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  • How to,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    My Secret to Avoiding Loan Default While Living Abroad in Spain

    July 3, 2018 /

    Needing to pay back student loans can feel like an obstacle standing between you and your dream of moving to Spain but it doesn’t have to be! I’m sharing my secret on how I’ve been able to manage it.

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  • How to,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    Four Must-know Banking Tips Before You Move to Spain

    June 29, 2018 /

    As if there’s not enough to think about when preparing to move abroad, you really ought to prep your banking situation back home if you want to avoid stress, hassle, and fees in Spain. With these tips, though, we’ve got you covered!

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    How to: Travel on a Budget

    August 27, 2019

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    September 21, 2023

    How to: Make Friends with Spaniards

    March 10, 2020
  • Language Learning,  Preparing

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

    June 22, 2018 /

    In this expressions article, we’re taking a look at these two idiomatic expressions you don’t want to mix up! Be sure to get your ‘dusty’ Spanish slang correct by checking out the details.

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    August 18, 2019

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  • Travel

    The San Juan Celebration in Spain

    June 17, 2018 /

    San Juan (observed on June 23rd) is a special celebration at the start of every summer. Learn about the roots of this festival as well as the traditions you can encounter all around Spain at this time of year!

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    What you need to know about Mérida

    October 21, 2018

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    June 23, 2020

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    July 9, 2020
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Accepting My Own Journey (Dani)

    June 14, 2018 /

    Life is a journey and we don’t always feel comfortable with where we’re at along the way. Today Dani opens up about how her life feels messy and overwhelming, but she’s working through it.

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    February 20, 2018

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    January 19, 2021

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    December 22, 2022
  • Culture

    What you should know about Washington Irving

    June 10, 2018 /

    For English-speakers, Washington Irving is best known as the author of short stories like “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” but here in Spain he is loved for his historical works that put Spain back on the map.

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    The Signficance of Pomegranates in Granada

    March 11, 2021

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

    November 12, 2019

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    December 8, 2020
  • 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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    How to: Use Correos (Part II)

    September 21, 2018

    Our Reading Recommendations for Language Learning (Spanish)

    July 10, 2018

    How to: order beer in Spain

    July 9, 2019
  • Food,  Living Abroad

    A Beginner’s Guide to Spanish Cheeses

    May 25, 2018 /

    Here you’ll find a very basic introduction to the Spanish cheeses that you will likely encounter in your everyday life, complete with the unsensored (and unprofessional) evaluation of two guiris, or foreigners.

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    The Best (Beverage) Ferias I’ve Stumbled Upon in Spain

    July 14, 2019

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    April 15, 2021

    Easy and Healthy Spanish Recipes

    May 7, 2020
  • Confessions,  Culture

    Our Personal Experiences with Bullfighting

    May 24, 2018 /

    The debate about bullfighting is alive and well here in Spain. In this article we’d like to share our thoughts on the matter, from the perspective of Americans attending a bullfight in Spain.

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    September 14, 2021

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    December 22, 2022

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    December 28, 2021
  • Travel

    Corpus Celebration in Granada

    May 20, 2018 /

    In the mood for a typical Andalusian feria—why not give Granada’s Corpus celebration further consideration? We’ve got the most important basics and pro-tips you need to know!

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    What You Need to Know About Almería

    September 17, 2017

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    July 14, 2020

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    September 22, 2017
  • Travel

    What You Need to Know Abour Nerja

    May 13, 2018 /

    Nerja is one of the most well-known white villages along the Costa del Sol of Spain and it has plenty to offer. Check out the details to plan your trip here!

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  • 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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    How to: Feel Comfortable Giving a Presentation in Spanish

    September 11, 2018

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    May 28, 2020

    Help! I Need to Replace my Butano

    April 16, 2019
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