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The Four Most Important Things to Know About Spanish Culture Before You Move Abroad
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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Fútbol as a Religion in Spain
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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Confessions: I’m Nervous About Going Home
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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‘Adulting’ While Abroad
‘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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Understanding Cultural Norms while Abroad
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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Help! I Need to Replace my Butano
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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Help! I’m Suffering Mini Culture Shocks
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: Send emails with Spaniards
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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20 Small but Surprising Differences You’ll Find in Spain
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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Managing Reverse Culture Shock
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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Introduction to Reverse Culture Shock
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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PDA is Everywhere in Spain
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.
