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    Traditions: Christmas Lunch/Dinner in Spain

    December 10, 2020 /

    If Spanish friends or coworkers invite you to lunch or dinner in December, be prepared! This is a very special tradition in the Spanish culture and there are a few things you should know…

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    Traditions: Catalan Christmas

    December 8, 2020 /

    What's the strangest holiday tradition you celebrate?! In Catalunya they have two very interesting traditions that Claudia experienced while living there—do you know what they are?? 

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    Traditions: Mantecados and Polvorones (Spanish Christmas Sweets)

    December 3, 2020 /

    If you're in Spain at Christmas time, you're sure to notice the many large assortments of sweets. Read up first for everything you need to know to enjoy some of our favorites, mantecados and polvorones.

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    Traditions: La Lotería de Navidad in Spain

    December 1, 2020 /

    One of the strongest traditions around Christmas time in Spain is the Lotería de Navidad. Have you heard of this Christmas lottery? Will you participate? Check out this article to understand more!

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  • 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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  • Culture

    What is Cultural Transition? and How to Deal with it

    August 13, 2020 /

    The process of expanding your skill set to more deeply understand a culture different from your own can be tricky. Thankfully, guest writer Marta walks us through the process in detail, using the example of an expat adapting to Spain.

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    Job Search Abroad (Insights from Spain to US)

    August 11, 2020 /

    Searching for a job in a foreign country, culture, and language can be challenging! In this post, guest writer Gisela shares what she has learned from her experience as a Spaniard in the United States.

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    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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  • Culture

    An Introduction to the Spanish Political System

    June 25, 2020 /

    Understanding Spain's political system can help you understand many aspects of their daily life and even how they interact with you. This article is a brief introduction to how politics work in Spain.

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    The Languages of Spain: An Introduction

    June 16, 2020 /

    Do you think that Spanish is the only language spoken in Spain? If so, you are wrong. In fact, there are many languages and multiple co-official languages spoken across this diverse country.

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    Easy and Healthy Spanish Recipes

    May 7, 2020 /

    Are you looking for healthy Spanish recipes that are also relatively easy to make? In this list we have put together a list of some of our favorite Spanish foods and where you can find authentic recipes for them.

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  • Culture

    What Semana Santa Means to Me: An Interview with a Granadina

    April 5, 2020 /

    In honor of the beginning of Holy Week, we bring you an interview with a Spaniard on what this week and its traditions mean to her and her family.

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