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    Coming to Terms with “No Pasa Nada”

    May 20, 2021 /

    When I first arrived in Spain I was enamored with their laid-back “no pasa nada” attitude but as time has gone on it’s become more difficult to embrace. Today I’m fessing up to the ways in which I’ll never “be no pasa nada” and why.

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  • Confessions,  Living Abroad

    How Dani Ended Up Living Abroad

    January 26, 2021 /

    Those of us who end up abroad do so at different times of our lives and for different reasons. If you are wondering how Dani ended up abroad, check out this post!

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  • Language Learning,  Travel

    Airports in Spain

    July 30, 2020 /

    We’re answering all the most common questions we get about plane travel in Spain. Plus, we’ve got the important Spanish expressions and vocabulary you’ll want to know at the airport!

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  • Culture,  Travel

    Different Regions in Spain

    January 30, 2020 /

    Even though we are always referring to the country of Spain, today we want to take a moment to recognize the many different regions within Spain. Each one shares something with the rest of the country but is also unique.

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  • Study Abroad

    Three Unexpected Realities of my Study Abroad Experience

    September 22, 2019 /

    Life while studying abroad isn’t always what you’ll expect it to be…but if you allow it to, it can teach you a lot about yourself! In this post Dani shares three of those realizations and what they have meant to her.

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  • Balance,  How to,  Thriving

    Make Your ‘Host City’ Your Home (Why and How)

    September 10, 2019 /

    In order to make the most out of your experience while studying (or living) abroad, you’re going to want to make a home out of your ‘host city’. In this article, we’re outlining all the reasons why.

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  • Culture,  Food

    My Experience with Eating Outdoors in Spain

    July 28, 2019 /

    Due to the weather, the culture, and the availability of places with outdoor seating, eating outdoors is incredibly common in Spain. In this article we outline some of the reasons why and the reality that you may find here.

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  • Food,  How to,  Thriving

    Choosing Your Spanish Wine and Wine-based Drinks

    July 11, 2019 /

    When in Spain there are A LOT of wine and wine-based drink options to choose from! Let us walk you through the most common ones and advise you on our favorites.

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  • Travel

    What are Las Hogueras in Alicante, Spain?

    June 16, 2019 /

    The celebration of San Juan in Alicante is called Las Hogueras (Les Fogueres in the local language) and is a festival full of food, fun, firecrackers, artwork, and the ceremonious destruction of said artwork. You’re gonna want to check this one out!

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  • Travel

    What You Need to Know about Villena

    November 10, 2018 /

    It’s a city you’ve probably never heard of, but Villena is definitely worth a stop if you are in the area. A quaint city, it because extremely festive at the beginning of September for its Moros y Cristianos festival.

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  • 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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  • Travel

    Visiting Alicante: Everything You Need to Know

    October 8, 2017 /

    Known to many as simply a great beach-and-party destination, Alicante has plenty more to offer! Check out these insider tips to see the more authentic side of the city.

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