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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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    Dealing with Uncertain Times

    March 26, 2020

    Best Sites for Finding an Apartment in Spain

    August 8, 2019

    What to Expect at Sunday Lunch in Spain

    June 28, 2021
  • 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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    Seasonings and Spices in Spain

    March 23, 2018

    Creating Spanish Friendship Through Food and Drink

    July 16, 2019

    How to: Properly Prepare a Tostada de Tomate

    April 29, 2021
  • 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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    What to Pack for Your Study Abroad Experience

    January 14, 2021

    Embracing Your Empowered Expat Woman

    May 23, 2024

    Choosing between a Homestay and Student Residence

    July 30, 2019
  • 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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    Where Can I Buy That? Food Edition

    November 17, 2020

    Insights into Daily Life: An Interview

    December 11, 2018

    Lexa’s Personal Experience Teaching English in Spain

    March 20, 2018
  • 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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    Master Packing for Every Length of Trip

    July 28, 2020

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

    March 16, 2021

    How to: Rent a Car in Spain

    August 24, 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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    Tips for Teaching Virtually (One-on-One Classes)

    April 7, 2020

    The Ultimate Guide to Learning Spanish: Season One Round-up

    May 23, 2021

    Managing Reverse Culture Shock

    June 5, 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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    Managing Finances for a Short-term Stay in Spain

    August 23, 2021

    Using a Shower in Spain

    January 23, 2018

    Remote Work In Spain: A Guide For Expats And Digital Nomads

    December 14, 2023
  • 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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    Using a Public Bathroom in Spain

    October 29, 2020

    Where Can I Buy That? Food Edition

    November 17, 2020

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

    November 23, 2018
  • 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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    Work-to-Live vs. Live-to-Work

    September 24, 2019

    Dealing with Uncertain Times

    March 26, 2020

    Our Reading Recommendations for Language Learning (Spanish)

    July 10, 2018
  • 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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    How to: Deal with People Speaking to You in English

    February 1, 2018

    How to: Travel on a Budget

    August 27, 2019

    How to: Survive Without a Dryer

    January 30, 2018
  • 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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    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2018)

    January 4, 2018

    Don’t Lose That ‘Tourist’ Feeling

    September 12, 2019

    Finding Balance with Spanish Food

    August 31, 2017
  • 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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    PDA is Everywhere in Spain

    May 8, 2018

    How to: Make Friends with Spaniards

    March 10, 2020

    What does ‘Poco a poco’ Mean!?

    May 12, 2020
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