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  • Adapting,  How to

    How to: Use Correos (Part I)

    October 8, 2020 /

    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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    Help! What is happening with the service?

    October 6, 2017

    Choosing Your Coffee in Spain

    July 2, 2019

    Expressions: ¿Qué tal…?

    February 11, 2020
  • Adapting,  Culture,  Food

    Spanish Style Eating

    October 1, 2020 /

    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!

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    How to: Feel Comfortable Giving a Presentation in Spanish

    September 11, 2018

    Culture Shock in Spain Stories from around the Globe

    July 26, 2020

    My Real Life in Spain

    December 22, 2022
  • Adapting

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

    September 17, 2020 /

    There are many experiences that you will have while traveling or living abroad, but one I bet you won’t be able to avoid is having people tell you what they think about the U.S.A.

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    Spanish Style Eating

    October 1, 2020

    Dealing with Uncertain Times

    March 26, 2020

    Lexa’s Personal Experience Teaching English in Spain

    March 20, 2018
  • Adapting,  How to

    7 Steps to a Successful Peluquería Trip (Getting a Haircut in Spain)

    September 8, 2020 /

    Getting a haircut can be a stressful experience no matter where you, although doing so in Spain―in another language―can be even more intimidating. Fear not! With these tips you'll be a pro at the hair salon in no time!

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    PDA is Everywhere in Spain

    May 8, 2018

    My First Time…At an Intercambio

    December 1, 2017

    My Top Resources for Writing in Spanish

    October 26, 2018
  • Adapting,  Living Abroad

    Adapting to a New Culture: Dani’s Experiences

    August 25, 2020 /

    Adapting is hard. In this post we share Dani’s experience on adapting to a new culture, some ups and downs, and tips for finding your own way while living abroad in a new country.

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    Learn Spanish: Intercambios de Idiomas

    January 15, 2019

    Tips for Teaching Virtually (Group Classes)

    April 14, 2020

    Student-Teacher Relationships in Spain (Part I)

    June 8, 2018
  • Adapting,  Living Abroad

    Adapting to a New Culture: Claudia’s Experiences

    August 20, 2020 /

    Adapting is hard. In this post we share Claudia’s experience on adapting to a new culture, some ups and downs, and tips for finding your own way while living abroad in a new country.

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    How to: Deal with Gastos (Utilities) in Spain

    November 30, 2018

    Help! I Need to Replace my Butano

    April 16, 2019

    PDA is Everywhere in Spain

    May 8, 2018
  • Adapting,  Living Abroad

    Adapting to a New Culture: What You Should Know

    August 18, 2020 /

    Are you wondering how long it will take you to adapt to a new culture? Are you frustrated it hasn’t happened as quickly as you would have liked? In this post we dive in to what you should know about this process.

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    How to: Cheaply Send a Package to Spain

    October 30, 2018

    How I Survive Spain’s Fish with Bones

    February 5, 2019

    How To: Buy a Flamenco Dress for Sevilla’s “Feria de abril”

    April 13, 2018
  • Adapting,  Culture

    Culture Shock in Spain Stories from around the Globe

    July 26, 2020 /

    Are you wondering about the types of culture shock people face when they move abroad to Spain? Today we have four guest writers who are sharing their insights into what surprised them most when they moved abroad.

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    Help! I Need to Replace my Butano

    April 16, 2019

    How to: Cheaply Send a Package to Spain

    October 30, 2018

    Why do People Walk Everywhere in Spain?

    July 13, 2018
  • Adapting

    Understanding Spain’s Policy on Coronavirus

    June 30, 2020 /

    In recent weeks, there have been a lot of changes in Spain in terms of the approach to de-escalating the COVID-19 pandemic. This resource will help you understand the different phases and current rules.

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    Living in Spain Under Lockdown

    May 28, 2020

    Our Top Tips for Learning Spanish

    August 15, 2019

    Help! I’m failing Spanish school (and they tell me it’s normal)

    November 23, 2018
  • Adapting

    Help! I’m having Anxiety while Abroad

    June 2, 2020 /

    Everyone deals with situations differently. One of my responses to stress is anxiety, even when I am supposed to be ‘living my best life’ while abroad and today I want to talk about how I handle the situation.

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    What Does it Mean to Intercambio?

    October 13, 2020

    Confessions: I Speak Differently to Different People

    February 6, 2018

    The Roller Coaster of Learning a Language

    August 13, 2019
  • Adapting,  Confessions

    Living in Spain Under Lockdown

    May 28, 2020 /

    The current pandemic has created lockdown situations around the globe, but each has been a bit different. Here, Dani shares about her personal experience (logistically, emotionally, and mentally) living in Spain under lockdown.

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    How to: Use Correos (Part I)

    October 8, 2020

    What is Día de la Constitución or December 6th holidays?

    December 5, 2019

    Using a Public Bathroom in Spain

    October 29, 2020
  • Adapting,  Balance

    Dealing with Lockdown Productivity Frustrations

    May 21, 2020 /

    Are you feeling frustrated because you don’t feel like you are as productive as you would like to be? Are you caught up in comparing yourself with others in the aspect? We have three top tips for you!

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    7 Steps to a Successful Peluquería Trip (Getting a Haircut in Spain)

    September 8, 2020

    PDA is Everywhere in Spain

    May 8, 2018

    Understanding Spain’s Policy on Coronavirus

    June 30, 2020
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