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  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Creating Spanish Friendship by Staying True to Yourself

    July 18, 2019 /

    Making friends as an adult isn’t easy. This is Part II in a two part series where we get into the details about creating friendships in Spain. Today we are diving into how to make friends while being true to yourself.

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    January 28, 2020

    Job Search Abroad (Insights from Spain to US)

    August 11, 2020

    Studying a Degree in Spain (Part II)

    March 1, 2018
  • Adapting,  Food

    Creating Spanish Friendship Through Food and Drink

    July 16, 2019 /

    We have talked about making friends with Spaniards before but in this two part series we dive into how making friends in Spain is related to food and drink. Part one is dedicated to understanding and adapting.

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    November 23, 2021

    Best Sites for Finding an Apartment in Spain

    August 8, 2019

    Find Your Why for Being Abroad

    October 10, 2019
  • Culture

    My Experience with Coffee in Spain

    July 7, 2019 /

    It seems like coffee has an important role to play all around the world. However, we have experience of living the importance of coffee in Spain. Are you interested in finding out what we have personally discovered…?

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    Traditions: Catalan Christmas

    December 8, 2020

    Día de Santiago in Spain

    July 21, 2019

    What is this “Name Day” Tradition in Spain?

    November 5, 2019
  • How to,  Language Learning,  Preparing

    Expressions: When and How to Use “Hasta…”

    June 25, 2019 /

    Hasta luego, hasta ahora, hasta entonces… As a language-learner, it may seem like there are endless ways to say “see you later” in Spain. If you’re curious about the intricacies of when you use one rather than the other, this article is for you!

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    What’s the Difference Between a Spanish Coach and a Spanish Teacher?

    October 31, 2024

    How to: Rent a Car in Spain

    August 24, 2018

    Your First Conversation with Your Host Family

    September 29, 2020
  • 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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    Maneuvering Menopause Abroad

    October 5, 2021

    Confessions: I don’t always have all the right words

    March 18, 2021

    Confessions: I Have Non-Commitment Issues

    April 4, 2018
  • How to,  Preparing

    Going to the Movies in Spain

    June 11, 2019 /

    Have you ever realized how much we take cultural know-how for granted in everyday activities? My first experience going to the cinema in Spain taught me that there’s a lot to consider if you’re in a different country.

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    My Secret to Avoiding Loan Default While Living Abroad in Spain

    July 3, 2018

    How to: Find Community and Make Friends Online

    February 18, 2021

    Where Can I Buy That? Food Edition

    November 17, 2020
  • 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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    Confessions: I Miss Home

    November 15, 2018

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

    May 4, 2021

    This is My Life Now: Claudia

    March 8, 2018
  • Adapting,  How to,  Study Abroad

    Making the Most of Your Host Family Experience

    May 28, 2019 /

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

    February 14, 2026

    How To: Buy a Flamenco Dress for Sevilla’s “Feria de abril”

    April 13, 2018

    How to: Get a Phone (Number) in Spain

    April 20, 2021
  • Thriving

    Fitting in While Abroad (in Spain)

    May 23, 2019 /

    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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    Accepting My Own Journey (Claudia)

    June 21, 2018

    Confessions: It Sucks that Everybody Leaves

    August 16, 2018

    Spending the Holidays Away from Home

    December 13, 2021
  • Adapting,  Culture

    Life is in the Street in Spain

    May 21, 2019 /

    Have you noticed that people seem to be in the streets all the time in Spain? Is it hard for you to adapt to? In this article we dive into our top tips for taking advantage of this lifestyle.

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    Making the Most of Your Host Family Experience

    May 28, 2019

    The Importance of Coffee Shops in Spain

    November 6, 2018

    What does ‘Poco a poco’ Mean!?

    May 12, 2020
  • Adapting,  Culture,  Food

    Understanding the Beer Culture in Spain

    April 2, 2019 /

    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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    7 Steps to a Successful Peluquería Trip (Getting a Haircut in Spain)

    September 8, 2020

    Spanish Style Eating

    October 1, 2020

    A Quick Guide to Spanish Breakfast

    April 27, 2021
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Life with Visitors is Different

    March 21, 2019 /

    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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    Using a Public Bathroom in Spain

    October 29, 2020

    How Dani Ended Up Living Abroad

    January 26, 2021

    Cómo Aprender Español: Temas Tabúes

    March 21, 2021
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