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How to: Get a Phone (Number) in Spain
Staying connected with a phone and local phone number is essential for a smooth transition when you move to Spain, but the process may be different to what you’re used to. Fear not, we've compiled all of the basics.
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Top Six Things You Should Know When Visiting a Doctor in Spain
Feeling a little nervous about visiting the doctor while living abroad in Spain? We’ve been there and that is why we are sharing our top tips and important vocabulary to know when visiting the doctor.
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What does “Tirar la Casa por la Ventana” Mean?
If you’ve been in Spain for awhile now, you might have heard the expression “Tirar la casa por la ventana” but what does it mean? In this post we dive into the details and share two examples to help you learn.
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What to Expect when Making Plans with Spaniards
Culture affects everything―right down to the way we understand and make plans! If you've tried planning with Spaniards and come away a bit frustrated or are looking to make plans with new friends and wondering what to anticipate, these insights are just for you.
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Where Can I Buy That? Stuff Edition
As you settle into your life here in Spain, you're sure to need to do a little shopping. In this series, you'll find some insights as to where we buy the essentials. This is our second stop: STUFF!
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Where Can I Buy That? Food Edition
As you settle into your life here in Spain, you're sure to need to do a little shopping. In this series, you'll find some insights as to where we buy the essentials. This is our first stop: FOOD!
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Using a Public Bathroom in Spain
It seems like a topic that could be left unsaid, but we're gonna be straight with you―there are things you should be aware of before using a public bathroom here in Spain. Here are our tips for you boys and girls
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Using a Bathroom in Spain
There are some small, yet notable differences between bathrooms in Spain and the US so we've compiled some explanations and anecdotes to help you adapt and avoid those awkward questions after you've arrived.
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What Does it Mean to Group Intercambio?
Intercambios are fun and easy way to meet people and practice your Spanish while abroad. Group intercambios mean that you are not focused on one-on-one learning but are together with a larger group of people.
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What Does it Mean to Intercambio?
Check out this fun and easy way to meet people and practice your Spanish while abroad―intercambios or language exchanges!
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How to: Use Correos (Part I)
Figuring out how to use the post office (and even tabacco shops!) to get an international card or package sent off to loved ones may seem daunting but here we’ve got everything you need to know when using correos to send mail home from Spain.
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Spanish Style Eating
Food is a culture in and of itself, so we've compiled the basics to help you understand expectations and timetables when it comes to eating in Spain. Check it out, but be ready to get hungry!
