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  • Adapting,  Living Abroad

    Adapting to a New Culture: Claudia’s Experiences

    August 20, 2020 /

    Adapting is hard. In this post we share Claudia’s experience on adapting to a new culture, some ups and downs, and tips for finding your own way while living abroad in a new country.

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    October 6, 2017
  • Culture

    What is Cultural Transition? and How to Deal with it

    August 13, 2020 /

    The process of expanding your skill set to more deeply understand a culture different from your own can be tricky. Thankfully, guest writer Marta walks us through the process in detail, using the example of an expat adapting to Spain.

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

    January 7, 2020

    Semana Santa: What are Cofradías?

    April 7, 2019

    My Experience with Eating Outdoors in Spain

    July 28, 2019
  • Culture,  Living Abroad

    Job Search Abroad (Insights from Spain to US)

    August 11, 2020 /

    Searching for a job in a foreign country, culture, and language can be challenging! In this post, guest writer Gisela shares what she has learned from her experience as a Spaniard in the United States.

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    Traditions: Nochebuena (Christmas Eve) in Spain

    December 15, 2020

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    What You Need to Know About Cáceres

    May 19, 2019
  • Adapting,  Culture

    Culture Shock in Spain Stories from around the Globe

    July 26, 2020 /

    Are you wondering about the types of culture shock people face when they move abroad to Spain? Today we have four guest writers who are sharing their insights into what surprised them most when they moved abroad.

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    Help! I’m failing Spanish school (and they tell me it’s normal)

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    Help! I’m having Anxiety while Abroad

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    Dealing with Lockdown Productivity Frustrations

    May 21, 2020
  • Living Abroad,  Preparing

    An Introduction to Culture Shock

    July 23, 2020 /

    What does it mean to have culture shock? Is it 'good' or 'bad?' This article provides a brief description of culture shock and the four phases you will most probably go through as you begin to settle into your new home.

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    How to: Host Long-term Visitors

    July 20, 2023

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    November 21, 2019

    Moving Abroad as a Couple

    November 27, 2018
  • Travel

    Day Trips from Madrid

    July 16, 2020 /

    Madrid is an incredibly popular destination in Spain, but if you have extra time you should really get outside the city. Here are ten great day trip recommendations!

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    August 4, 2019

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    August 26, 2018

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    January 20, 2019
  • Culture

    An Introduction to the Spanish Political System

    June 25, 2020 /

    Understanding Spain's political system can help you understand many aspects of their daily life and even how they interact with you. This article is a brief introduction to how politics work in Spain.

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    Semana Santa in Spain

    March 23, 2021

    What is this “Name Day” Tradition in Spain?

    November 5, 2019

    An Introduction to Spanish Bullfighting

    May 22, 2018
  • Travel

    An Introduction to Catalan Politics

    June 23, 2020 /

    Political and cultural questions are always on our minds as we try to understand the Spanish way of life. Check out our introduction to the Independentista movement in Catalonia. 

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    What you need to know about Salobreña

    July 1, 2018

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    March 4, 2018

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    November 16, 2021
  • Culture,  Preparing

    The Languages of Spain: An Introduction

    June 16, 2020 /

    Do you think that Spanish is the only language spoken in Spain? If so, you are wrong. In fact, there are many languages and multiple co-official languages spoken across this diverse country.

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    December 15, 2020
  • Living Abroad

    A Sunset in Southern Spain (A Short Story)

    May 31, 2020 /

    This short story, written by our very own Dani, is a snapshot of the life of Laura, a British expat living in Southern Spain during the Coronavirus outbreak.

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    How to: Get a Phone (Number) in Spain

    April 20, 2021

    How to: Use Correos (Part II)

    September 21, 2018

    You Can Want to Belong in Spain and Still Want Your Dentist to Speak English

    September 12, 2026
  • Adapting,  Confessions

    Living in Spain Under Lockdown

    May 28, 2020 /

    The current pandemic has created lockdown situations around the globe, but each has been a bit different. Here, Dani shares about her personal experience (logistically, emotionally, and mentally) living in Spain under lockdown.

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    Creating Spanish Friendship Through Food and Drink

    July 16, 2019

    Returning Home

    December 26, 2017

    What does ‘Poco a poco’ Mean!?

    May 12, 2020
  • Language Learning,  Living Abroad

    An Interview with Monta Lio (An Aussie-Spanish Band)

    May 26, 2020 /

    Dani interviews Pat Bryne and Fernando Durango of Monta Lio. In this exclusive interview, the pair shares about their experiences living abroad, learning new languages, and making their own unique fusion of music.

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    What Does it Mean to Group Intercambio?

    October 15, 2020

    What Does “(Me) Da Igual” Really Mean!?

    October 3, 2019

    How to: Feel Comfortable Giving a Presentation in Spanish

    September 11, 2018
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