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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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    Lexa’s Personal Experience Teaching English in Spain

    March 20, 2018

    Top Resources for Planning English Lessons

    June 10, 2021

    Culture Shock: The Insights of a Spaniard in America

    February 2, 2020
  • 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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    How to: Tapas in Granada

    October 22, 2019

    Confessions: Five Years of “Friend-Dating” (Dani’s Success Story)

    June 6, 2026

    How to Get a Student Visa to Study in Spain

    April 13, 2023
  • Living Abroad,  Preparing

    Which Health and Beauty Products Should I Bring to Spain?

    September 10, 2020 /

    When preparing to move abroad to Spain you may be worrying that you won’t be able to find any of your most-needed health and beauty products. Not to fear, we’ve done the hunting and gathered the prices for a lot of the items you’re wondering about.

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    How to: Host Long-term Visitors

    July 20, 2023

    You Can Want to Belong in Spain and Still Want Your Dentist to Speak English

    September 12, 2026

    A Beginner’s Guide to Spanish Cheeses

    May 25, 2018
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad

    A Conversation with Expat Coach and Psychologist Gabriela

    August 27, 2020 /

    We sat down with expat coach and psychologist Gabriela Encina to discuss expat anxiety, expat loneliness, getting professional support, and more. Here’s what we learned.

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    Confessions: Dealing with Mental Health Issues while Abroad

    December 20, 2018

    7 things I like about living in Finland

    November 23, 2023

    Confessions: I’m Nervous About Going Home

    June 13, 2019
  • Adapting,  Living Abroad

    Adapting to a New Culture: Dani’s Experiences

    August 25, 2020 /

    Adapting is hard. In this post we share Dani’s experience on adapting to a new culture, some ups and downs, and tips for finding your own way while living abroad in a new country.

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    How to: Rent a Car in Spain

    August 24, 2018

    Help! What is happening with the service?

    October 6, 2017

    Make the Most of Studying Virtually

    April 9, 2020
  • Adapting,  Living Abroad

    Adapting to a New Culture: Claudia’s Experiences

    August 20, 2020 /

    Adapting is hard. In this post we share Claudia’s experience on adapting to a new culture, some ups and downs, and tips for finding your own way while living abroad in a new country.

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    What Does it Mean to Intercambio?

    October 13, 2020

    You Can Want to Belong in Spain and Still Want Your Dentist to Speak English

    September 12, 2026

    How to: order beer in Spain

    July 9, 2019
  • Adapting,  Living Abroad

    Adapting to a New Culture: What You Should Know

    August 18, 2020 /

    Are you wondering how long it will take you to adapt to a new culture? Are you frustrated it hasn’t happened as quickly as you would have liked? In this post we dive in to what you should know about this process.

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    How to: Feel Comfortable Giving a Presentation in Spanish

    September 11, 2018

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

    April 13, 2018

    Creating Spanish Friendship Through Food and Drink

    July 16, 2019
  • Culture,  Living Abroad

    Job Search Abroad (Insights from Spain to US)

    August 11, 2020 /

    Searching for a job in a foreign country, culture, and language can be challenging! In this post, guest writer Gisela shares what she has learned from her experience as a Spaniard in the United States.

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    Neighborhoods of Granada Guide

    March 9, 2021

    The Integration of the Elderly into Spanish Society

    May 29, 2018

    Catholic but not Catholic

    December 3, 2019
  • Living Abroad,  Preparing

    An Introduction to Culture Shock

    July 23, 2020 /

    What does it mean to have culture shock? Is it 'good' or 'bad?' This article provides a brief description of culture shock and the four phases you will most probably go through as you begin to settle into your new home.

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    Four Must-know Banking Tips Before You Move to Spain

    June 29, 2018

    How to: Host Long-term Visitors

    July 20, 2023

    Confessions: I am Feeling Vulnerable in these Uncertain Times

    November 26, 2020
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Confessions: Moving Abroad Doesn’t Necessarily Get Easier

    July 21, 2020 /

    I’m on the move again and realizing that while I’ve picked up some good tips, moving for the 8th time isn’t necessarily all that easier than the first time. Check out my story to see more about what I’ve learned.

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    Expat Life in Madrid

    August 31, 2021

    An Interview with Monta Lio (An Aussie-Spanish Band)

    May 26, 2020

    Expat Life in Almeria

    September 28, 2021
  • Living Abroad,  Preparing,  Study Abroad

    Mental Health Resources while Abroad

    June 4, 2020 /

    One of the things we don’t tend to talk about is who/where to go if you are having mental health issues when living or studying abroad This list of resources should help you get started on finding the help you are looking for.

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    Confessions: I am a Serial Friender

    February 15, 2018

    What to Expect when Making Plans with Spaniards

    January 19, 2021

    Giving Birth as an Expat in Spain – Insights from a Doula

    September 7, 2021
  • Living Abroad

    A Sunset in Southern Spain (A Short Story)

    May 31, 2020 /

    This short story, written by our very own Dani, is a snapshot of the life of Laura, a British expat living in Southern Spain during the Coronavirus outbreak.

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    Confessions: I’m Still Learning How to Accept Who I am

    May 4, 2021

    Snapshots of Spain during Semana Santa

    April 1, 2018

    6 ways to sharpen your soft skills by living in Spain

    March 16, 2023
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