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Why I Went Abroad (Claudia’s Story)
What is a good enough reason for going abroad? We think any reason is good enough! Read Claudia’s story about how she ended up living abroad in this story.
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Don’t Lose That ‘Tourist’ Feeling
When you first arrive somewhere, discovering all the places, even if you have to pay, is a very normal thing to do. However, as you get more comfortable you tend to loose these tendencies. Here's why you shouldn't.
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Travel like a Spaniard during Summer
Do you wonder where Spaniards go to spend their summer holidays? This post dives into the three most likely trips that you will find you Spanish friends taking during the hottest months of the year.
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What’s Happening? Kids Out Until Midnight in Spain
Have you ever wondered why there are kids running around the streets until midnight? Here we dive into why we think this is so culturally acceptable in Spain.
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Confessions: I’m Nervous About Going Home
Living abroad for an extended amount of time can make visits ‘home’ complicated. Today Dani’s getting real about her mixed emotions over returning to Chicago for a summer after nearly four years spent in Spain.
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What is “Home?”
For those of us who live abroad, move often, and/or are nomadic it can be very difficult to pinpoint where and what ‘home’ is. Thankfully, with some help from our friends, we’re getting a little closer to our own definition.
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Making the Most of Your Host Family Experience
Living in a homestay with a host family is a wonderful way to immerse in the local culture. However, you’ve got to put forth the effort if you want to get the most out of this experience. Here are our top four tips (as well as a video!!) on how.
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Fitting in While Abroad (in Spain)
Are you having issues fitting in while living abroad? Here are our insights into the good, the bad, and the ugly of finding a sense of belonging while in a foreign country.
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Understanding the Beer Culture in Spain
The culture of beer, how it is consumed, and how people judge a ‘good beer’ varies from country to country. Thus, we’re sharing what you’ll want to know to understand the beer culture in Spain PLUS a video on how to order it like a pro!
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Life with Visitors is Different
Try as I may, I simply can’t live out my ‘normal life’ when I have visitors! It’s not an inherently bad thing, but certainly something we all need to recognize and come to terms with in our own ways. Thus, I’m sharing some personal insights on the topic.
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What is el Día de San José in Spain
Are you wondering what Día de San José is and what tie it has to Father’s Day? Well look no further as we dive into this celebration today!
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Confessions: I am Vulnerable in Friendships
I personally find it hard to make good friends and one of the reasons why is because that requires me to be vulnerable. However, I believe that strong relationships should be made this way, let me tell you why.