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    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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    Confessions: I am Feeling Vulnerable in these Uncertain Times

    November 26, 2020

    Getting out there―Being Socially Awkward while Abroad

    January 21, 2021

    Accepting Others’ Journeys

    December 7, 2017
  • Food,  Preparing

    Can I Survive as a Celiac in Spain

    November 12, 2020 /

    Being a celiac means you have to be careful about where and what you are eating. You have to know if you will have access to food that fits you before moving abroad. This article lets you know if you will be okay in Spain. 

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    Easy and Healthy Spanish Recipes

    May 7, 2020

    Choosing Your Spanish Wine and Wine-based Drinks

    July 11, 2019

    Best Wine Regions in Spain

    October 19, 2023
  • Food,  Preparing

    Can I survive as a Vegetarian or Vegan in Spain?

    November 10, 2020 /

    Food is one of the most important things when traveling/going abroad (at least in my world), so the question about being able to survive with eating restrictions is normal. This is part 1: vegetarianism. 

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    What You Need to Know About Oviedo

    October 18, 2021

    Easy and Healthy Spanish Recipes

    May 7, 2020

    The Best (Beverage) Ferias I’ve Stumbled Upon in Spain

    July 14, 2019
  • How to,  Preparing,  Study Abroad

    Having Difficult Conversations: Preparing Yourself for Grief and Loss While Living Abroad

    November 5, 2020 /

    With the magic of living abroad comes the reality of being far away in the event of difficult situations. Avoid making those even harder by preparing yourself by discussing death and illness with your family before you leave. Here’s what you should consider.

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    How to: Make Paella like a Spaniard

    May 11, 2018

    Spending the Holidays Away from Home

    December 13, 2021

    How to: Tapas in Granada

    October 22, 2019
  • How to,  Preparing,  Study Abroad

    Your First Conversation with Your Host Family

    September 29, 2020 /

    Moving in with a family of strangers comes with a lot of uncertainties and you may be nervous just thinking about it! In this post we cover the common behaviors and questions you can expect from your host family so you can feel prepared.

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    A Quick Guide to a Spanish Tapas-Inspired Snack Night

    May 6, 2021

    How to: Recover from Accidentally Being Rude… in Another Culture

    June 6, 2019

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

    April 13, 2018
  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    What does it mean to be a ‘Guiri’

    September 15, 2020 /

    When you arrive in Spain you will probably hear the word guiri and, more disconcertingly, it will probably be directed at you. What does this mean? Read more to find out!

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    Cómo Aprender Español: Cómo Quitar el Miedo al Hablar

    January 24, 2021

    Expressions: When and How to Use “Hasta…”

    June 25, 2019

    Long-term Language Learning (Why and How)

    June 11, 2020
  • 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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    A Beginner’s Guide to Spanish Cheeses

    May 25, 2018

    Adapting to a New Culture: What You Should Know

    August 18, 2020

    Using a Shower in Spain

    January 23, 2018
  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    How to Improve Spanish Speaking and Comprehension Skills for Your Upcoming Exam

    August 6, 2020 /

    Are you looking for top tips to improve your Spanish speaking and listening skills for your upcoming exam? Look no further than this article where guest writer Alla shares her industry study hacks with us.

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    What Does “(Me) Da Igual” Really Mean!?

    October 3, 2019

    Expressions: Menos Mal

    August 3, 2021

    There’s Something Magical About the First Time―at an Intercambio

    November 24, 2017
  • 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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    Find and Connect with an Online Therapist

    November 24, 2020

    What are my options for returning to Spain?

    February 20, 2018

    The Story of How We Met

    May 14, 2020
  • Preparing

    An Introduction to the History of Catalonia

    June 18, 2020 /

    The history of Spain is fascinating, and the history of Catalonia is equally so. In this article, we dive into a basic overview of the history of Catalonia, touching on some reasons why people look for independence.

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    A Smoking Culture

    May 11, 2021

    Sangria for a Spanish Summer (even if you’re across the pond)

    July 6, 2018

    When and How do I Give ‘Dos Besos’?

    January 9, 2020
  • Culture,  Preparing

    The Languages of Spain: An Introduction

    June 16, 2020 /

    Do you think that Spanish is the only language spoken in Spain? If so, you are wrong. In fact, there are many languages and multiple co-official languages spoken across this diverse country.

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    Introduction to Reverse Culture Shock

    June 1, 2018

    Drinking Culture in Spain

    May 13, 2021

    Día de Santiago in Spain

    July 21, 2019
  • 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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    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2019)

    December 27, 2018

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

    May 4, 2021

    I’ll Never Truly be American Again Either

    November 21, 2019
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