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  • Adapting,  How to

    How to: Get Private Lessons (as a Teacher) in Spain

    October 2, 2018 /

    Looking to teach private English lessons in Spain but not sure how to find students? We’ve got the low-down on how to find the students to fill up your schedule fast with lots of clases particulares.

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  • Adapting,  How to,  Living Abroad

    How to: Use Correos (Part II)

    September 21, 2018 /

    Figuring out how to use the post office to get an international card or package sent here to Spain may seem daunting but in this article we’ve got everything you need to know when using correos to RECEIVE mail!

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    August 25, 2020

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    November 6, 2018

    What’s Happening? Kids Out Until Midnight in Spain

    July 23, 2019
  • Adapting,  Language Learning,  Study Abroad

    How to: Feel Comfortable Giving a Presentation in Spanish

    September 11, 2018 /

    Are you worried about giving your presentation in Spanish while studying abroad? Check out these tops tips to help you get through the presentation!

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    Confessions: That Three Month Feeling

    December 19, 2017

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    January 15, 2019

    Using a Bathroom in Spain

    October 27, 2020
  • Adapting,  How to,  Travel

    How to: Rent a Car in Spain

    August 24, 2018 /

    Thinking about renting a car for your trip abroad in Spain? Or do you want to escape the city for the weekend? Check out these tips for making sure you are covering your bases while renting.

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    Using a Shower in Spain

    January 23, 2018

    7 Steps to a Successful Peluquería Trip (Getting a Haircut in Spain)

    September 8, 2020

    Expressions: ¿Qué tal…?

    February 11, 2020
  • Adapting,  How to

    How to: Use Public Transport in Spain

    August 10, 2018 /

    If you’re planning to use public transport in Spain, you’ll definitely want to read up on the many different options that will be available to you, including special deals for ‘youths’ (spoiler, this probably includes you)!

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    How to: Celebrate Birthdays in Spain

    June 19, 2018

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    May 1, 2018

    Empathizing with People in Uncertain Times

    May 19, 2020
  • Adapting,  Culture

    Help: Why is Everything in Spain Closed in August?

    July 27, 2018 /

    Planning a summer getaway to Spain? Make sure to keep in mind that all but the largest cities shut down a bit during these months—especially August. Wondering what to expect?

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    September 24, 2019
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    Making Friends as a Foreigner in Finland

    October 20, 2022

    Culture Shock: The Insights of a Spaniard in America

    February 2, 2020
  • How to,  Travel

    How to: Travel with Budget Airlines

    July 20, 2018 /

    Have you ever wondered how people manage to travel successfully on budget airlines. Check out our four top-tips to help you have smooth travels!

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    How to: Deal with People Speaking to You in English

    February 1, 2018

    Handling Political Conversations While Living Abroad

    September 24, 2020

    Managing Reverse Culture Shock

    June 5, 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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    February 26, 2019

    My First Time…At an Intercambio

    December 1, 2017

    How to: Rent a Car in Spain

    August 24, 2018
  • 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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    August 8, 2019

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    October 1, 2020

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    October 15, 2020
  • Adapting,  Culture,  How to

    How to: Celebrate Birthdays in Spain

    June 19, 2018 /

    Are you going to be celebrating your birthday while abroad? Is a good Spanish friend of your turning a year older and you're not sure how they do birthdays in Spain? This article has got you covered!

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    October 19, 2018

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    August 20, 2020

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    May 28, 2020
  • Adapting,  Culture

    Student-Teacher Relationships in Spain (Part I)

    June 8, 2018 /

    In part 1, we’re diving into some of the differences you may experience in student-teacher relationships here in Spain from the perspective of an English teacher working with both children and adults.

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    April 16, 2020

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    August 8, 2019
  • Adapting,  Culture,  How to

    Managing Reverse Culture Shock

    June 5, 2018 /

    It’s not uncommon to feel frustration and resistance to your own culture upon returning home after a long time abroad. For those of you dealing with reverse culture shock, we’ve got some tips and personal insights to share.

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    My Real Life in Spain

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    December 11, 2018

    How to: Survive Without a Dryer

    January 30, 2018
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