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  • Food,  Travel

    What You Need to Know About Oviedo

    October 18, 2021 /

    Have you heard of Oviedo before? This northern city is not only significant historically, today it is famous for its street art and sculptures. Check out this post for an overview and top things to see to help you plan a trip.

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    A Beginner’s Guide to Spanish Cheeses

    May 25, 2018

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    July 16, 2019

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    October 1, 2020
  • Culture,  Living Abroad

    Snapshots of Spain (Announcing Dani’s Book)

    September 21, 2021 /

    Have you heard? Dani’s releasing her second book this week and it’s a collection of short stories all about expat life in Spain! Check out this post for the details and a tour of the stories’ Spanish destinations.

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    Learning-English Culture in Spain

    April 10, 2018

    Help: Why is Everything in Spain Closed in August?

    July 27, 2018

    Easy and Healthy Spanish Recipes

    May 7, 2020
  • How to,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    Managing Finances for a Short-term Stay in Spain

    August 23, 2021 /

    Have you thought about how you're going to manage your banking transactions and international transfers while living in Spain? Read our top four recommendations for managing finances during a short-term stay.

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    How to: Travel with Budget Airlines

    July 20, 2018

    Remote Work In Spain: A Guide For Expats And Digital Nomads

    December 14, 2023

    How to: Find Community and Make Friends Online

    February 18, 2021
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    It’s Okay to be Creepy!

    August 9, 2021 /

    Do you feel like something's missing from your abroad experience? Like you just can't make the new friendships and connections you were hoping to find here in Spain? Maybe you're just not being creepy enough!

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    This is My Life Now: Dani

    March 15, 2018

    Letters to a New Year (Claudia)

    December 28, 2017

    What is SAD and How it Impacts Your Life Abroad

    February 11, 2021
  • Culture,  Travel

    Who is Antoni Gaudí?

    July 26, 2021 /

    Antoni Gaudí is perhaps the most prolific architect from Spain. If you’re visiting Barcelona (or a few other places around Cataluña and the rest of Spain) you’ll want to know his story, influences, and legacy!

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    Help! I’m Suffering Mini Culture Shocks

    March 26, 2019

    All Places are Different: Preparing for a Culture Comparison

    March 12, 2019

    Who is Francisco Franco?

    October 14, 2018
  • Balance,  Thriving

    Celebrating Our Four Year Blog Anniversary

    July 15, 2021 /

    SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS! As we close our fourth year of running Sincerely, Spain we invite you to celebrate with us and check out some of the new resources and changes we have coming up.

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    Neither 100% Spanish, nor 100% American

    November 24, 2019

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    January 4, 2018

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    October 6, 2020
  • Confessions,  Thriving

    Lessons Learned in Four Years of Blogging

    July 13, 2021 /

    Over the four years we’ve run Sincerely, Spain we’ve grown and learned a lot. Here are six of the most important lessons that the adventure of running this blog together has taught us.

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    Confessions: I am Feeling Vulnerable in these Uncertain Times

    November 26, 2020

    Confessions: That Three Month Feeling

    December 19, 2017

    Confessions: I am Vulnerable in Friendships

    January 31, 2019
  • Culture,  Food

    What’s the Difference Between Gazpacho and Salmorejo?

    July 1, 2021 /

    Gazpacho and salmorejo are both cold soups that are popular in Spain, but do you know the difference between them? We’re diving into how their ingredients differ, how to garnish each, and when to serve these dishes for an authentic andaluz experience.

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    Making Friends as a Foreigner in Finland

    October 20, 2022

    Who is Lady of Almudena?

    November 7, 2019

    Learning How to Drive in Spain (Part 1 – The Basics)

    February 14, 2026
  • How to,  Language Learning

    Language-Learning Before You Move Abroad for Every Level

    June 17, 2021 /

    This extensive list of unconventional recommendations for language-learning are broken down into different categories of great ways to incorporate Spanish into your everday life. Perfect for anyone who wants to learn or brush up on their Spanish before a move abroad.

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    What are my options for returning to Spain?

    February 20, 2018

    How to: Host Long-term Visitors

    July 20, 2023

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

    September 7, 2021
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    Top Resources for Planning English Lessons

    June 10, 2021 /

    We’ve all had that moment in which we had no idea what to do for an English lesson. To help you out, here are some tried and true FREE resources available online for planning English lessons for kids and adults.

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    Using a Public Bathroom in Spain

    October 29, 2020

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    March 20, 2018
  • Adapting,  Food,  How to

    How to Make: Spanish-Style Coffee at Home

    June 2, 2021 /

    Have you noticed how 'normal' drip-coffee makers are pretty much nowhere to be found in Spanish households? You might wonder how one makes coffee then!? Trust us, they've got a good system and we're here to walk you through the process!

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    Confessions: I Speak Differently to Different People

    February 6, 2018

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

    November 23, 2021

    How to: Cheaply Send a Package to Spain

    October 30, 2018
  • How to,  Language Learning

    The Ultimate Guide to Learning Spanish: Season One Round-up

    May 23, 2021 /

    To wrap up season one of the Cómo Aprender Español: Entrevistas con Expertos series, we’ve compiled all of the videos in one place so you can binge-watch these interviews created to help you learn Spanish.

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    What to Pack for Your Study Abroad Experience

    January 14, 2021

    How Can I get all of my Prescriptions Filled Before Leaving for Spain?

    July 17, 2018

    Going to the Movies in Spain

    June 11, 2019
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