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  • Adapting,  Balance

    Empathizing with People in Uncertain Times

    May 19, 2020 /

    Have you found yourself talking to friends or family for the first time in years? Are you frustrated by conversations that you are having? Check out our three top tips on how to empathize with people during these uncertain times.

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    November 6, 2018

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    June 30, 2020

    What to Expect when Making Plans with Spaniards

    January 19, 2021
  • Adapting,  Balance

    Dealing with Uncertain Times

    March 26, 2020 /

    No one really knows how to deal with these uncertain times. That is why we have put together this list of 13 things that we are currently doing to keep positive and moving forward in our lives.

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    Why Shorter Photoshoots Work Best with Toddlers in Spain

    May 2, 2026

    There’s Something Magical About the First Time―at an Intercambio

    November 24, 2017

    Being Home: A Reflection on the Ups and Downs of Moving Abroad

    May 9, 2021
  • How to,  Preparing

    How Can I Best Communicate with a Traveling Loved One?

    March 24, 2020 /

    You might be at a bit of a loss as to the best ways to communicate with a loved one who is far away, living abroad. Not to worry, we’ve outline seven forms of communication in this article to make sure the communication is great!

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    Where Can I Buy That? Food Edition

    November 17, 2020

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    April 9, 2020

    Using a Bathroom in Spain

    October 27, 2020
  • Culture,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    The Four Most Important Things to Know About Spanish Culture Before You Move Abroad

    January 7, 2020 /

    There’s so much to consider before you decide to move abroad. Check out this article for the most important aspects of Spanish culture you should understand when preparing to live abroad.

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    Snapshots of Spain (Announcing Dani’s Book)

    September 21, 2021

    What is the Mediterranean Diet?

    October 15, 2019

    Catholic but not Catholic

    December 3, 2019
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Being Thankful: Celebrating Thanksgiving in Spain

    November 28, 2019 /

    Happy Thanksgiving! Even though you might be super thankful for your study or live abroad experience, the holiday time can be hard. Check out these top tips for celebrating your traditions abroad.

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    Confessions: I am a Serial Friender

    February 15, 2018

    Dealing with Your Period Abroad (in Spain)

    October 12, 2021

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

    November 23, 2021
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Why I’m Thankful for my Abroad Experience

    November 26, 2019 /

    It’s that time of year when we’re all feeling extra thankful so Dani’s opening up on five reasons why she’s grateful for her time studying, teaching, and living abroad in Spain.

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    Coming to Terms with “No Pasa Nada”

    May 20, 2021

    Confessions: I’m a Workaholic

    April 21, 2020

    Confessions: It Sucks that Everybody Leaves

    August 16, 2018
  • Living Abroad

    Why I Went Abroad (Claudia’s Story)

    October 13, 2019 /

    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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    Adapting to a New Culture: Claudia’s Experiences

    August 20, 2020

    Relocating to Madrid: A Specialist’s Insights into Apartment-Hunting

    September 21, 2023

    Getting out there―Being Socially Awkward while Abroad

    January 21, 2021
  • Balance,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Don’t Lose That ‘Tourist’ Feeling

    September 12, 2019 /

    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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    December 7, 2021

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    November 29, 2018

    Neither 100% Spanish, nor 100% American

    November 24, 2019
  • Travel

    Travel like a Spaniard during Summer

    September 1, 2019 /

    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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  • Adapting,  Culture

    What’s Happening? Kids Out Until Midnight in Spain

    July 23, 2019 /

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

    February 14, 2026

    How to: Cheaply Send a Package to Spain

    October 30, 2018

    What is Día de la Constitución or December 6th holidays?

    December 5, 2019
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Confessions: I’m Nervous About Going Home

    June 13, 2019 /

    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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    Confessions: Sometimes I Have to Ask for Help

    June 7, 2018

    Confessions: I am a Different Person in Different Languages

    January 18, 2018

    Navigating Expat Life: Building Community as New Parents

    October 17, 2024
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    What is “Home?”

    May 30, 2019 /

    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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    What is SAD and How it Impacts Your Life Abroad

    February 11, 2021

    Happy New Year!

    January 1, 2019

    Confessions: I’m Still Learning How to Accept Who I am

    May 4, 2021
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