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    Confessions: I Speak Differently to Different People

    February 6, 2018 /

    Have you ever found yourself speaking differently in different scenarios or to different people? This happens to me ALL THE TIME! Wanna find out why I think it happens? 

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    July 23, 2019

    Understanding Bars in Spain

    October 19, 2018

    Where Can I Buy That? Stuff Edition

    November 19, 2020
  • Adapting,  How to,  Living Abroad

    How to: Survive Without a Dryer

    January 30, 2018 /

    Have you been feeling like not having a dryer is really throwing off your clothes-washing process? Don't worry, we've all been there but have picked up some tips along the way to help you adapt to the Spanish way, tenderos and all!

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    August 18, 2020

    Expressions: ¿Qué tal…?

    February 11, 2020
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    October 20, 2022
  • Adapting,  How to,  Living Abroad

    Using a Shower in Spain

    January 23, 2018 /

    You may think that showering is pretty straightforward, regardless of the country you are in. But there are a few things you find different in Spain (and Europe in general). 

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    Dealing with Uncertain Times

    March 26, 2020

    Help: Why is Everything in Spain Closed in August?

    July 27, 2018

    Work-to-Live vs. Live-to-Work

    September 24, 2019
  • Adapting

    Returning Home

    December 26, 2017 /

    If you're about to head home or have recently arrived, you may be having some strange feelings about your return and re-integration into your circles. Not to worry—we've got some insight to help you through it!

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    Life is in the Street in Spain

    May 21, 2019

    An Introduction to the Job Situation in Spain

    January 14, 2020

    Empathizing with People in Uncertain Times

    May 19, 2020
  • Adapting,  Confessions,  Living Abroad

    Confessions: That Three Month Feeling

    December 19, 2017 /

    About three months in to living abroad we realize that there is a tendency to end up in an emotional place where we miss people, places, and customs that are far away. Learn about what we call the three month feeling.

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    Our Reading Recommendations for Language Learning (Spanish)

    July 10, 2018

    Making the Most of Your Host Family Experience

    May 28, 2019

    Choosing Your Coffee in Spain

    July 2, 2019
  • Adapting,  Living Abroad

    Creating Meaningful Relationships in Random Places

    December 5, 2017 /

    Making friends is hard under normal circumstances and while living and travelling abroad can seem like an almost impossible task at times. Check out these three tips for making friends in different situations. 

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    Easy Spanish for Shopping at a Supermarket

    October 24, 2019

    Living in Spain Under Lockdown

    May 28, 2020

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    March 16, 2021
  • Adapting,  Language Learning,  Living Abroad

    My First Time…At an Intercambio

    December 1, 2017 /

    We've already shared about Dani's first time, so it is only fair that you hear about mine as well. Check out this article for more details about how my first intercambio went. 

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

    September 17, 2020

    Top Resources for Planning English Lessons

    June 10, 2021

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

    November 23, 2018
  • Adapting,  Language Learning,  Living Abroad

    There’s Something Magical About the First Time―at an Intercambio

    November 24, 2017 /

    While we all may have very different experiences with our first time, Dani had an amazingly positive experience. Read more to find out how she got over her initial nervousness and saw what a good option taking the plunge of going to an intercambio is!

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    December 26, 2017

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    July 2, 2019
  • Adapting,  Culture,  Food

    Help! What is happening with the service?

    October 6, 2017 /

    Service is really important to Americans but a different emphasis is put on this job in Spain. If you're feeling frustrated with the service here, take a look at this article for a different perspective. 

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