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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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    July 2, 2019

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  • 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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    Why Shorter Photoshoots Work Best with Toddlers in Spain

    May 2, 2026

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    June 2, 2020

    Top Resources for Planning English Lessons

    June 10, 2021
  • 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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    Itinerary for One Day in Valencia: See the Must-Visit Spots

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    Different Regions in Spain

    January 30, 2020

    Job Search Abroad (Insights from Spain to US)

    August 11, 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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    When and How do I Give ‘Dos Besos’?

    January 9, 2020

    What You Should Know About Fashion in Spain

    December 15, 2019

    What is the Carnaval de Santa Cruz de Tenerife

    February 24, 2019
  • 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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    Confessions: Five Years of “Friend-Dating” (Dani’s Success Story)

    June 6, 2026

    Navigating Expat Life: Building Community as New Parents

    October 17, 2024

    Confessions: I’m Nervous About Going Home

    June 13, 2019
  • 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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    Semana Santa: What are Cofradías?

    April 7, 2019

    My Experience with Coffee in Spain

    July 7, 2019

    What they don’t tell NALCAP Teachers about País Vasco

    March 7, 2026
  • 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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    What You Need to Know About Gibraltar

    March 24, 2019
  • 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 a Workaholic

    April 21, 2020

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    December 21, 2023

    The Complete Guide to Ambiguous Expat Grief

    May 18, 2023
  • 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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    What You Need to Know about the Picos de Europa

    April 15, 2018

    Integrating the Holiday Season into your Travel Plans

    December 24, 2019

    What you need to know about Salobreña

    July 1, 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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    Snapshots of Spain during Semana Santa

    April 1, 2018

    What is el Día de Canarias? (Canary Island’s Day)

    May 26, 2019

    What You Need to Know Abour Nerja

    May 13, 2018
  • 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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    Make the Most of Studying Virtually

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  • 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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We're Dani and Claudia, two American expats with a love of Spain. Let us be your guide to Spanish culture, language-learning, living abroad.

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