2023 Grade 11 & 12 Portugal & Spain Photo Blog Archives - Global Summers Academy https://globalsummersacademy.com/photo_blog_category/2023-grade-11-12-portugal-spain-photo-blog/ Study abroad programs for Canadian students Wed, 26 Jul 2023 20:32:15 +0000 en-CA hourly 1 https://globalsummersacademy.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-GSA-FAVICON-32x32.png 2023 Grade 11 & 12 Portugal & Spain Photo Blog Archives - Global Summers Academy https://globalsummersacademy.com/photo_blog_category/2023-grade-11-12-portugal-spain-photo-blog/ 32 32 We Loved Madrid ? https://globalsummersacademy.com/photo_blog/we-loved-madrid-%f0%9f%92%97/ Wed, 26 Jul 2023 20:32:15 +0000 https://globalsummersacademy.com/?post_type=photo_blog&p=9475 The post We Loved Madrid ? appeared first on Global Summers Academy.

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We Loved Madrid ?

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Madrid is a blur, it went so fast!

We had some of the best food (thank you La Carmela!) and saw some wonderful…and interesting… art at both the Prado and Reina Sofia museums. ??

A trip through any market is a good time…but WOW! when you find a place that serves hot liquid chocolate in a cup with side churros, WELL! You pull up a chair! ? ☕

Although it was record heat for us here, I think Madrid was one of the favourites ?

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]]> Hasta Luego Sevilla (So Long Seville) https://globalsummersacademy.com/photo_blog/hasta-luego-sevilla-so-long-seville/ Wed, 19 Jul 2023 22:05:28 +0000 https://globalsummersacademy.com/?post_type=photo_blog&p=8785 The post Hasta Luego Sevilla (So Long Seville) appeared first on Global Summers Academy.

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Hasta Luego Sevilla (So long Seville)

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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We had our last walking tour of our program and once again the students were really good, especially considering the heat! ?
 
We met at La Plaza de España and moved on to the Jewish quarter, the Cathedral, the Alcázar and the Archive of the Indies.
 
We can really see that everyone has started to become like family, being silly and showing off some of their talents like juggling the bitter oranges picked from the trees, opening a fan (with STYLE) and maybe a little attempt at some Flamenco dancing! ?‍♀️ ??
 
It was a great morning to get some steps in (and maybe a little shopping ?) before sitting down to have class in the afternoon.
 
We are off to Madrid tomorrow!! ? ? ?

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]]> Tavira…Algarves…Ahhhh https://globalsummersacademy.com/photo_blog/tavira-algarves-ahhhh/ Mon, 17 Jul 2023 15:24:07 +0000 https://globalsummersacademy.com/?post_type=photo_blog&p=8438 The post Tavira…Algarves…Ahhhh appeared first on Global Summers Academy.

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Tavira...Algarves...Ahhhh

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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It’s hard to believe we were in Tavira for 5 days, it went SO FAST!! It was the perfect place to rest, relax and recharge ? ? ?
 
There were some days that were filled with classes and learning and all the educational stuff, but we also had a glorious free weekend to explore the beautiful town of Tavira!
 
On Saturday we took the quick ferry ride over to the Ilha de Tavira (translated as Tavira Island). A tropical island near the town of Tavira. It is part of the natural park of Ria Formosa. ☀️ ? ?  ?
It was such a hit that most of them spent Sunday afternoon there as well once they returned from the Benagil Caves Optional excursion! ? 
 
All in all, it was a wonderful place to learn by the pool, soak up some vitamin D, celebrate a birthday, eat great food and frolic in the sand ?
 
Next stop Seville, SPAIN!!

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Highlights of Porto!

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Throwback Thursday to our walking tour in Porto!
 
It was a fabulous and informational tour of Porto with our guide Pédro. What an interesting city, full of culture, spectacular views and hills, oh so many hills ?
 
We stopped half way through at the Bolhão Market for some well deserved freshly made drinks?
It was such a hit, that we negotiated being dropped off there at the end of the tour instead of back at the hotel ?
 
Once again, these students were wonderful and gracious, even though it was a lot of walking and very hot!

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Nazaré!? More like YEAHzaré!

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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On the way to our next stop, Porto, we had a stopover in the beach town of Nazaré. We were hoping for a great beach, a few good waves and to explore for food and fun…Nazaré did NOT disappoint ?
 
The Surfing Optional Excursion started right away, students donned their wetsuits grabbed a board and set off for the beach. Known for its GIANT waves, the students had a challenge set for them. They absolutely slayed it out there!
…ok…maybe a few wa-wa-wa-wipe outs too ?‍♀️ ?‍♂️ ? ?
 
Those not surfing took the town by storm – playing in the sand, shopping, eating and taking pictures ?

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]]> Class is in Session Sometimes on Saturday https://globalsummersacademy.com/photo_blog/class-is-in-session-sometimes-on-saturday/ Mon, 10 Jul 2023 16:40:39 +0000 https://globalsummersacademy.com/?post_type=photo_blog&p=7379 The post Class is in Session Sometimes on Saturday appeared first on Global Summers Academy.

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Class is in Session Sometimes on Saturday

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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With a program that changes places so many times, sometimes the weekend is during the week and a Saturday becomes a school day…you follow?! ?
 
Castle, parks and pool were a few of the locations today for class.
 
Tomorrow, we leave bright and early for Porto! We’ll be stopping in Nazaré for the surfing ?‍♂️ ? Optional Excursion and walk about the town.
 
Hang loose ?

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Friday Night Freedom!

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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After dinner students have free time to go out an explore the nightlife! (in groups of four or more before their curfew and safety comes first!).

Some popular places they explored where: Pink Street, LX Factory or right here in the Campo Pequeno neighbourhood!

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Lisbon Walking Tour - Day 2

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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This crew are champions at a walking tour!! ??

2 full hours of exploring LISBOA – street art, architecture, marble cobble stone sidewalks and pasteis de nata ? (Portuguese tarts) for a sweet treat, just when we needed it ❤️  

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Coasteering and Sesimbra, OE

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Our first optional excursion sure tested the students’ resilience and they ALL PASSED ? amazingly! They climbed, scrambled, jumped, zipped and belayed their way along the coast of Sesimbra. After a rinse off ? and change into dry clothes, we explored the quaint seaside town ? ? ? ?, took in some lunch and another sweet treat ?? before heading back to Lisbon ?.

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FriYAY July 7th!

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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We tucked in for a full day of learning today ?.

The History class explored ? some of Lisboa’s interesting past and will be presenting their Lisbon Landmark research this afternoon.

The English and Functions classes stayed on campus and took full advantage of the cushy chairs ?, conference room and charts ?

Of course study SNACKS were provided, we’re not animals! ? ?

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