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  • Confessions,  Living Abroad

    Holiday Experience 2020 (Claudia)

    December 24, 2020 /

    This year hasn’t been easy for any of us and holiday times can highlight the ups and downs. In this post Claudia dives into her 2020 holiday experience and what she is doing to keep it bright.

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  • Confessions,  Living Abroad

    Holiday Experience 2020 (Dani)

    December 22, 2020 /

    The holidays are bound to feel different this year. As such, we wanted to share with you how we’ll be celebrating and making the season bright regardless. This post covers Dani’s plans.

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  • Culture,  Living Abroad

    Traditions: Catalan Christmas

    December 8, 2020 /

    What's the strangest holiday tradition you celebrate?! In Catalunya they have two very interesting traditions that Claudia experienced while living there—do you know what they are?? 

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  • Culture,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    Traditions: La Lotería de Navidad in Spain

    December 1, 2020 /

    One of the strongest traditions around Christmas time in Spain is the Lotería de Navidad. Have you heard of this Christmas lottery? Will you participate? Check out this article to understand more!

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  • Confessions,  Living Abroad

    Confessions: I am Feeling Vulnerable in these Uncertain Times

    November 26, 2020 /

    It’s the time of the year when many people are preparing to celebrate, to spend time with family. This year, however, I must confess that I am feeling a little be vulnerable, far away from home. Here are three things I am feeling.

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  • Living Abroad,  Preparing

    Find and Connect with an Online Therapist

    November 24, 2020 /

    Today we want to share with you a quick interview we did with licensed therapist Elizabeth Marston. She answers some of our basic questions on virtual therapy and what you should look for in a therapist.

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  • 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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  • 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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    How to: Survive Without a Dryer

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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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  • Adapting,  Living Abroad

    Using a Public Bathroom in Spain

    October 29, 2020 /

    It seems like a topic that could be left unsaid, but we're gonna be straight with you―there are things you should be aware of before using a public bathroom here in Spain. Here are our tips for you boys and girls

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  • 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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  • How to,  Living Abroad

    How to: Vote as an American Living Abroad

    September 22, 2020 /

    Voting in the U.S. elections from abroad may seem like a complicated process, but if you know where to get your information and what to submit, it doesn’t have to be! Follow these steps if you’re an American living overseas.

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