For students currently in grades 6–8
Eligible for 8th grade*
*These programs are typically for students in grades 9–12, however motivated rising 9th graders will be considered
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Grades 7&8
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Spain

From Madrid to the Mediterranean

June 29 — July 18
July 13 — August 1
$9,290 + airfare

Spain

From Madrid to the Mediterranean

June 29 — July 18
July 13 — August 1
$9,290 + airfare

Immerse yourself in the Spanish language and culture as you visit Madrid’s renowned art museums, explore ancient castles, surf on Spain’s northern coast, hike in the Picos de Europa mountains, and pair up with a local teenager for a language exchange and day stay. Cap your student travel program in Spain on the gorgeous beaches of the Mediterranean.

• Practice new Spanish vocabulary while food shopping at a market
• Hike past cows and goats in the snowcapped Picos de Europa
• Savor traditional Spanish food like churros con chocolate
• Catch a wave during a surf lesson on Spain’s Northern Coast
“To see the difference between my language skills at the beginning of the trip versus the end was a big source of pride for me. I gained language skills that I can build off of in school this year and in years to come.”
—Stephen P., Packer Collegiate Institute, New York, NY

Itinerary

This itinerary represents our best projection of the group’s schedule. However, we may implement changes designed to improve the quality of the program.

Itinerary

This itinerary represents our best projection of the group’s schedule. However, we may implement changes designed to improve the quality of the program.

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Leaders

Meet some of our featured leaders. Please note that these may not be your leaders for the program. 

Featured

Leaders

Meet some of our featured leaders. Please note that these may not be your leaders for the program. 

What to Expect

Review specific program expectations here. For more general information:

What to Expect

Review specific program expectations here. For more general information:

A Day in the Life: Madrid​

Due to the traveling nature of this summer program abroad, each day is different. Here is a snapshot of a day in Madrid.

A Day in the Life:
Madrid​

Due to the traveling nature of this summer program abroad, each day is different. Here is a snapshot of a day in Madrid.
“I could not have asked for a better group! By the end, we felt like a family. It was very hard to leave such a fantastic group of people.”
—Emma H., Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School, Indianapolis, IN
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This Program is Directed by

Mackenzie Grapes

If you have questions or would like to talk further about this program, please get in touch!

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This Program is Directed by

Mackenzie Grapes

If you have questions or would like to talk further about this program, please get in touch!

Enroll in two programs & save $1,000!

$800 tuition discount + no application fee

Exploration
Service
Eligible for 8th grade*​
*These programs are typically for students in grades 9–12, however motivated rising 9th graders will be considered
Grades 7&8​
Grades 7&8​
Grades 6–8
Grades 7&8​
Spain
From Madrid to the Mediterranean

2024 Dates
June 29 — July 18
July 13 — August 1

Duration
20 days

Tuition
$9,290 + airfare

Eligibility
Currently* in grades 7–8
*Your grade as of the day you apply

Typical Group
14–16 students, 2 leaders

Group Flight
Departs from New York


 

Additional Info

Questions? Visit our FAQ or call us at (802) 387-5000

 

2024 Dates
June 29 — July 18
July 13 — August 1

Duration
20 days

Tuition
$9,290 + airfare


 

Eligibility
Currently* in grades 7–8
*Your grade as of the day you apply

Typical Group
14–16 students, 2 leaders

Group Flight
Departs from New York

 

Questions? Visit our FAQ or call us at (802) 387-5000

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