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My experience studying abroad was amazing! I have previously been out of the country before, but on a family vacation, and this was a way to travel in a completely different way. The daily tours were so educational and interesting. We learned so much about the culture and the history of Spain and Portugal. I loved all of the new people I was able to meet from Florida, other states, and Spain. I was able to make new connections immediately and everyone was so nice!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My favorite stop we made was Lisbon. We stayed on the beach, so it was familiar of course, but I also just really enjoyed it there. It was so beautiful, and I had so much to learn about. I also think the people in Lisbon were more welcoming and I felt very comfortable there. I love big and busy cities like Madrid, but it was super cool being able to be somewhere a bit more chill like Lisbon. Overall, I had an amazing time and will absolutely be returning next year for the other spring break trip to Germany.
\u2013 Teagan, SPC Spain and Portugal (High School) Study Abroad Program, March 2025<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

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Studying abroad really changed my perspective overall. I learned so much and made so many new friends and I am so grateful for this experience. When I first considered studying abroad I was very nervous to be away from my family and was super anxious about making sure I took care of everything, but the staff was very helpful with reminders and making sure everything was taken care of. I am so glad that I went through with the trip and decided to do it, because it ended up being life changing and made a huge impact on me overall and my growth as a person. The experience was unlike anything I have ever experienced and I cant wait for the next trip. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To anyone considering studying abroad I would highly recommend it. You get to meet tons of friends from the collegiate campuses and also bond with others you meet on the trip. Whether its people from other groups, tour guides, professors, or even people who go to your school that you’ve never met or never would have realized you are alike, the trip brings people together and helps you gain experience in life and expose you to different environments and cultures.\u00a0\u2013 Allison, SPC Spain and Portugal (High School) Study Abroad Program, March 2025<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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