I will always tell people about the amazing family I lived with abroad. My experience in an apartment with my host mom, host brother, dog and other study abroad student who later became one of my best friends was truly the most enriching experience. To have that home aspect, while being so far away from your actual home elevated my experience in Madrid. Also, from living in a homestay, my Spanish improved so much and I tried new foods!
My favorite class was Museo del Prado- an art history class about the art pieces in the Prado Museum of Madrid. The combination of educational history in the classroom paired with in person visits to the museum combined my favorite styles of learning. It was an enjoyable class I would recommend to anyone who likes art, is looking to further their knowledge of art history, or wants to become more confident in their Spanish comprehension skills.