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    Four Must-know Banking Tips Before You Move to Spain

    June 29, 2018 /

    As if there’s not enough to think about when preparing to move abroad, you really ought to prep your banking situation back home if you want to avoid stress, hassle, and fees in Spain. With these tips, though, we’ve got you covered!

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    How to: Celebrate Birthdays in Spain

    June 19, 2018 /

    Are you going to be celebrating your birthday while abroad? Is a good Spanish friend of your turning a year older and you're not sure how they do birthdays in Spain? This article has got you covered!

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    Managing Reverse Culture Shock

    June 5, 2018 /

    It’s not uncommon to feel frustration and resistance to your own culture upon returning home after a long time abroad. For those of you dealing with reverse culture shock, we’ve got some tips and personal insights to share.

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  • Food,  How to,  Preparing

    How to: Make Paella like a Spaniard

    May 11, 2018 /

    Spain is known for its paella, but how much do you really know about this special dish? Join us as we dive into the this world.

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    How To: Buy a Flamenco Dress for Sevilla’s “Feria de abril”

    April 13, 2018 /

    One of the things that might make you stand out as a foreigner is the way you dress, especially at special occasions. Today Caroline is sharing her tips and tricks for buying a dress for the Feria in Sevilla so you don't stand out so much. 

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  • How to,  Travel

    How to: be a Good Bla Bla Car Rider

    March 9, 2018 /

    If you're interested in using the ride-share company Bla Bla Car you should also be interested in being a good participant! Check out our tips on the etiquette from the rider's end.

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    March 1, 2022
  • How to,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    What are my options for returning to Spain?

    February 20, 2018 /

    Are you past the point of studying abroad during your undergraduate years, but still looking for options to live abroad in Spain? This article is the right one for you as we'll dive into the basics of teaching, studying, and working abroad.

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  • How to,  Thriving

    How to: Deal with People Speaking to You in English

    February 1, 2018 /

    When you've been doing everything you can to improve and practice your Spanish, it can be really disheartening and frustrating when others switch to English in order to engage with you. However, it's not always personal! For our insights and tips

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  • Adapting,  How to,  Living Abroad

    How to: Survive Without a Dryer

    January 30, 2018 /

    Have you been feeling like not having a dryer is really throwing off your clothes-washing process? Don't worry, we've all been there but have picked up some tips along the way to help you adapt to the Spanish way, tenderos and all!

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    Using a Shower in Spain

    January 23, 2018 /

    You may think that showering is pretty straightforward, regardless of the country you are in. But there are a few things you find different in Spain (and Europe in general). 

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  • How to,  Travel

    How to: Choose the Best Bla Bla Car

    January 9, 2018 /

    So you've decided to use the ride-share website, Bla Bla Car? You're likely to find tons of options to get you from Point A to B...be sure to check out our tips first so you can make the best decision as to which to choose!

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  • How to,  Travel

    How to: Choose a Travel Buddy

    October 27, 2017 /

    Traveling with a buddy will put you in close quarters for extended periods of time in a place you don't know well. Choose wisely who you want to share that experience with!

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