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  • Culture,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    The Four Most Important Things to Know About Spanish Culture Before You Move Abroad

    January 7, 2020 /

    There’s so much to consider before you decide to move abroad. Check out this article for the most important aspects of Spanish culture you should understand when preparing to live abroad.

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    July 28, 2019

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    May 18, 2021

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  • Culture,  Preparing

    Fútbol as a Religion in Spain

    June 18, 2019 /

    Have you ever wondered if the obsession with soccer (fútbol in Spanish) in Spain was actually as big as it seems from the outside looking in? Read this article to see why we think fútbol is almost like a religion in Spain.

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

    April 5, 2020

    Traditions: Christmas Lunch/Dinner in Spain

    December 10, 2020

    Managing Reverse Culture Shock

    June 5, 2018
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Confessions: I’m Nervous About Going Home

    June 13, 2019 /

    Living abroad for an extended amount of time can make visits ‘home’ complicated. Today Dani’s getting real about her mixed emotions over returning to Chicago for a summer after nearly four years spent in Spain.

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    Confessions: I Miss Home

    November 15, 2018

    Confessions: It Sucks that Everybody Leaves

    August 16, 2018

    Why I’m Thankful for my Abroad Experience

    November 26, 2019
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    ‘Adulting’ While Abroad

    May 16, 2019 /

    ‘Adulting’ isn’t always fun or easy and it can feel even more frustrating when you’re living abroad. However, you can look at it much like culture shock and this provides some comfort!

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    6 ways to sharpen your soft skills by living in Spain

    March 16, 2023

    Where Can I Buy That? Food Edition

    November 17, 2020

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    January 7, 2020
  • Thriving

    Understanding Cultural Norms while Abroad

    April 25, 2019 /

    Are you having trouble understanding culture norms while traveling or living abroad? Today we are diving into our top tips for how to have more insight into situations that happen as you visit different places around the world.

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    December 27, 2018

    Becoming Friends Through Study Abroad: A Guest Post

    March 14, 2019

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

    November 12, 2019
  • Adapting,  How to

    Help! I Need to Replace my Butano

    April 16, 2019 /

    There’s a good chance you’ll have something in your Spanish apartment hooked up to propane or butane gas and, if so, you’re going to want to know these tips about how to obtain and replace the bottles.

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    Culture Shock in Spain Stories from around the Globe

    July 26, 2020

    Using a Public Bathroom in Spain

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  • Culture,  Preparing

    Help! I’m Suffering Mini Culture Shocks

    March 26, 2019 /

    Do you ever feel like there are little things that throw you off when you are traveling or living abroad? Today we are talking about mini culture shocks—small things that might make a big difference in how confortable you are abroad.

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  • How to,  Thriving

    How to: Send emails with Spaniards

    February 28, 2019 /

    Sending formal emails in your non-native language can be scary—trust me I’ve been there. After years of writing formal emails in Spanish, here are my top three tips to being successful without stressing too much.

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    How to: order beer in Spain

    July 9, 2019

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    August 23, 2021

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    April 25, 2024
  • Living Abroad,  Preparing

    20 Small but Surprising Differences You’ll Find in Spain

    August 31, 2018 /

    If you’re an American new to Spain, you’re sure to be amused (or frustrated) by the nuanced differences you’ll find here and this list is just the beginning!

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  • 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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    Spanish Style Eating

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    3 Things People Don’t Talk About When it Comes to Living Abroad

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    Making the Most of Your Host Family Experience

    May 28, 2019
  • Culture,  Preparing

    Introduction to Reverse Culture Shock

    June 1, 2018 /

    As if leaving your wonderful new “home” abroad isn’t bad enough, returning home after studying/teaching/living abroad could mean that reverse culture shock is right around the corner. Be sure to check out this article in order to prepare yourself for what that may mean.

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    Traditions: New Year’s Eve in Spain

    December 31, 2019
  • Adapting,  Culture

    PDA is Everywhere in Spain

    May 8, 2018 /

    Depending on where you come from the PDA, or public displays of affection, here in Spain may seem a little over-the-top. Check out this article for Dani’s thoughts on why the public intimacy seems normal here.

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    Dealing with Uncertain Times

    March 26, 2020

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    What does ‘Poco a poco’ Mean!?

    May 12, 2020
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