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An Introduction to ETA (Basque Separatist Terrorism)
We are talking politics again on the blog as we try to learn understand more about ETA, the (once extremist) group that fought for years for Basque Independence.
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Coming to Terms with “No Pasa Nada”
When I first arrived in Spain I was enamored with their laid-back “no pasa nada” attitude but as time has gone on it’s become more difficult to embrace. Today I’m fessing up to the ways in which I’ll never “be no pasa nada” and why.
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Being Home: A Reflection on the Ups and Downs of Moving Abroad
In today’s guest post, Usha shares about the challenges and benefits of moving abroad. From the noisy metropolis of Mumbai to the (comparatively) quiet London, Usha opens up about the ups and downs of international living.
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Confessions: I’m Still Learning How to Accept Who I am
Sometimes, living abroad can make you feel like your "two selves" are always at odds. However, it's important to reflect and embrace that maybe that's just the person you are! These are Dani’s thoughts over the past four years.
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How to: Get a Phone (Number) in Spain
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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Living and Traveling in Spain as a Black Person: An Interview with Somto
Being Black can impact your living abroad and traveling experiences in Spain. While we are not experts when it comes to this topic, we have interviewed someone who is. In this interview we talk with Somto of the Somto Seeks blog about being a Black traveler and expat.
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Cómo Aprender Español: Temas Tabúes
In the fifth episode of our Cómo Aprender Español video series, Dani speaks with Spanish teacher Anabel Fortes about taboo topics that are not usually discuss in the classroom, but that are very important in our real lives.
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Top Six Things You Should Know When Visiting a Doctor in Spain
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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Confessions: My Life is in English
Even though I’ve lived abroad in Spain for years, I find my life is still primarily lived in English. At first, I felt disappointed with myself but thanks to some reflection, I’ve got a different view now.
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What is SAD and How it Impacts Your Life Abroad
Winter is coming to an end in the northern hemisphere but it seems like more than ever SAD or Seasonal Affective Disorder is part of daily life. Are you feeling tired or down? Not like yourself? Could it be that you have SAD?
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Confessions: We Still Get Sad Living Abroad
Living abroad isn't always sunshine and roses. Just like at home, you'll have your good days and bad days, but it's important to recognize this so that you're capable of getting yourself through it when this happens.
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How Dani Ended Up Living Abroad
Those of us who end up abroad do so at different times of our lives and for different reasons. If you are wondering how Dani ended up abroad, check out this post!
