Itinerary
Housing
Meals
Transport
Our Itinerary
Day 1
Depart USA
- Fly to Barcelona, Spain
Day 2
Arrive in Barcelona, Spain
- Arrive in Barcelona Airport
- Meet with EZC Study Abroad Representative
- Travel to city centre by private bus
- Check in to Housing
- Welcome Dinner in Barcelona
Day 3
Exploring Barcelona
- Arrival Orientation with EZC Study Abroad
- Explore Barcelona through a guided tour
Stops will include the famous Gaudi architectural works, such as the Sagrada Familia and Park Güell, the Gothic district, and other sites that contribute to the unique culture of the city. - Lunch & Dinner
Day 4
Barcelona
- 2 Hour Class – Faculty Member
- Visit the port of Barcelona
- Guest lecture: The Barcelona Port – Role and Opportunity: The Barcelona Port is more than just a dock for ships – it serves an important role in the local economy, providing wealth and new opportunities connecting local businesses to new markets
- Lunch & Dinner
Day 5
Visit to Poblenou
- Visit to Poblenou: Barcelona’s ‘Silicon Valley’
- Lunch
- Guest Lecture: International Business in the Mediterranean Region
- Dinner – Enjoy a Typical Catalan Meal
Day 6
Visit to Valencia
- A Private coach transfer to Valencia
- Check in to housing
- Walking tour to see the most famous sites of Valencia
- Dinner – Paella cooking class and dinner
Day 7
Valencia
- Visit a small local business owned and managed by an American expat and learn about cultural differences in the workplace and leadership in business
- Free Afternoon
- Lunch & Dinner
Day 8
Lectures
- 2 Hour Guest Lecture
- Lunch
- 2 Hour Class – Faculty
- Dinner
Day 9
Valencia
- 2 Hour Guest Lecture
- Lunch
- Free Afternoon
- Dinner
Day 10
Back to Barcelona
- Check out of housing in Valencia
- Lunch
- Private Bus Transfer to Barcelona
- Free afternoon & evening
Day 11
Visit to Freixenet
- Visit to Freixenet: Discover the art of Cava Wine and learn how a family business became an international brand
- Lunch
- 2 Hour Class – Faculty
- Farewell Dinner
Day 12
Return to USA
- Private Transfer to Barcelona Airport
- Depart for USA
Housing
- Housing will be in 3* central hotels
- Twin bedrooms with private bathrooms for the students
- Single bedroom with private bathroom for faculty
Meals
- Breakfast is included
- 4 groups lunches and dinners are included
Transport
- For the most part students will walk around Barcelona & Valencia as well as other locations they will visit
- Private transport will be arranged for airport transfers and day trips
- Public transport may be used for shorter excursions
