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    How to: Get a Phone (Number) in Spain

    April 20, 2021 /

    Staying connected with a phone and local phone number is essential for a smooth transition when you move to Spain, but the process may be different to what you’re used to. Fear not, we've compiled all of the basics.

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  • Food,  How to

    How to: Balance Healthy Eating while Living Alone

    April 13, 2021 /

    Healthy eating isn’t necessarily easy for anyone, but we’ve found that it is really hard to maintain good practices when you live alone. That is why we are sharing our top five tips to balance healthy eating while living alone.

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    Creating Spanish Friendship Through Food and Drink

    July 16, 2019

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    October 18, 2021

    Choosing Your Coffee in Spain

    July 2, 2019
  • How to,  Thriving

    How to: Bridge the Language Gap

    April 8, 2021 /

    When trying to communicate with someone with a different native language than yours, it’s easy to get stuck in the language gap. In this article we discuss six tactics that will help you bridge the gap and overcome this obstacle.

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    Renting an Apartment in Spain

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    Make the Most of Studying Virtually

    April 9, 2020
  • Adapting,  How to,  Living Abroad

    Top Six Things You Should Know When Visiting a Doctor in Spain

    March 16, 2021 /

    Feeling a little nervous about visiting the doctor while living abroad in Spain? We’ve been there and that is why we are sharing our top tips and important vocabulary to know when visiting the doctor.

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    Choosing Your Coffee in Spain

    July 2, 2019

    How to: Survive Without a Dryer

    January 30, 2018

    How to: order beer in Spain

    July 9, 2019
  • How to,  Thriving

    How to: Find Community and Make Friends Online

    February 18, 2021 /

    In the weird world we currently live in, you may feel isolated need to consider creative ways to feel connected. We’ve got lots of tips for where you can find community online and how you can make new friends—virtually.

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    How to: Survive Without a Dryer

    January 30, 2018

    At Home Anywhere: A Book Review

    April 28, 2020

    How to: Plan and Execute a Successful Private Lesson for Kids

    October 4, 2018
  • How to,  Preparing

    How to: Talk to Your Family About Moving Abroad

    January 28, 2021 /

    If you’re feeling resistance from family members who are unsupportive about your choice to move abroad, you are not alone! We’ve got four tips to help you maneuver and master these tough conversations.

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    What are my options for returning to Spain?

    February 20, 2018

    Where Can I Buy That? Food Edition

    November 17, 2020

    How to: Get Private Lessons (as a Teacher) in Spain

    October 2, 2018
  • How to,  Preparing,  Study Abroad

    What to Pack for Your Study Abroad Experience

    January 14, 2021 /

    Fitting everything you need for multiple months abraod into just one suitcase and a carry-on may seem impossible. However, we assure you it will not be if you keep these tips of what to bring and what to leave in mind.

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    May 23, 2024

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    April 9, 2020
  • Adapting,  How to,  Living Abroad

    Where Can I Buy That? Stuff Edition

    November 19, 2020 /

    As you settle into your life here in Spain, you're sure to need to do a little shopping. In this series, you'll find some insights as to where we buy the essentials. This is our second stop: STUFF!

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

    September 17, 2020

    An Introduction to the Job Situation in Spain

    January 14, 2020

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    January 15, 2019
  • Adapting,  Food,  How to,  Living Abroad

    Where Can I Buy That? Food Edition

    November 17, 2020 /

    As you settle into your life here in Spain, you're sure to need to do a little shopping. In this series, you'll find some insights as to where we buy the essentials. This is our first stop: FOOD!

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    What does ‘Poco a poco’ Mean!?

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  • How to,  Preparing,  Study Abroad

    Having Difficult Conversations: Preparing Yourself for Grief and Loss While Living Abroad

    November 5, 2020 /

    With the magic of living abroad comes the reality of being far away in the event of difficult situations. Avoid making those even harder by preparing yourself by discussing death and illness with your family before you leave. Here’s what you should consider.

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  • Balance,  How to,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    How to: Balance Two Worlds

    November 3, 2020 /

    Living abroad can create some tension between wanting to be present in two separate worlds—your life abroad and your life back home. While everyone is different, we'd like to share our tips on striking the right balance!

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    Confessions: Sometimes I Live in My Own Bubble

    March 2, 2021

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    February 9, 2021

    Living in Spanish is Tiring

    September 1, 2020
  • Adapting,  How to,  Living Abroad

    Using a Bathroom in Spain

    October 27, 2020 /

    There are some small, yet notable differences between bathrooms in Spain and the US so we've compiled some explanations and anecdotes to help you adapt and avoid those awkward questions after you've arrived.

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    Insights into Daily Life: An Interview

    December 11, 2018

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