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    Day Trips from Malaga

    July 14, 2020 /

    There are many beautiful places to visit just a quick car/train/bus-ride (or even bike ride!) away from Malaga. Here are 10 of our favorites if you will be spending a long time in the city and looking to branch out.

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    What you need to know about Tarragona

    September 16, 2018

    What is the Carnaval de Cádiz?

    February 4, 2018

    Itinerary for One Day in Valencia: See the Must-Visit Spots

    September 19, 2024
  • Adapting

    Understanding Spain’s Policy on Coronavirus

    June 30, 2020 /

    In recent weeks, there have been a lot of changes in Spain in terms of the approach to de-escalating the COVID-19 pandemic. This resource will help you understand the different phases and current rules.

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    Expressions: ¿Qué tal…?

    February 11, 2020

    Language-Learning: A Review of italki

    April 16, 2020

    Insights into Daily Life: An Interview

    December 11, 2018
  • How to,  Language Learning

    Long-term Language Learning (Why and How)

    June 11, 2020 /

    Language-learning can be a life-long commitment. In this post we unpack the reasons why we take a long-term approach and believe you should, too!

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    June 8, 2021

    Language-Learning Tips: Change Your Relationship with Mistakes

    February 16, 2023

    How to: Use Couchsurfing (as a Guest)

    July 15, 2017
  • 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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    3 Lessons Learned After Moving to Spain

    December 28, 2021

    It Gets Cold in Spain!

    November 21, 2017

    Top Six Things You Should Know When Visiting a Doctor in Spain

    March 16, 2021
  • 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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    PDA is Everywhere in Spain

    May 8, 2018

    Language Learning: Reading in Spanish

    April 2, 2020

    Student-Teacher Relationships in Spain (Part I)

    June 8, 2018
  • 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’s the Difference Between a Spanish Coach and a Spanish Teacher?

    October 31, 2024

    Language-Learning Tips: Change Your Relationship with Mistakes

    February 16, 2023

    How to: Feel Comfortable Giving a Presentation in Spanish

    September 11, 2018
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad

    The Story of How We Met

    May 14, 2020 /

    Are you curious how the writers of this blog came to be friends in the first place? We thought you might be, so Dani tells the story here of how two American Midwesterners found friendship in the south of Spain!

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    Confessions: Feeling Imposter Syndrome at Work (While Living Abroad)

    June 22, 2023

    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2020)

    January 12, 2020

    Accepting My Own Journey Part II

    January 23, 2025
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    What does ‘Poco a poco’ Mean!?

    May 12, 2020 /

    Poco a poco is not only a good Spanish expression to learn, it’s also an approach to life that is particularly relevant during these uncertain times.

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    The Importance of Language

    January 21, 2020

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    January 15, 2019

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    January 19, 2021
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    At Home Anywhere: Journaling and Reflections

    April 30, 2020 /

    The exploration of Rachael Lynn’s book At Home Anywhere continues in this post as Dani shares excerpts from her journal in which she answers some of the book’s reflection questions.

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    The Story of How We Met

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    December 31, 2020

    Confessions: I am Feeling Vulnerable in these Uncertain Times

    November 26, 2020
  • How to,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    At Home Anywhere: A Book Review

    April 28, 2020 /

    In this post, we review and provide insight on everything the book At Home Anywhere has to offer. It’s likely a good fit for you, whether you’re moving abroad or not.

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    How to: Survive Without a Dryer

    January 30, 2018

    What to Expect at Sunday Lunch in Spain

    June 28, 2021

    Where Can I Buy That? Food Edition

    November 17, 2020
  • Thriving

    Don’t Ignore Your Body’s “Check Engine Lights”

    April 23, 2020 /

    Just like our cars are programed to warn us when something’s not right, our bodies do the same! If you find you have trouble paying attention to these warning, check out this advice.

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    How to: Make Your Study Abroad Experience Work for You

    September 17, 2019

    This is My Life Now: Dani

    March 15, 2018

    Studying a Degree in Spain (Part I)

    February 22, 2018
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    Language-Learning: A Review of italki

    April 16, 2020 /

    If you want to learn a language online through one-on-one video classes, italki is an excellent option for you! Read our thoughts on the benefits and drawbacks of this platform for more information.

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    How to: Cheaply Send a Package to Spain

    October 30, 2018

    How to: Use Correos (Part I)

    October 8, 2020

    Spanish Style Eating

    October 1, 2020
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We're Dani and Claudia, two American expats with a love of Spain. Let us be your guide to Spanish culture, language-learning, living abroad.

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