Best study abroad experience

Pure Study Abroad definitely delivered its "No Frills. Just Adventure" motto. Having already participated in several study abroad programs, I expected a similar experience when I signed up for Pure Study Abroad. Instead, PSA was incredibly unique and distinctive. I loved the intensive immersion Spanish class, especially because we had the opportunity to experience its practical application outside of the classroom every day. I started at a beginner level, and was amazed when by Day 2 I could already communicate with a waiter enough to order my meal without lapsing into English.

My favorite part of the program was how much time we had to explore the island and find our own adventures. I've never had so much free time built into any other study abroad experience. Since we only had class every other day, we had the rest of the time to travel to different towns and beaches, hike, and sight-see. The best part of the experience was that the time I spent adventuring outside of the classroom really helped develop my language skills, since I had to interact with locals every day!