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    The Days of Semana Santa

    April 14, 2019 /

    Have you been hearing about Semana Santa and are curious about what will actually be celebrated the different days? Check out this quick introduction to the days of Semana Santa to help you understand.

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    Working Successfully with Spanish Teams

    April 11, 2019 /

    Working with other people can be difficult wherever you are. However, while intercultural teams can be wonderful, they can also be more difficult. That is why we are sharing our top tips for working with Spanish teams!

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    Semana Santa: What are Cofradías?

    April 7, 2019 /

    Many people are familiar with the Semana Santa processions that take place during the week before Easter in Spain but what do you know about the groups that organize them? Today we’re taking a look at cofradías.

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    Understanding the Beer Culture in Spain

    April 2, 2019 /

    The culture of beer, how it is consumed, and how people judge a ‘good beer’ varies from country to country. Thus, we’re sharing what you’ll want to know to understand the beer culture in Spain PLUS a video on how to order it like a pro!

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    Who are Los Reyes Católicos?

    March 31, 2019 /

    The Catholic Monarchs or the Reyes Católicos in Spanish are key players in the history of Spain as we know it. Here we’ve put together a simple introduction to who they are and what they did.

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    Help! I’m Suffering Mini Culture Shocks

    March 26, 2019 /

    Do you ever feel like there are little things that throw you off when you are traveling or living abroad? Today we are talking about mini culture shocks—small things that might make a big difference in how confortable you are abroad.

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    Weddings in Spain

    March 19, 2019 /

    If you’re preparing to attend or host a wedding in Spain, there are certainly some things youll want to know about this important celebration. Be sure to check out this basic guide to learn what will likely be different for you in terms of Spanish weddings (bodas).

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    What is el Día de San José in Spain

    March 17, 2019 /

    Are you wondering what Día de San José is and what tie it has to Father’s Day? Well look no further as we dive into this celebration today!

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    All Places are Different: Preparing for a Culture Comparison

    March 12, 2019 /

    Are you aware of how much impact your cultural perspective has how you see other cultures? This post dives in to why cultural comparison is important, and how you can do it without it being a negative comparison.

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    What is the Carnaval de Santa Cruz de Tenerife

    February 24, 2019 /

    Did you know that the Carnaval celebration in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is second to only the Carnaval celebration in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil? We’ve got all the basics covered to help you understand this important festival in Spain’s Canary Islands.

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    What is el Día de Andalucía (Day of Andalusia)

    February 3, 2019 /

    With so many local festivals in Spain, it is sometimes hard to keep track of what each one means. Today we are diving into one of the most important holidays in southern Spain: Día de Andalucía.

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    An Introduction to Spanish Wine

    January 8, 2019 /

    Today we are bringing you a beginner’s guide to Spanish wine with the hope that you will be inspired to get out there and try a glass or two (and report back to us with your favorites!).

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