My free travel - a week of Greek salads, rock beaches, and relaxation. This week included many bus rides over Santorini Island, an invigorating donkey ride through the tourist filled town of Fira, and a delicious dinner overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Despite the thirty seven … Continue Reading ››

Of course I would be approached to share publicly my thoughts from our final week here in Cadiz, which is also the first truly trying, testing week. For us it's almost time for our final exam, and if you're in the upper-level Spanish class as … Continue Reading ››

Once I met my host family, it didn't take very long to get settled into a daily routine here. Spain is not all that different from the U.S., although there are some noticeable differences in what Spanish society deems important. The atmosphere in Spain is … Continue Reading ››

I’m sure that by now you have heard of our safe arrival. It is indeed true that we have arrived safely and happily in Cadiz. The long trip included nine hours in two planes, ten and a half hours in two buses, and an overnight stay at a hostel in Spain.