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    Help! I Need to Replace my Butano

    April 16, 2019 /

    There’s a good chance you’ll have something in your Spanish apartment hooked up to propane or butane gas and, if so, you’re going to want to know these tips about how to obtain and replace the bottles.

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    October 6, 2017

    Learn Spanish: Intercambios de Idiomas

    January 15, 2019

    Tips for Teaching Virtually (One-on-One Classes)

    April 7, 2020
  • Adapting,  Culture,  Food

    Understanding the Beer Culture in Spain

    April 2, 2019 /

    The culture of beer, how it is consumed, and how people judge a ‘good beer’ varies from country to country. Thus, we’re sharing what you’ll want to know to understand the beer culture in Spain PLUS a video on how to order it like a pro!

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    How to: Rent a Car in Spain

    August 24, 2018

    How to: order beer in Spain

    July 9, 2019

    Help! I’m having Anxiety while Abroad

    June 2, 2020
  • Culture

    Who are Los Reyes Católicos?

    March 31, 2019 /

    The Catholic Monarchs or the Reyes Católicos in Spanish are key players in the history of Spain as we know it. Here we’ve put together a simple introduction to who they are and what they did.

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    Our Ultimate Guide to Christmas in Spain

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    Life is in the Street in Spain

    May 21, 2019

    What Semana Santa Means to Me: An Interview with a Granadina

    April 5, 2020
  • Culture

    What is el Día de Andalucía (Day of Andalusia)

    February 3, 2019 /

    With so many local festivals in Spain, it is sometimes hard to keep track of what each one means. Today we are diving into one of the most important holidays in southern Spain: Día de Andalucía.

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    Understanding the Beer Culture in Spain

    April 2, 2019

    What do teachers in Spain wear?

    August 21, 2018

    Top Five Spanish Foods You Must Try

    February 4, 2020
  • Confessions

    Confessions: Dealing with Mental Health Issues while Abroad

    December 20, 2018 /

    Dealing with mental health while studying or living abroad is a real thing. Learn more about Katy’s story and her top recommendations for making the most out of your experience (while taking care of yourself).

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    I’ll Never Truly be Spanish…

    November 19, 2019

    My Real Life in Spain

    December 22, 2022

    Confessions: I don’t buy into traditional gift giving

    December 21, 2023
  • Culture

    Snapshots of Spain at Christmas

    December 16, 2018 /

    We’ve told you an awful lot about this festive time of year, but a picture is worth a thousand words so enjoy this more visual representation and insights into Spain at Christmas time.

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    Managing Reverse Culture Shock

    June 5, 2018

    Confessions: I am a Different Person in Different Languages

    January 18, 2018

    Who is Lady of Almudena?

    November 7, 2019
  • Travel

    What you should know about Lanjarón

    September 9, 2018 /

    Lanjaron is the perfect escape to a cute little mountain town just a quick trip from Granada! Plan a day trip keeping these insider tips in mind!

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    Day Trips from Malaga

    July 14, 2020

    What is the Fiesta de San Isidro?

    May 12, 2019

    What You Need to Know about the Islas Cíes

    August 20, 2017
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Study Abroad,  Thriving

    A Letter to Myself Before I Moved Abroad (Dani)

    September 6, 2018 /

    In this letter to a former self, Dani delves into what she would tell the person she was before she moved abroad and it got her thinking deeply about who she is vs. how she’s defined herself over the years.

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

    December 6, 2018

    Holiday Experience 2020 (Dani)

    December 22, 2020

    Why I’m Thankful for my Abroad Experience

    November 26, 2019
  • Travel

    What is Al-Andalus?

    September 2, 2018 /

    Al-Andalus is the Muslim rule of the territory of modern day Spain. The kingdoms that made up the region made such an influence that we can clearly see their mark to this day.

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    How to: Talk on the Phone in Spanish

    February 13, 2020

    What You Should Know About Murcia

    March 10, 2019

    The Feria de Málaga

    July 22, 2018
  • Travel

    The Best Beaches in Spain

    August 12, 2018 /

    Beach weather in Spain is the best weather in Spain! But with so many beaches to choose from you’re going to want to consider the pros and cons of each type. Let’s wander the the waves together.

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    What You Need to Know about Barcelona—The Basics

    April 22, 2018

    Five Tips to Help You Enjoy Your Staycation

    August 4, 2019

    Traveling with a backpack or suitcase

    March 3, 2019
  • Adapting

    Why do People Walk Everywhere in Spain?

    July 13, 2018 /

    Spend a bit of time in Spain and you’ll notice that so many people seems to choose walking over traveling by car or even public transportation. What’s up with that? Lace up your shoes and let me walk you through it.

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    May 8, 2018
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    Where Can I Buy That? Clothes Edition

    December 12, 2019
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    Our Reading Recommendations for Language Learning (Spanish)

    July 10, 2018 /

    We’ve compile a list of our personal recommendations for those of you looking to jump into the great language learning technique of reading in Spanish.

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    September 8, 2020

    Adapting to a New Culture: Dani’s Experiences

    August 25, 2020

    What Does it Mean to Intercambio?

    October 13, 2020
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