Being one of the most popular tourism destinations in Europe, you can’t go wrong travelling to Spain. On a gap year in Spain you can find work and travel programs, intern, volunteer, study or just travel and experience the highlights of the country.
Best Spain Gap Programs in Spain
Study Spanish in Barcelona
• 1-12 weeks
• Price from £695
Study Spanish in Valencia
• 1-12 weeks
• Price from £695
TEFL Courses in Spain
• 4 weeks
• Price from $1,749
Au Pair in Spain
• 3-12 months
• Price from £1,195
Tutor in Spain
• 3 months
• Price from £1,195
Teach English in Barcelona
• 1-12 months
• Price from £3,195
Canary Islands Whale & Dolphin Conservation
• 1-12 weeks
• Price from £1,995
European Escapade
• 23 days. 11 countries
• Price from £2,620
Spain Gap Year Ideas
Country Facts:
• Population: 40,398,000 (est)
• Principal Language(s): Castilian Spanish, Catalan, Basque
• Capital: Madrid
• Other major cities: Barcelona, Valencia, Seville
• Monetary unit: 1 Euro = 100 US cents
• Internet domain: .es
• International dialling code: +34
The Balearic Islands of Ibiza, Mallorca and Menorca are popular party islands (particularly Ibiza), making it a great place to enjoy the sun, sea, music, and nightlife.
Then there are the Canary Islands which lie a mere 100 kilometers off the coast of Western Africa. Not only do the islands boast some stunning beaches, but Tenerife, the largest of the islands, also happens to be home to the world’s third tallest volcano.
Not to mention the number of possibilities available on the mainland, from the bustling cities of Madrid and Barcelona, to the Moorish charms of Alhambra, to the famous surf town of San Sebastian to the north, and everything else in between.
Aside from that, Spain also hosts some world renowned festivals you can experience on a European gap year, including La Tomatina – the tomato tossing festival which takes places the last week of August, Las Fallas – a carnival which takes places in March in Valencia, San Fermin – the running of the bulls which takes place in July.
Top Things to Do
A gap year is a great time to learn a new skill. Ok so you’ve just finished school or university, but that doesn’t mean that you need to stop learning. And what better way could there be than combining travel with learning?
Many people are now choosing to learn a new language during their gap year, it’s the perfect way to immerse yourself in a new culture, make new friends and learn a new skill that will last for life.
You could learn Spanish in Spain, there are classes available all over the country. Other options include summer jobs, teaching English, volunteering or interning.
