better here, and that was one of the biggest differences that they had said. After being here for about a week, I can see why they mentioned it so much. Madrid has an extensive system of buses…

By Emilia K.

Published Aug. 20, 2025

When one imagines an experience abroad that leaves a lifelong impression, they probably don’t think much of cows — but in Covadonga, a regional treasure tucked in the lush and rocky terrain of Asturias, shaggy cows come by the field-full. During my short month among the ranks of slacked Spaniards in leather loafers and American…

By Lillian C.

Published Aug. 4, 2025

This past month, I have been studying Spanish in the city of Oviedo, Spain. It is located in the Asturias region and has a rich history and unique culture. I have so many highlights from my month here, but my favorite experience would have to be visiting the Picos de Europa mountains. These mountains span…

By Simona Z.

Published Aug. 4, 2025

As my summer is coming to a close, I was grateful to have been able to explore an island off Greece and enjoy my last week here in Barcelona. In Greece, we were able to really dive into a new culture where we tried so many different foods, like baklava, and we had time to…

By Josie B.

Published July 31, 2025

https://flic.kr/p/2rk72nU The Royal Palace of Madrid During my study abroad experience in Oviedo, Spain I had the wonderful opportunity to live with a host family. I got to try so many new foods and witness a completely different lifestyle. While I certainly loved Oviedo and all the wonderful people I met through school and life…

By Betsy K.

Published July 30, 2025

https://flic.kr/p/2rjZU8i Cangas de Onís My study abroad experience in Spain was incredible! I spent the month taking Spanish classes at the University of Oviedo. We spent the morning classes studying grammar and writing, and in the afternoon we got to choose an elective course to attend, such as art history or health science. There were…

By Margot R.

Published July 17, 2025

Hello! My name is Margot and I am currently in Oviedo, Spain. I am here for the month of July studying Spanish and living with a host family. I have loved Spain; however, there have been many cultural and custom changes that I have just started to adjust to. Food-wise, it is great. I love…

By Ellie L.

Published July 17, 2025

My study abroad program in Spain has been astonishing! It didn't hit me that I was going to be staying in a different country across the world for a month until I got off the bus I took to Oviedo from where my flight landed in Madrid. My host mom picked me up from the…