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  • Adapting,  Balance

    Find Your Why for Being Abroad

    October 10, 2019 /

    Are you trying to figure out your reasoning for going abroad so that you can make the most of your experience? Check out these five questions to help you orientate yourself in discovering your why.

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  • Adapting

    Why Are You Abroad Anyways?

    October 8, 2019 /

    Has someone asked you (or have you when questioning yourself) about why you are abroad? If you find yourself in this situation, check out this post to understand the importance your ‘why.’

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    Best Sites for Finding an Apartment in Spain

    August 8, 2019

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  • Culture

    Types of Celebrations in Spain

    September 29, 2019 /

    As a general rule, Spaniards love to celebrate! And this post has been developed to share insight into different kinds of celebrations that you will find during your time in Spain.

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  • Adapting,  Culture,  Living Abroad

    Work-to-Live vs. Live-to-Work

    September 24, 2019 /

    When moving to a new place, little things about the new culture can often surprise you. Check out this article to see how we are analyzing the work situation in Spain.  

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  • Living Abroad

    Creating Home-Away-From-Home

    September 15, 2019 /

    Living abroad isn’t easy and can even be downright difficult. Today we are sharing Claudia’s story of how she is making her new city home… without loosing the magic of being a tourist.

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    Confessions: I am Feeling Vulnerable in these Uncertain Times

    November 26, 2020

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  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    Our Top Tips for Learning Spanish

    August 15, 2019 /

    Learning Spanish, like learning all different types of languages, is difficult. However, in this article we are sharing a video diving into our favorite ways to improve your language skills while immersing yourself in Spanish culture.

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    October 6, 2017

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    November 23, 2018
  • Adapting

    The Roller Coaster of Learning a Language

    August 13, 2019 /

    If it's your first time learning a language you are in for a bit of a ride. I would equate this process to a roller coaster, with lots of ups and downs. It is an equally frustrating and exciting journey! 

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  • Adapting,  Living Abroad

    Best Sites for Finding an Apartment in Spain

    August 8, 2019 /

    We’ve recently talked about finding an apartment to rent in Spain, but here you’ll find the best websites to help you through the process…and some additional tips you’re going to want to know before you begin!

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    October 2, 2018

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  • Adapting,  How to,  Living Abroad

    Renting an Apartment in Spain

    August 6, 2019 /

    If you'll be moving to Spain and looking for housing on your own, you're definitely gonna want to check out our tips and tricks for finding an apartment to rent, complete with useful vocabulary in Spanish!

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    June 2, 2020

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    January 14, 2020
  • Culture,  Thriving

    Understanding the Weather in Spain

    July 25, 2019 /

    The weather in Spain isn’t ALWAYS sunny. Check out this post and video to understand more about Spanish weather and how to thrive in its ever-changing climate

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  • Adapting,  Culture

    What’s Happening? Kids Out Until Midnight in Spain

    July 23, 2019 /

    Have you ever wondered why there are kids running around the streets until midnight? Here we dive into why we think this is so culturally acceptable in Spain.

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  • Adapting,  Food

    Creating Spanish Friendship Through Food and Drink

    July 16, 2019 /

    We have talked about making friends with Spaniards before but in this two part series we dive into how making friends in Spain is related to food and drink. Part one is dedicated to understanding and adapting.

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