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  • How to,  Language Learning

    Long-term Language Learning (Why and How)

    June 11, 2020 /

    Language-learning can be a life-long commitment. In this post we unpack the reasons why we take a long-term approach and believe you should, too!

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    How to Make: Spanish-Style Coffee at Home

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    At Home Anywhere: A Book Review

    April 28, 2020
  • 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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    Confessions: Moving Abroad Doesn’t Necessarily Get Easier

    July 21, 2020

    Why I Went Abroad (Claudia’s Story)

    October 13, 2019

    Where Can I Buy That? Stuff Edition

    November 19, 2020
  • Living Abroad

    A Sunset in Southern Spain (A Short Story)

    May 31, 2020 /

    This short story, written by our very own Dani, is a snapshot of the life of Laura, a British expat living in Southern Spain during the Coronavirus outbreak.

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    September 4, 2018

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    May 16, 2019

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    December 22, 2022
  • Adapting,  Confessions

    Living in Spain Under Lockdown

    May 28, 2020 /

    The current pandemic has created lockdown situations around the globe, but each has been a bit different. Here, Dani shares about her personal experience (logistically, emotionally, and mentally) living in Spain under lockdown.

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    Using a Shower in Spain

    January 23, 2018

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    Confessions: Feeling Imposter Syndrome at Work (While Living Abroad)

    June 22, 2023
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad

    The Story of How We Met

    May 14, 2020 /

    Are you curious how the writers of this blog came to be friends in the first place? We thought you might be, so Dani tells the story here of how two American Midwesterners found friendship in the south of Spain!

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    March 21, 2026

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    January 23, 2025

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    December 19, 2017
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    What does ‘Poco a poco’ Mean!?

    May 12, 2020 /

    Poco a poco is not only a good Spanish expression to learn, it’s also an approach to life that is particularly relevant during these uncertain times.

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    Using a Bathroom in Spain

    October 27, 2020

    What is Día de la Constitución or December 6th holidays?

    December 5, 2019

    Easy Spanish for Shopping at a Supermarket

    October 24, 2019
  • Culture,  Food

    Easy and Healthy Spanish Recipes

    May 7, 2020 /

    Are you looking for healthy Spanish recipes that are also relatively easy to make? In this list we have put together a list of some of our favorite Spanish foods and where you can find authentic recipes for them.

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    The Acceptance of Homosexuality in Spain

    December 4, 2018

    An Introduction to the Spanish Political System

    June 25, 2020

    Weddings in Spain

    March 19, 2019
  • Balance,  Food

    Maintaining the Mediterranean Diet

    May 5, 2020 /

    The Mediterranean diet is one of the things we love about Spain. But how are you supposed to maintain this diet despite everything else going on in everyday life. Check out this post for our top five tips for sticking to the plan!

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    Four Reasons Why You Need to Take Yourself on a Day Trip

    August 23, 2018

    How I Travel Alone

    October 12, 2017

    Celebrating Our Four Year Blog Anniversary

    July 15, 2021
  • Balance,  Confessions,  Thriving

    Confessions: I’m a Workaholic

    April 21, 2020 /

    What kind of professional are you? Read about Claudia's confession that she is a bit of a workaholic, and how she is also taking some actions to find balance. 

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    Thriving as an Auxiliar

    July 19, 2018

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    July 20, 2023

    Being Friends with the Opposite Sex

    March 12, 2020
  • Culture

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

    April 5, 2020 /

    In honor of the beginning of Holy Week, we bring you an interview with a Spaniard on what this week and its traditions mean to her and her family.

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    What are the Sanfermines

    July 8, 2018

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    December 5, 2019

    Flamenco Traditions in Spain

    March 5, 2020
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    Language Learning: Reading in Spanish

    April 2, 2020 /

    What are you doing to learn Spanish? For us, reading in a foreign language is one of the best best ways to pick up on grammar structure and new vocabulary. However, follow these suggestions to get the most out of your experience.

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    Language-Learning: A Review of italki

    April 16, 2020

    Help! I’m failing Spanish school (and they tell me it’s normal)

    November 23, 2018

    Everyone Has an Opinion… on the U.S.A.

    September 17, 2020
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    Language Learning: Watching T.V. or Movies

    March 19, 2020 /

    One of the many ways you can improve your language skills is by watching videos (movies, tv, etc.) in that language. Check out some of our favorite ways of integrating Spanish into your everyday life.

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    December 19, 2017

    Lexa’s Personal Experience Teaching English in Spain

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