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  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    This is My Life Now: Dani

    March 15, 2018 /

    We talk about a lot of different things on the blog, but we don't always invite you into our heads. This article focuses on what Dani is focusing on and thinking about at the moment.

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    A Conversation with Expat Coach and Psychologist Gabriela

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    Confessions: Five Years of “Friend-Dating” (Dani’s Success Story)

    June 6, 2026

    Confessions: Sometimes I Feel Alone

    September 14, 2021
  • Travel

    Visiting the Consuegra Windmills: Everything You Need to Know

    March 11, 2018 /

    Has Don Quixote and its musical and film adaptations got you itching to see a traditional Spanish windmill up close and in person? If so, we've got the perfect day-trip planned for you in Castilla-La Mancha!

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    Day Trips from Granada

    July 9, 2020

    Travel like a Spaniard during Summer

    September 1, 2019

    Why You Should Travel Alone

    October 3, 2017
  • How to,  Travel

    How to: be a Good Bla Bla Car Rider

    March 9, 2018 /

    If you're interested in using the ride-share company Bla Bla Car you should also be interested in being a good participant! Check out our tips on the etiquette from the rider's end.

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    Language-Learning Before You Move Abroad for Every Level

    June 17, 2021

    Why Shorter Photoshoots Work Best with Toddlers in Spain

    May 2, 2026

    Where Can I Buy That? Clothes Edition

    December 12, 2019
  • Culture,  Travel

    What You Need to Know about Córdoba

    March 4, 2018 /

    Cordoba is not only known for its beautiful flower-filled festivals, it was also the capital of Al Andalus, the Moorish Iberian peninsula. You're definitely going to want to find out more about this intriguing Andalusian city. 

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    Traditions: Belenes (Nativity Scenes) in Spain

    December 17, 2020

    Domingo de Resurrección in Spain

    April 1, 2021

    Introduction to Reverse Culture Shock

    June 1, 2018
  • Living Abroad,  Preparing

    Teaching English with Auxiliares

    February 27, 2018 /

    Aside from undergraduate study abroad programs, one of your best options for moving to Spain is to teach English with the government's Auxiliares program. Learn more about the basics, pros, and cons of this option in this article.

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    Living and Traveling in Spain as a Black Person: An Interview with Somto

    April 6, 2021

    7 things I miss about living in (Granada) Spain

    November 16, 2023

    Being Thankful: Celebrating Thanksgiving in Spain

    November 28, 2019
  • Travel

    Visiting the Sierra Nevada: Everything you need to know

    February 25, 2018 /

    Looking for an exciting winter wonderland? Who knew you could find just that near Spain's Mediterranean coast! If you like skiing, snowboarding, or simply wandering in the snow, be sure to check out the Sierra Nevada!

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    How to: Choose a Travel Buddy

    October 27, 2017

    How I Travel Alone

    October 12, 2017

    Why You Should Travel Alone

    October 3, 2017
  • How to,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    What are my options for returning to Spain?

    February 20, 2018 /

    Are you past the point of studying abroad during your undergraduate years, but still looking for options to live abroad in Spain? This article is the right one for you as we'll dive into the basics of teaching, studying, and working abroad.

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    Expressions: When and How to Use “Hasta…”

    June 25, 2019

    How to: Vote as an American Living Abroad

    September 22, 2020

    How to: Use Couchsurfing (as a Guest)

    July 15, 2017
  • Balance,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Six Strategies for Managing Unstructured Time

    February 8, 2018 /

    Sometimes living abroad comes with more unstructured time than you're used to. In order to help you make the most of this opportunity, I'm sharing six strategies that I've been using to improve my time management.

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    Dealing with Uncertain Times

    March 26, 2020

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    August 31, 2017

    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2021)

    December 29, 2020
  • Culture,  Travel

    What is the Carnaval de Cádiz?

    February 4, 2018 /

    Did you know it's almost time for Carnaval? If you weren't aware, you're definitely going to want to check out our overview of one of Spain's most popular festivals. Get your costume ready!

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    Our Ultimate Guide to Christmas in Spain

    December 19, 2024

    The Languages of Spain: An Introduction

    June 16, 2020

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    February 3, 2019
  • How to,  Thriving

    How to: Deal with People Speaking to You in English

    February 1, 2018 /

    When you've been doing everything you can to improve and practice your Spanish, it can be really disheartening and frustrating when others switch to English in order to engage with you. However, it's not always personal! For our insights and tips

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    Make Your ‘Host City’ Your Home (Why and How)

    September 10, 2019

    How I maintain my Spanish without living in a Spanish speaking country

    June 20, 2024

    Making the Most of Your Host Family Experience

    May 28, 2019
  • Adapting,  How to,  Living Abroad

    How to: Survive Without a Dryer

    January 30, 2018 /

    Have you been feeling like not having a dryer is really throwing off your clothes-washing process? Don't worry, we've all been there but have picked up some tips along the way to help you adapt to the Spanish way, tenderos and all!

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    Work-to-Live vs. Live-to-Work

    September 24, 2019

    Dealing with Uncertain Times

    March 26, 2020

    How to: Make Friends with Spaniards

    March 10, 2020
  • Living Abroad,  Study Abroad

    SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!

    January 16, 2018 /

    We interrupt your regularly-programmed content to bring you a special announcement about an important milestone for us and how we're planning to better serve you.

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    Giving Birth as an Expat in Spain – Insights from a Doula

    September 7, 2021

    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2018)

    January 4, 2018

    Job Search Abroad (Insights from Spain to US)

    August 11, 2020
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