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  • Adapting,  How to

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

    April 7, 2020 /

    Have you now transitioned to working from home and you are not sure how to teach your classes virtually? Check out this guide with 15 top tips for teaching one-on-one virtual classes.

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    Finding your Food Favorite Places While Abroad (in Spain)

    April 9, 2019

    How to: Cheaply Send a Package to Spain

    October 30, 2018

    Choosing Your Coffee in Spain

    July 2, 2019
  • 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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    Make the Most of Studying Virtually

    April 9, 2020

    Using a Shower in Spain

    January 23, 2018

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

    December 5, 2019
  • Adapting,  Balance

    Dealing with Uncertain Times

    March 26, 2020 /

    No one really knows how to deal with these uncertain times. That is why we have put together this list of 13 things that we are currently doing to keep positive and moving forward in our lives.

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    Using a Public Bathroom in Spain

    October 29, 2020

    Learning How to Drive in Spain (Part 1 – The Basics)

    February 14, 2026

    Finding your Food Favorite Places While Abroad (in Spain)

    April 9, 2019
  • 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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    How to: Use Correos (Part I)

    October 8, 2020

    The Importance of Coffee Shops in Spain

    November 6, 2018

    Living in Spain Under Lockdown

    May 28, 2020
  • Adapting,  How to

    How to: Make Friends with Spaniards

    March 10, 2020 /

    Do you feel frustrated that you are not making that many native friends while abroad? I have a theory about that and several tips for how to improve your chances at making local friends.

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    How to: Deal with Gastos (Utilities) in Spain

    November 30, 2018

    Returning Home

    December 26, 2017

    Insights into Daily Life: An Interview

    December 11, 2018
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    Expressions: ¿Qué tal…?

    February 11, 2020 /

    ¿Qué tal…? Is a Spanish expression that you will hear often if you are abroad in Spain. It is used between acquaintances and best friends alike. But what does it mean? In this article we dive into this expression.

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    Help! What is happening with the service?

    October 6, 2017

    How to: Cheaply Send a Package to Spain

    October 30, 2018

    How to: Celebrate Birthdays in Spain

    June 19, 2018
  • Culture,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    An Introduction to Cultural Competence

    January 28, 2020 /

    We think that multicultural competences are essential to be successful abroad, but do you know what they are? And, more importantly, do you know how you can acquire them? This is Part I in a three part series to help you do so.

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    How to: Celebrate Birthdays in Spain

    June 19, 2018

    International Love: An American’s Insights on Dating a Spaniard

    November 12, 2019

    When and How do I Give ‘Dos Besos’?

    January 9, 2020
  • Adapting

    The Importance of Language

    January 21, 2020 /

    The words we use—but also the way in which we use them—matter! This post dives into three of the aspects of language we should pay attention to in order to communicate more effectively.

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    Why Shorter Photoshoots Work Best with Toddlers in Spain

    May 2, 2026

    Creating Spanish Friendship Through Food and Drink

    July 16, 2019

    Our Reading Recommendations for Language Learning (Spanish)

    July 10, 2018
  • Adapting,  Culture

    An Introduction to the Job Situation in Spain

    January 14, 2020 /

    Are you thinking about moving abroad but you are not sure what the job situation is like in Spain? This introduction will give you a brief idea of what you will find here.

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    Why Are You Abroad Anyways?

    October 8, 2019

    How To Survive Your First Year Living Abroad

    January 11, 2024
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    Making Friends as a Foreigner in Finland

    October 20, 2022
  • Balance,  Living Abroad

    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2020)

    January 5, 2020 /

    At the beginning of every year we share what we are hoping to experience in the coming months. This is Claudia’s letter to the New Year.

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    Sending Letters and Postcards

    October 6, 2020

    Finding Balance with Spanish Food

    August 31, 2017

    Neither 100% Spanish, nor 100% American

    November 24, 2019
  • Culture,  Travel

    Integrating the Holiday Season into your Travel Plans

    December 24, 2019 /

    If you’re planning a trip to Spain (or anywhere, really) during the Christmas-New Year’s holiday season, there are quite a few things you should plan for! Read up on all our tips to help you integrate the festivities and avoid headaches.

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    Semana Santa: What are Cofradías?

    April 7, 2019

    The Languages of Spain: An Introduction

    June 16, 2020

    Who is Federico García Lorca

    February 25, 2020
  • Adapting,  How to,  Living Abroad

    Where Can I Buy That? Clothes Edition

    December 12, 2019 /

    As you settle into your life here in Spain, you're sure to need to do a little shopping. In today’s post, Claudia and Dani take you out shopping to their favorite places for clothes!

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    How to: Get a Phone (Number) in Spain

    April 20, 2021

    Why Shorter Photoshoots Work Best with Toddlers in Spain

    May 2, 2026

    6 ways to sharpen your soft skills by living in Spain

    March 16, 2023
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