Learning Abroad: Spain
Information about Spain
- CIA World Factbook - SpainUS Central Intelligence Agency's summary of information about Spain. Includes maps and flags as well as geographic data, economic summaries, and military information.
- BBC Country Profile - SpainA profile of Spain created by the BBC.
- US State Department Travel Information - SpainUS State Department travel information for Spain.
- Embassy of the United States - SpainWebsite for the US Embassy in Spain.
Sightseeing
- Holiday in SpainSpain's official tourism portal. Browse this site to learn about popular destinations in different regions of the country and different activities you can participate in.
- NY Times' Spain Travel GuideThe New York Times' travel guide for sightseeing in Spain. Find information on various cities and local attractions.
Spain Travel & Culture Guides
Note: These books are available for you to use before leaving the U--please do not take library books with you on your learning abroad trip. eBooks can be accessed online while on your trip.
Frommer's Spain 2010 by Available as an eBook by clicking the title link above.
Frommer′s Spain features gorgeous full-color photos of everything from the Balearic beaches to the cosmopolitan capitals. Our authors will guide you through the 17 semi-autonomous regions of Spain, pointing out the best restaurants, hotels, nightlife, and attractions along the way.
Speak the Culture: Spain by Available as an eBook by clicking the title link above.
There are many travel guides and manuals on living in Spain. Speak the Culture: Spain is different--a superbly designed, informed and entertaining insight into Spanish life and culture and who the Spanish really are.
Culture Shock! Spain by General Collection, Level 2: DP14 .G7 1997
Get the nuts-and-bolts information you need to survive and thrive wherever you go. "Culture Shock!" country guides are easy-to-read, accurate, and entertaining crash courses in local customs and etiquette.
Eyewitness Travel: Top 10 Barcelona by General Collection, Level 2: DP402.B24 S67 2012
Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guides provide current, useful information based on the insight of local experts to find the best of everything that each destination has to offer.
Living Abroad in Spain by General Collection, Level 2: DP14 .W44 2004
Imagine living in Spain, heading home after a fiesta, eating churros and chocolate, and celebrating with neighbors. Author Nikki Weinstein shows how to make this dream take shape with her "Living Abroad in Spain."
Language Help
Livemocha is a free online language learning resource that can help you brush up on your foreign language skills before traveling abroad. This resource combines traditional language learning methods, online practice, and interaction with native language speakers from around the world. Click here to sign up for a free account.
News
- El PaisWebsite for one of the largest Spanish-language newspapers in Spain.
- El MundoWebsite for one of the largest Spanish-language newspapers in Spain.
- ABCWebsite for one of the largest Spanish-language newspapers in Spain.
- BBC News- EuropeWebsite for the BBC News in Europe.
Programs in Spain
Some of the learning abroad programs in Spain currently offered. Check the Learning Abroad website for a complete list.
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