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  • Adapting,  Living Abroad

    Being Home: A Reflection on the Ups and Downs of Moving Abroad

    May 9, 2021 /

    In today’s guest post, Usha shares about the challenges and benefits of moving abroad. From the noisy metropolis of Mumbai to the (comparatively) quiet London, Usha opens up about the ups and downs of international living.

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  • Adapting,  Food

    A Quick Guide to Spanish Breakfast

    April 27, 2021 /

    Breakfasts all over the world are different―from foods to drinks, you might not expect what you will find in Spain but we have you covered with this quick guide to Spanish breakfasts to help you!

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    Our Reading Recommendations for Language Learning (Spanish)

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    How to: order beer in Spain

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    Being Home: A Reflection on the Ups and Downs of Moving Abroad

    May 9, 2021
  • Adapting,  How to,  Living Abroad

    How to: Get a Phone (Number) in Spain

    April 20, 2021 /

    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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    Insights into Daily Life: An Interview

    December 11, 2018

    How to: Celebrate Birthdays in Spain

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  • Adapting,  How to,  Living Abroad

    Top Six Things You Should Know When Visiting a Doctor in Spain

    March 16, 2021 /

    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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    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2023)

    January 17, 2023

    How to: Deal with Gastos (Utilities) in Spain

    November 30, 2018

    Help! What is happening with the service?

    October 6, 2017
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    What does “Tirar la Casa por la Ventana” Mean?

    February 25, 2021 /

    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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    July 2, 2019
  • Adapting,  Culture,  Living Abroad

    What to Expect when Making Plans with Spaniards

    January 19, 2021 /

    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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    6 ways to sharpen your soft skills by living in Spain

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    How to: Make Friends with Spaniards

    March 10, 2020

    Understanding the Beer Culture in Spain

    April 2, 2019
  • Adapting,  How to,  Living Abroad

    Where Can I Buy That? Stuff Edition

    November 19, 2020 /

    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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    Help: Why is Everything in Spain Closed in August?

    July 27, 2018

    Tips for Teaching Virtually (One-on-One Classes)

    April 7, 2020

    Help! I’m having Anxiety while Abroad

    June 2, 2020
  • Adapting,  Food,  How to,  Living Abroad

    Where Can I Buy That? Food Edition

    November 17, 2020 /

    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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    How to: Cheaply Send a Package to Spain

    October 30, 2018

    An Introduction to the Job Situation in Spain

    January 14, 2020

    What Does “No hay de qué” Mean?

    February 26, 2019
  • Adapting,  Living Abroad

    Using a Public Bathroom in Spain

    October 29, 2020 /

    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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  • Adapting,  How to,  Living Abroad

    Using a Bathroom in Spain

    October 27, 2020 /

    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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    Everyone Has an Opinion… on the U.S.A.

    September 17, 2020

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  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    What Does it Mean to Group Intercambio?

    October 15, 2020 /

    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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    August 25, 2020

    Where Can I Buy That? Food Edition

    November 17, 2020
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    What Does it Mean to Intercambio?

    October 13, 2020 /

    Check out this fun and easy way to meet people and practice your Spanish while abroad―intercambios or language exchanges! 

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