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  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    Easy Spanish for Traveling

    March 5, 2019 /

    Will you be traveling in a Spanish-speaking country soon? If so, we recommend you learn (or brush up on) these important expressions for traveling in Spanish. From your flight to the hotel to the sightseeing, we’ve got you covered!

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  • Preparing,  Study Abroad

    Student-Teacher Relationships in Spain (Part II)

    January 17, 2019 /

    Studying abroad in Spain means that you will have different interactions with your professors that you might be experienced to back home. This article dives into some of the distinctions that have jumped out to us.

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  • Culture,  Preparing

    An Introduction to Spanish Wine

    January 8, 2019 /

    Today we are bringing you a beginner’s guide to Spanish wine with the hope that you will be inspired to get out there and try a glass or two (and report back to us with your favorites!).

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  • Living Abroad,  Preparing,  Thriving

    Happy New Year!

    January 1, 2019 /

    From Dani and Claudia here at Sincerely, Spain, we would like to wish you a wonderful start to 2019. And to support you on your study and live abroad journeys we would like to offer you a special coaching offer.

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  • How to,  Preparing

    Top Tips for the Auxiliares Application Process

    December 28, 2018 /

    The Auxiliares (Spanish government’s English teacher assistant program) requirements are not that demanding, but the application process can be a bit overwhelming. Here are some of our top tips and things you should know before you apply.

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  • Culture,  Preparing

    The Acceptance of Homosexuality in Spain

    December 4, 2018 /

    The way a culture sees different types of people varies every where you go. Join us as we discover how Spain accepts homosexuality both from a legal and social standpoint.

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    December 15, 2020

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    January 9, 2020
  • Living Abroad,  Preparing

    Moving Abroad as a Couple

    November 27, 2018 /

    Are you preparing to move abroad as a couple? If so, you’ll want to know all the details our guest writer, Jen, who moved to Spain with her partner is sharing in terms of what to expect and top tips you should keep in mind!

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  • Language Learning,  Preparing,  Study Abroad

    The Pros and Cons of Studying Spanish in Andalucía

    November 13, 2018 /

    Are you thinking about studying Spanish in Andalucía? Today’s guest writer, Charlotte, is weighing the pros and cons and it certainly seems to come out in Spain’s southern region’s favor!

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  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    What Does “Me Cago en…” Actually Mean?

    October 23, 2018 /

    If you’ve ever heard the expression “me cago en…[insert object/person/place/idea here]” you might be confused at what it means. In this article we are diving in to how it is used and interpreted in Spain.

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  • Culture,  Preparing

    What does October 12th mean in Spain?

    October 12, 2018 /

    Are you wondering why everything is closed on the 12th of October in Spain? Well we are here to give you insight to why that is! Check out this article for more information about this holiday.

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  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    What does “El Mundo es un Pañuelo” Mean?

    September 7, 2018 /

    In this edition of our expressions series, we’re looking into the saying el mundo es un pañuelo, which will likely come in handy for you as you begin to meet more and more people.

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  • Living Abroad,  Preparing

    CIEE’s Teach English in Spain Programs

    September 4, 2018 /

    Trying to decide if CIEE is the right program for you? If you’re interested in teaching English in Spain, it’s definitely one of the options to consider, but take into account the pros and cons you’ll find here.

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