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    What is this “Name Day” Tradition in Spain?

    November 5, 2019 /

    Did you know that it is common to celebrate your “name day” here in Spain (as well as many other European countries)? If this is a new concept to you, be sure to check out some of the basics about this tradition!

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  • Culture,  Food,  How to,  Preparing

    How to: Tapas in Granada

    October 22, 2019 /

    The art of ordering tapas―tapeando―may seem simple, but there are a few things we think you should know before you go out for free food here in Granada. Read up ahead of time so you can hit the bar as a pro!

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  • Culture,  Food,  Preparing

    What is the Mediterranean Diet?

    October 15, 2019 /

    If you’re interested in eating more healthfully through the Mediterranean Diet but uncertain exactly what that means or what such food looks like here in Spain, this article’s for you!

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  • Culture

    Types of Celebrations in Spain

    September 29, 2019 /

    As a general rule, Spaniards love to celebrate! And this post has been developed to share insight into different kinds of celebrations that you will find during your time in Spain.

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  • Culture,  Preparing

    An Introduction to the Spanish School System

    September 26, 2019 /

    School is different all around the world and what you find in Spain is likely to surprise you. To give you a betting insight into the Spanish school system, we are breaking it down for you from an insider’s perspective.

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  • Adapting,  Culture,  Living Abroad

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

    September 24, 2019 /

    When moving to a new place, little things about the new culture can often surprise you. Check out this article to see how we are analyzing the work situation in Spain.  

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  • Culture,  Food

    My Experience with Eating Outdoors in Spain

    July 28, 2019 /

    Due to the weather, the culture, and the availability of places with outdoor seating, eating outdoors is incredibly common in Spain. In this article we outline some of the reasons why and the reality that you may find here.

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  • Culture,  Thriving

    Understanding the Weather in Spain

    July 25, 2019 /

    The weather in Spain isn’t ALWAYS sunny. Check out this post and video to understand more about Spanish weather and how to thrive in its ever-changing climate

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  • Adapting,  Culture

    What’s Happening? Kids Out Until Midnight in Spain

    July 23, 2019 /

    Have you ever wondered why there are kids running around the streets until midnight? Here we dive into why we think this is so culturally acceptable in Spain.

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  • Culture

    Día de Santiago in Spain

    July 21, 2019 /

    Saint James (or Santiago in Spanish) is the Patron Saint to Spain. His “day” is celebrated on the 25th of July. In this post we cover a little bit of the history and celebrations that you will see if you are lucky enough to be in Galicia on this day.

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  • Culture

    My Experience with Coffee in Spain

    July 7, 2019 /

    It seems like coffee has an important role to play all around the world. However, we have experience of living the importance of coffee in Spain. Are you interested in finding out what we have personally discovered…?

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  • Culture,  Preparing

    Fútbol as a Religion in Spain

    June 18, 2019 /

    Have you ever wondered if the obsession with soccer (fútbol in Spanish) in Spain was actually as big as it seems from the outside looking in? Read this article to see why we think fútbol is almost like a religion in Spain.

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