Tell me more:
Barcelona, Spain made me see the world differently and I now plan to travel much more in my life!
CIEE: Barcelona - Business & Culture
Program Information
This program is designed for students at any language level with a strong interest in business and economics (classes taught both in English and Spanish). Students who are motivated to develop their Spanish language skills and learn about Spain and Europe through living in the unique and beautiful city of Barc... More
| Provider: | CIEE |
| Location(s): | Barcelona, Spain |
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| Website | Take me there! |
Review By:
Kathryn P. (Marketing, Providence College) on August 02, 2011
Overall Rating
Personal Information
| * Start Date: | 2011-01-01 |
| * End Date: | 2011-04-16 |
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I really enjoyed the hike to Tibidado. It was very well organized. |
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Finances
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* Money: How easily were you able to live on a student's budget?
(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost) |
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| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | I went out to eat a lot because its a huge social aspect in Spain to go out for tapas. I also spent a ton of money on travel. I would book some of my flights farther in advance to get cheaper tickets. I wish I was a little better organized in regards to that. |
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A Look Back
| * If you could do it all over again, would you choose the same program? | Yes |
| * What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile? | I became much more independent from going abroad, I learned how to adapt to different cultures, I learned that your going to go through some rough times but in the end EVERYTHING will be okay. I feel so much more culturally aware and feel so lucky to have had such a great experience. After going abroad I now know what other countries I would like to travel to in the future. Also, studying business in Spain now makes me a better business women as I experience International Business in a hands on setting. |