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    How Life Abroad Has Shifted my Perspective

    January 23, 2020 /

    Important life events and major changes often cause us to shift our perspective and life abroad has been no different for Dani. Read about how learning Spanish, teaching English, and living in Spain has changed her.

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    December 29, 2020
  • Culture,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    The Four Most Important Things to Know About Spanish Culture Before You Move Abroad

    January 7, 2020 /

    There’s so much to consider before you decide to move abroad. Check out this article for the most important aspects of Spanish culture you should understand when preparing to live abroad.

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    An Introduction to the Spanish School System

    September 26, 2019

    Cultural Competence Part II (Evaluating Yourself)

    March 22, 2018

    The Languages of Spain: An Introduction

    June 16, 2020
  • Balance,  Living Abroad

    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2020)

    January 5, 2020 /

    At the beginning of every year we share what we are hoping to experience in the coming months. This is Claudia’s letter to the New Year.

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  • Culture,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    Traditions: New Year’s Eve in Spain

    December 31, 2019 /

    If you'll be ringing in the new year here in Spain, there's a few things you ought to know! Be sure to read up on some of the most common traditions in order to know what to expect this December 31st!

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    Traditions: Christmas Lunch/Dinner in Spain

    December 10, 2020

    Semana Santa: What are Cofradías?

    April 7, 2019

    The Integration of the Elderly into Spanish Society

    May 29, 2018
  • Adapting,  How to,  Living Abroad

    Where Can I Buy That? Clothes Edition

    December 12, 2019 /

    As you settle into your life here in Spain, you're sure to need to do a little shopping. In today’s post, Claudia and Dani take you out shopping to their favorite places for clothes!

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    October 15, 2020

    Confessions: That Three Month Feeling

    December 19, 2017

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    May 21, 2020
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Being Thankful: Celebrating Thanksgiving in Spain

    November 28, 2019 /

    Happy Thanksgiving! Even though you might be super thankful for your study or live abroad experience, the holiday time can be hard. Check out these top tips for celebrating your traditions abroad.

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    Expat Life in Madrid

    August 31, 2021

    How to: Balance Two Worlds

    November 3, 2020

    Letters to a New Year (Dani)

    January 4, 2018
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Why I’m Thankful for my Abroad Experience

    November 26, 2019 /

    It’s that time of year when we’re all feeling extra thankful so Dani’s opening up on five reasons why she’s grateful for her time studying, teaching, and living abroad in Spain.

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    January 26, 2021

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    May 18, 2023

    This is My Life Now: Dani

    March 15, 2018
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    I’ll Never Truly be American Again Either

    November 21, 2019 /

    Is culture inherent or can it be learned? I'm trying to learn so much of Spanish culture these days that I feel like I'll never feel fully comfortable in the American culture again.

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    February 21, 2019

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    February 16, 2021

    Confessions: I’m not Spending the Holidays with my Family

    December 6, 2018
  • Confessions,  Culture,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    I’ll Never Truly be Spanish…

    November 19, 2019 /

    It isn't always easy living in a different place to where you grew up and changing cultures. This post is in a series of articles talking about finding balance with the new you...even if you'll never be Spanish. 

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    Confessions: That Three Month Feeling

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  • Living Abroad

    Why I Went Abroad (Claudia’s Story)

    October 13, 2019 /

    What is a good enough reason for going abroad? We think any reason is good enough! Read Claudia’s story about how she ended up living abroad in this story.

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    A Beginner’s Guide to Spanish Cheeses

    May 25, 2018

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    August 31, 2018

    How to: Deal with Gastos (Utilities) in Spain

    November 30, 2018
  • Adapting,  Culture,  Living Abroad

    Work-to-Live vs. Live-to-Work

    September 24, 2019 /

    When moving to a new place, little things about the new culture can often surprise you. Check out this article to see how we are analyzing the work situation in Spain.  

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    Best Sites for Finding an Apartment in Spain

    August 8, 2019

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

    November 23, 2018

    The Importance of Coffee Shops in Spain

    November 6, 2018
  • Living Abroad,  Study Abroad

    A Few Study Abroad Resources From People Who’ve Been There

    September 19, 2019 /

    Looking for some first-hand insights into studying abroad (and living abroad in general)? Look no further, we’ve compiled some good ones for you!

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    August 18, 2020
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