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High School Study Abroad in Barcelona, Spain

You’re on the brink of adulthood, and the promises of independence, adventure, and world travel await...but can you? You’re here, so we’re guessing “no.” Wise thinking, young country-hopper. There lies a land on the Mediterranean Sea, both Gothic and Modernist, littered with whimsical architecture, peppered with outrageously good food, and intricately linked by an exceptional public transport system. A land where the fourth-most spoken language is shared among friends on four-hour long lunch breaks. And the best part? When you do high school abroad in Barcelona, you get to call it home.
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A Guide to High School Programs Abroad in Barcelona

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Thanks to its famously temperate weather, teen travel in Barcelona isn't limited to summer school situations. High school abroad in Barcelona has everything to offer, all year round! 

Considering how widely-spoken Spanish is internationally, Barcelona high school programs in language immersion are ideal for growing globetrotters. Whether you leave fluent enough to discuss Picasso's radical politics, or to simply place your tapas order with pride, this popular program option will prove useful for years to come. 

For true immersion while doing high school abroad in Barcelona, consider a homestay program. Spaniards have earned their reputation for fun and hospitality, so sit down and relax with your new host familia during the daily siesta

A gap year abroad is a great way to stay ahead of the curve before applying to college. Most teen travel programs in Barcelona are a balanced bag of art, architecture, food, and fútbol. Barcelona also boasts culinary internships that will teach you to cook worldclass Catalan cuisine.

There's a reason this is a popular destination for summer programs: Barcelona beaches. If you can't afford to miss a semester, teen travel in Barcelona is a way better way to spend your break than your babysitting gig.

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Great way to improve Spanish skills in a fun way!

August 18, 2025by: Josefine Thiel - GermanyProgram: Young Adults Summer Program in Barcelona
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Personally I found that the program was an amazing way to improve my Spanish skills while also enjoying my summer break. My language class teacher and all other staff were really friendly and always willing to help me out when I needed anything. Even though, I came to Expanish without knowing anyone it was really easy to connect with my classmates and make friends. Many of them lived in the same student residence as I did which was very convenient since we could take the train together to go to class or meet up in the lobby to do some sightseeing. Overall, I can really recommend this program!

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