Cadaqués Getaway
Before coming to Barcelona I discovered this beautiful little town on Instagram. I was captivated by the pictures of blue Mediterranean water next to the white buildings on the [...]
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A student's perspective & guide to the authentic study abroad experience.
El Born
An old picturesque neighborhood with narrow streets full of independent designer shops. Definitely a hip neighborhood. There are plenty of nightlife options in this area, away from the touristy options of Barceloneta. Recommend getting lost in its side streets!
My Abroad Experience
By: Courtney Finnigan and Lizzie TriplettAs I am approaching my last few weeks of study abroad, I can’t even fathom the idea of having to leave Barcelona. I have developed [...]
First Impressions and Challenges of Studying Abroad
By: Courtney Finnigan and Lizzie Triplett First impressions and challenges of studying abroad in Barcelona are different for everyone, but these are some of the ones students have experienced so [...]
How to Prepare for Barcelona
by Lizzie Triplett PREPARE FOR BARCELONA: KNOW BEFORE YOU GO... In order to prepare for Barcelona, there are some simple tips you should know before you go! Although most [...]
My weekend trip to Rome
Landing in Rome by Jake Steele My weekend trip to Rome was just starting when I landed around 1am in the Leonardo da Vinci airport and headed to the train [...]