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I am so thankful for this experience and overall it has been really wonderful. I visited Spain for the first time 5 years ago and I knew I had to live in Spain at some point in my life. I was placed in a small province called Huelva. It's a lovely city and the people are so kind. I do come from a small city in California so it just seems like I'm living in the Spanish equivalent of my hometown and the social setting is a bit harder to break into which I was not expecting. Other than that I will say my experience with RVF has been wonderful!

Living abroad is an amazing experience, but only if you are fully ready for it. Many people come thinking it will be some sort of fantasy world, so make sure you are realistic. Make sure you understand Spanish culture and their way of life because you will have to adapt. I had already lived in Spain so i knew exactly what to expect, however people who moved here without even visiting first are struggling. I have had the time of my life and could not be happier, but make sure you really understand what you are getting yourself into.

I'm so happy I chose RVF to enhance my experience of teaching in Spain. From the moment I signed up, to landing in Spain, and even now, they have helped me every step of the way. Compared to others, I feel my experience has been way less stressful because of how organized and efficient RVF is. I also found amazing roommates through the GroupMe that RVF connected me to, and for that I'm so grateful. I even won a free trip to Morocco from another company that's partnered with RVF! Highly recommend

I felt supported by RVF International from beginning to end. Anytime I had questions, they responded quickly and thoroughly, and if something was outside their expertise, they always provided resources to help me find the answers I needed. Moving abroad can be stressful, but RVF made the process feel like a breeze. Their support documents were incredibly detailed, and I felt so much more prepared coming here with their help than I would have on my own. If you’re serious about moving to Spain, RVF is well worth the investment!

I've always wanted to teach English abroad, it's what I studied in college. But one thing I was always told was how difficult the visa process can be. Even as a very thorough person, I would not have been able to seamlessly get my visa, move and settle down here in Spain without RVF. I also was connected to the most amazing community where I met my roommates/travel buddies and so many lifelong friends. Everyone on the team is so friendly and helpful. I got placed in my dream city at my dream school and I have loved every minute of living here in Spain!!

I had the incredible opportunity to work as a language assistant with RVF International in Lliria, Valencia, for the 2022-2023 school year. It was a year of discovery, both professionally and personally. From learning Spanish to immersing myself in Spanish culture and building meaningful connections within the community of Lliria, every day offered new experiences and challenges.

Moving abroad can be incredibly stressful, and I was fortunate to have RVF International's support throughout the process. Their assistance with visa paperwork and in-country logistics made the transition much more straightforward. While Spanish bureaucracy can sometimes be frustrating, RVF was there to help me navigate the system, set up appointments, and offer guidance whenever needed.

After my first year, I renewed my contract through NALCAP for the 2023-2024 school year. Unfortunately, the support was much less, and I struggled with visa issues and appointment scheduling. This made returning to Spain much more complicated and stressful.

However, I’m excited to announce that I’ll join RVF International again for the 2025-2026 school year. I can’t recommend this program enough for anyone looking for a supportive, well-organized experience abroad. RVF helps you every step of the way, ensuring that both the professional and personal aspects of your time abroad are as rewarding as possible.

As someone who has dreamed of living abroad for years and struggled to make it happen, coming across RVF was like the golden ticket to a guaranteed year in Spain. My life became very difficult in the US and I knew that if I could get to Spain, everything would start to change. That is exactly what has happened. Since getting on the plane, every aspect of my life has improved. Job opportunities pop up left and right. I spend every day with the love of my life (who I met here in Málaga last year). I brought my precious puppy with me and he loves sniffing around all the new smells of Spain. The school I was placed in is a dream with views of the ocean and the sweetest kids I could have imagined. My apartment is almost beach-front where I get to sunbathe on the terrace and listen to the waves. A few months ago, I was rotting in a dark room… Now I just casually went to Morocco and rode a camel… Thank you, RVF :’)

Since COVID, I have served as an Academy Director for a law firm in Atlanta providing Continuing Education to REALTORS. This inspired me to teach English as a Foreign Language, so I received my TEFL certification and began tutoring as a side career. This re-kindled my passion to live in Europe again (I had lived in Dublin, Ireland and in St. Petersburg, Russia in the 90s), so I began to investigate ways I could return. Thankfully, my TEFL institution knew about RVF. Harrison, Sandra, Peter and the entire RVF Team have been phenomenal. Spain is a premier market for teaching English in Europe, and RVF will guide you through the entire process. They are experts and total professionals. Thank you so much, RVF.