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  • Food,  Preparing

    How to: Choose a Spanish Olive Oil

    August 7, 2018 /

    Ready to take advantage of all the olive oils in Spain but aren’t sure where to get started? Check out this quick introduction into your olive oil options.

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  • Food,  Language Learning,  Preparing

    What Does “Buen Provecho” Mean?

    August 3, 2018 /

    Noticed that people in Spain may say “Bueno provecho” or even “Que aproveche” or “Aproveche” after food is served? Let’s talk about what the different forms really mean and how you can use them without offending.

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    August 17, 2018

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    February 6, 2020
  • Food,  Preparing

    What is tinto de verano?

    July 31, 2018 /

    Have you heard of the summery Spanish drink tinto de verano? We’ve put together an article to help you understand more about what it is and how you can order it.

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  • Food,  Preparing,  Travel

    How to: Eat Pintxos in Bilbao

    July 24, 2018 /

    As you are exploring Spain you will probably want to take advantage of all the delicious food options. Join us as we dive in to pintxos in Bilbao and take away our top tips for enjoy them as much as possible!

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    August 7, 2018

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  • How to,  Preparing

    How Can I get all of my Prescriptions Filled Before Leaving for Spain?

    July 17, 2018 /

    Freaking out because you just realized you don’t know if you can get your prescriptions filled in Spain? Don’t panic; I may have the trick you need to take care of all of your medications before you leave.

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    June 6, 2019
  • Food,  How to,  Preparing

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

    July 6, 2018 /

    Ever wondered about if you could make delicious sangria at home? Well look no further, we are here to tell you that you can! Learn more about this Spanish drink in this article!

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    April 2, 2019
  • How to,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    My Secret to Avoiding Loan Default While Living Abroad in Spain

    July 3, 2018 /

    Needing to pay back student loans can feel like an obstacle standing between you and your dream of moving to Spain but it doesn’t have to be! I’m sharing my secret on how I’ve been able to manage it.

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    July 5, 2018
  • How to,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    Four Must-know Banking Tips Before You Move to Spain

    June 29, 2018 /

    As if there’s not enough to think about when preparing to move abroad, you really ought to prep your banking situation back home if you want to avoid stress, hassle, and fees in Spain. With these tips, though, we’ve got you covered!

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    April 28, 2020

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    July 28, 2020
  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    “Echar un Polvo” vs. “Estar Hecho Polvo”

    June 22, 2018 /

    In this expressions article, we’re taking a look at these two idiomatic expressions you don’t want to mix up! Be sure to get your ‘dusty’ Spanish slang correct by checking out the details.

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    September 7, 2018
  • Culture,  Preparing

    Introduction to Reverse Culture Shock

    June 1, 2018 /

    As if leaving your wonderful new “home” abroad isn’t bad enough, returning home after studying/teaching/living abroad could mean that reverse culture shock is right around the corner. Be sure to check out this article in order to prepare yourself for what that may mean.

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  • Culture,  Preparing

    The Integration of the Elderly into Spanish Society

    May 29, 2018 /

    Have you every been surprised with how the elderly in Spain appear in daily life? We were a little bit shocked as well and these are our reflections about this difference.

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    April 5, 2020
  • Culture,  Preparing

    An Introduction to Spanish Bullfighting

    May 22, 2018 /

    Bullfighting is something that is hard for us to understand as it is something that is tied to the cultures that carry it out. This post is an introduction to history of the activity.

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