Auckland
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You won’t be able to get enough of New Zealand’s active lifestyle while you study in Auckland and explore the city’s one-of- a-kind landscape.
Climb to Auckland’s highest point on the top of Mount Eden, watch the sailboats glide by in Waitemata Harbour and Hauraki Gulf, or visit One Tree Hill, one of the city’s largest and most culturally significant volcanoes. When you need to rest, simply sit back, put your feet up, and take in the breathtaking beauty of New Zealand. For study abroad, Auckland is the place to be.
Study abroad in Auckland make this multicultural city and its dynamic surrounding landscape your classroom.
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Auckland's Top Five
Climb Rangitoto
Check out this 800-year-old dormant volcano in Auckland’s Harbour, for a scenic 360-degree view of the city.
Visit the Wild Beaches & Black Sands
Enjoy the unique nature of New Zealand’s west coast, including Muriwai and Piha Beach.
Visit One Tree Hill
Learn about Māori fortification while spotting some sheep and viewing the Stardome Observatory.
Eat & Shop at the Auckland Markets
Running from Thursday to Sunday, stop by for a slice of multicultural cuisine and pick up great souvenirs.
Take the Road Less Traveled
Hike 11 different walking trails for a taste of natural New Zealand, only a short trip from downtown!
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What You Didn't Know About Madrid's Surrounding Cities
Bienvenidos a mi blog! Today I wanted to highlight some of the amazing day trips we’ve gone on since getting to Madrid. First of all, Madrid alone is fabulous and has so much to do and explore, but on top of that, there are so many interesting and beautiful cities nearby. Through IES Abroad, we’ve been able to travel to Segovia, Avila, and Toledo. I should mention there is also a trip planned for El Escorial but that hasn’t happened yet, so I don’t have much to say about that one today.
Managing ~stress~ while studying abroad
Hola a todos! It’s been over a month now in Madrid so now that everyone is getting settled into the lifestyle it seems like the honeymoon period is ending for some, and more and more people are finding themselves overwhelmed with work, homesickness, or feeling down in general. Personally, being a senior looking into graduate school, this fall semester for me is all about applying to programs and setting myself up for the next chapter of my life.
Pandemic + Study Abroad = No Problem!
Hi everybody! This past week the thing everyone fears happened… people got COVID-19. Fortunately it wasn’t serious for anybody, but I still thought it’s worth talking about considering this is the first time IES Abroad sent students abroad post-pandemic. Of course we have to try to be careful, but a big part of studying abroad is going out and exploring your location so what’s the right balance between caution and enjoying your city?
How to prepare for study abroad on a budget!
Whether you're on a budget or not, here's some tips on how you can prepare for studying abroad based on my own experience.
