Returning to Peru in 2023

Peru had long been near the top of my list of travel destinations because of its amazing history, incredible landscapes and warm-hearted people.  Late last...

Why Ecuador Should Be Your Next Student Trip Destination

We’ve added two new student trips to Ecuador, and they have us all buzzing with dreams of blue-footed boobies and Andean adventures. ACIS Team Member...

5 Documentaries That Look at Spanish Culture

In recent years, the quality and quantity of international documentaries highlighting unique issues and stories has soared, allowing viewers like us the opportunity to glimpse...

Now Available: Perdido en Madrid Episode 2

The adventure in Spain continues with the second and final episode of Perdido en Madrid! In part 1, American college student Brandon arrives in Madrid...

New Spanish Lesson Plan: Perdido en Madrid Episode 1

ACIS is excited to offer a new video-based lesson plan for high school Spanish classrooms!  Perdido en Madrid is an engaging, two-part series created just...

Destination Spotlight: Valencia

By ACIS Social Media Manager Sarah Bichsel When you bring home a flyer advertising your school's ACIS educational tour to Madrid, Barcelona, and Valencia, you probably recognize...

Queen Isabella I of Spain: 5 Interesting Facts You May Not Know

Isabella I was the queen of the central region of modern-day Spain known as Castile and ruled from 1474 until her death in 1504. She...

25 Student Appropriate Movies for Spanish Class

As we mentioned in our blog post on 25 French Language Movies Appropriate for Students, movies can be a teacher's best friend. Whether it's leaving something...

Spanish Language Resources: 10 Spanish Language Musicians Your Students Will Love

The Spanish-speaking world has produced some of the world's best and most influential music. Pioneering artists in genres such as flamenco, salsa, chicha, cumbia, pop,...