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  • Confessions

    My Experience Using Spanish Expressions in Conversation

    October 6, 2019 /

    Sometimes using slang and expressions in conversation doesn’t go as smoothly as you’d like. Today Dani’s sharing her thoughts and advice on this.

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    At Home Anywhere: Journaling and Reflections

    April 30, 2020

    Confessions: It Sucks that Everybody Leaves

    August 16, 2018

    7 things I miss about living in (Granada) Spain

    November 16, 2023
  • Language Learning,  Preparing

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

    October 3, 2019 /

    Have you heard these expressions in conversation but still have doubts about their meanings and differences? Or do you just want to learn new Spanish expressions. Either way, we’ve got what you’re looking for!

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    Top Resources for Planning English Lessons

    June 10, 2021

    Cómo Aprender Español: El Proceso de Aprendizaje – Que Debes Buscar

    November 15, 2020

    Learning Spanish through storytelling: the shortcut to fluency

    March 14, 2024
  • 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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    A Letter to Myself Before I Moved Abroad (Dani)

    September 6, 2018

    Take at least one course in Spanish!

    January 12, 2018

    Studying a Degree in Spain (Part II)

    March 1, 2018
  • Living Abroad,  Study Abroad

    A Few Study Abroad Resources From People Who’ve Been There

    September 19, 2019 /

    Looking for some first-hand insights into studying abroad (and living abroad in general)? Look no further, we’ve compiled some good ones for you!

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    Accepting My Own Journey (Dani)

    June 14, 2018

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

    November 23, 2021

    How I Talked to my Family about Moving Abroad (Claudia)

    May 10, 2018
  • Living Abroad,  Study Abroad,  Thriving

    How to: Make Your Study Abroad Experience Work for You

    September 17, 2019 /

    Your time while abroad is more than just a fun adventure—it will also help you in your professional life. Not convinced, check out this article to see more! 

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    Creating Spanish Friendship by Staying True to Yourself

    July 18, 2019

    An Introduction to Culture Shock

    July 23, 2020

    Accepting Others’ Journeys

    December 7, 2017
  • 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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    Confessions: It’s Really Hard for Me to Take a Day Off

    February 21, 2019

    Four Reasons Why You Need to Take Yourself on a Day Trip

    August 23, 2018

    Being Friends with the Opposite Sex

    March 12, 2020
  • Language Learning,  Travel

    My Experience at a Play in Spain

    September 8, 2019 /

    Do you want to go to a theater production in Spain but feel a little nervous about how it will go? Dani felt the same way but her experience doing so will surely convince you not to worry!

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    Top Six Ways to Learn Spanish Outside of Spanish Class

    June 14, 2021

    “Echar un Polvo” vs. “Estar Hecho Polvo”

    June 22, 2018

    Are You Fluent In Spanish?

    November 9, 2021
  • Language Learning,  Thriving

    Favorite Resources for Learning through Spanish Entertainment

    September 5, 2019 /

    In this post we provide links and details on some of our favorite resources for language-learning through Spanish entertainment.

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    What does “Tirar la Casa por la Ventana” Mean?

    February 25, 2021

    What Does “No hay de qué” Mean?

    February 26, 2019

    How to: Feel Comfortable Giving a Presentation in Spanish

    September 11, 2018
  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    Learning Spanish through Entertainment

    September 3, 2019 /

    There are many ways to learn a language, but using primary source entertainment is one of the most fun ones! Check out this article for different ideas of what to engage with.

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    Expressions: When and How to Use “Hasta…”

    June 25, 2019

    Studying a Degree in Spain (Part I)

    February 22, 2018

    How to: Feel Comfortable Giving a Presentation in Spanish

    September 11, 2018
  • How to,  Travel

    How to: Travel on a Budget

    August 27, 2019 /

    Traveling doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg—in fact, we’d argue that these money-saving tips will actually make your traveling experience BETTER! Check out our sixteen stellar tips for traveling on a budget.

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    Moving Abroad to Spain as a Family: An Interview

    August 17, 2021

    How To Survive Your First Year Living Abroad

    January 11, 2024

    How to Get a Student Visa to Study in Spain

    April 13, 2023
  • How to,  Preparing

    Effective Packing 101

    August 20, 2019 /

    There's no one-size-fits-all answer to packing. However, with these five tips from a seasoned long-stay traveler, you will be well on your way!

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    Handling Political Conversations While Living Abroad

    September 24, 2020

    How to: be a Good Bla Bla Car Rider

    March 9, 2018

    How Can I Best Communicate with a Traveling Loved One?

    March 24, 2020
  • Living Abroad

    Finding an Apartment in Spain

    August 11, 2019 /

    Interested in hearing a true first-hand account of finding an apartment (room to rent) here in Spain? Here’s the story of and insights from Dani’s first apartment-hunt in Granada.

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    Using a Public Bathroom in Spain

    October 29, 2020

    Ultimate Guide to Spanish Language Learning Resources

    July 8, 2021

    Expat Life in Barcelona

    October 26, 2021
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