Travel & Education:
Travel & Education (T&E) offers summer study abroad, Spanish immersion programs to high school / secondary school students at accredited language academies in the port city of Santander, on the beautiful north coast of Spain. Santander is a highly popular location for native Spaniards and tourists who want to enjoy a trip to the beach. The city was the summer residence of King Alfonso XIII, who brought great popularity to the city through the construction of the Palacio de la Magdalena.
The main sights and monuments in Santander include the Santander Cathedral, the Museum of Fine Arts, the Palacio de la Magdalena and its gardens, and El Sardinero, which is the city’s historic district complete with two beautiful beaches, gardens, and historical buildings.
The city has a population of about 200,000, making it quiet and peaceful, and the surrounding scenery adds to the ambiance. There is plenty to do in addition to enjoy nature; Santander has museums, parks, theaters, sports, and excursion options.
The lifestyle in Santander is said to be more leisurely compared to other European countries, and it is important to play as hard as you work. Most residents go for an evening stroll along the main streets of the city or spend their nights socializing in bars and cafes that stay open through the next day.
Palacio de la Magdalena in Santander
Shoreline at sunset in Santander
San Emeterio abbey in Santander