Study Abroad Programs Blog

AmeriSpan's "Bucket List": Iguazu Falls in Argentina

Each week, we've been posting destinations on AmeriSpan's "Bucket List", or places we want to go before we "kick the bucket"! Last week we discussed Machu Picchu, Peru, and this week we're highlighting Argentina's Iguazu Falls, just a weekend excursion away from our Argentina Spanish schools.

 

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Spanish and Skiing: Preparing for Santiago

Guest blogger William P. details his experiences in the Spanish and Skiing program in Santiago, Chile

As I am on the plane and on my way to Santiago, I begin to think of all the things to come.  As a graduate of law school who just took the California Bar, and what seems like an endless wait of four months until the results come out in November, I knew I had to find something productive to do with my time during the waiting period.  Living in Southern California, I know that learning Spanish will be a tremendous benefit to me as I enter the job market soon and therefore I thought going to Santiago, Chile would be the perfect learning/vacation opportunity to reward myself for all the hard work in law school and studying for the Bar.

Spanish in Honduras: Spanish Classes and Teachers

By Liz L., guest blogger studying Spanish in Honduras

So far I´ve written a lot about my side trips, but I haven´t written much about the school itself. Having finished two weeks and started my third week, I have to say I feel better. My teacher, Yessenia, is a lot of fun. We start class every morning at 8 AM. Most of our morning is taken up by grammar -although it doesn´t have to be grammar. I asked for a lot of grammar in my lessons because this is the area in which I need the most help.

Learning Spanish in Montevideo: Salads and Soccer

By Renee S., Guest Blogger learning Spanish in Montevideo

It is amazing how different my surroundings are here.  Americans look compulsive compared to the easy going Uruguayans. My host family's roof is more of a patio. And in the U.S., each room in the house is designated a specific purpose.  Here each room is used, but there is no “tv room”, “dining room”, etc. 

AmeriSpan's "Bucket List": Machu Picchu, Peru

AmeriSpan has been compiling a list of its "bucket list" destinations that are close by to must-see world sights - last week, we highlighted Petra in Jordan. No such list would be complete without one of the world's greatest archaeological meccas, Macchu Picchu, close to our Peru Spanish schools.

New York Times Explores Christmas in Barcelona

Barcelona is one of AmeriSpan's most unique and beloved Spain study abroad locations. But have you ever wondered what Christmas there is like? The New York Times recently posted an article entitled 'A Catalan Christmas', that described writer Lisa Abend's experience here during the Spanish holiday season - which extends past Januyary 1st!

Learn Spanish in Santiago, Chile - Video

Considering learning Spanish in Santiago? This video will give you a great look into what it's like. Santiago is modern, incredible city with unparalleled mountain views, a bustling metropolitan area, and plenty of opportunity to enjoy nature, beach excursions and the arts. Check out the video below!

Spanish and Volunteering: Feeling Homesick in Sucre

By Amanda S., a guest blogger studying Spanish and volunteering in Bolivia

There are a lot of gringos in Sucre, relative to most parts of Bolivia. I’ve talked to several people, and their story always goes something like, “Yeah, I worked for the Peace Corps in a village outside of Sucre a few years ago, and I liked it here so much that I stayed." There’s one guy from Louisiana that came here with the Peace Corps in the 60’s, and he still visits ever summer- he’s good friends with my host family.

Dominican Republic Study Abroad: Eleanor Arrives in Sosua

By Eleanor B., guest blogger and Dominican Republic Study Abroad student

I made it! After a flight to Miami and then another one to Puerto Plata, I am finally in Sosúa. My apartment is tiny, but it's not like I need much space. The only thing I'm wondering is if there's a stove somewhere where I can cook meals. I'll get a tour tomorrow when the school is open and figure things out.

La Ceiba Spanish School: Going With the Flow

By Lucie C., student at AmeriSpan's La Ceiba Spanish school

I've learned in Honduras that it's best to just go with the flow... Or sometimes the lack of flow.

This morning while I was in the middle of washing my hair in the shower, the water suddenly turned off! I waited a few seconds to see if it would restart, and when it didn't, it struck me that I was standing in the shower with shampoo in my hair and no water. I just laughed. What else was I supposed to do? So, I got out, used a tiny bit of my drinking water to get the excess suds out, and now I'm sitting on my bed in a towel waiting for the water to come on again so that I can finish what I started. (Thankfully today is Sunday, so I'm in no rush to go anywhere.)  I've learned that there is really no reason to stress the things I can't control, and- if possible- I try to enjoy the unexpected!