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  • Balance

    Neither 100% Spanish, nor 100% American

    November 24, 2019 /

    Finding your balance between two different cultures is never easy. In this post guest writer Monika Cinch dives into what it feels like to be connect to both her American upbringing and her Spanish experience at the same time.

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    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2019)

    December 27, 2018

    Living in Spanish is Tiring

    September 1, 2020

    How to: Host Long-term Visitors

    July 20, 2023
  • Culture,  Thriving

    International Love: A Spaniard’s Insights on Dating a Brit

    November 14, 2019 /

    Wondering what it’s like to date a Brit? Today’s guest writer, Luis, opens up about his international love story—sharing their cultures, creating their own language, and ups and downs along the way.

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    Traditions: Nochebuena (Christmas Eve) in Spain

    December 15, 2020

    Semana Santa: Who You See in Processions

    March 30, 2021

    Help! I’m Suffering Mini Culture Shocks

    March 26, 2019
  • Culture,  Thriving

    International Love: An American’s Insights on Dating a Spaniard

    November 12, 2019 /

    Wondering what it’s like to date a Spaniard? Today’s guest writer, Mary, opens up about her international love story—sharing their cultures, manuevering language barriers, and all the laughs along the way.

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    What is el Día de Andalucía (Day of Andalusia)

    February 3, 2019

    Who is Federico García Lorca

    February 25, 2020

    Traditions: Mantecados and Polvorones (Spanish Christmas Sweets)

    December 3, 2020
  • Travel

    What You Need to Know About Travel Insurance in Spain

    November 3, 2019 /

    Are you planning a trip to Spain and wondering if you need travel insurance? Today’s guest writer, Gabriella, answers your questions on who and what is covered by Spain’s free healthcare as well as provides great further resources.

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    What You Need to Know about Logroño

    June 24, 2018

    5 Great Walking/Hiking Routes in La Alpujarra

    June 24, 2021

    What is Al-Andalus?

    September 2, 2018
  • Study Abroad,  Thriving

    Becoming Friends Through Study Abroad: A Guest Post

    March 14, 2019 /

    Have you ever wondered about how people make good friends while studying abroad? Today we have guest writer Caroline ZuHone sharing her story with good friend a co-writer Lexa from the blog Sippin’ Sangria.

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    Personal Benefits of Studying Abroad

    December 17, 2019

    Student-Teacher Relationships in Spain (Part II)

    January 17, 2019

    Mental Health Resources while Abroad

    June 4, 2020
  • Adapting,  Living Abroad

    How Don Quijote Became a Teen Mom

    February 19, 2019 /

    Sometimes the life of a pet-owner throws you curveballs! Check out our guest writer Skylar’s story about how her newfound kitten unexpectedly became a mama cat.

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    What to Expect at Sunday Lunch in Spain

    June 28, 2021

    My Real Life in Spain

    December 22, 2022

    Returning Home

    December 26, 2017
  • Confessions

    Confessions: Dealing with Mental Health Issues while Abroad

    December 20, 2018 /

    Dealing with mental health while studying or living abroad is a real thing. Learn more about Katy’s story and her top recommendations for making the most out of your experience (while taking care of yourself).

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    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2021)

    December 31, 2020

    Confessions: After 8+ Years Living in Spain, It’s Still Hard to Make Friends!

    September 1, 2022

    Confessions: I’m a Workaholic

    April 21, 2020
  • Living Abroad,  Preparing

    Moving Abroad as a Couple

    November 27, 2018 /

    Are you preparing to move abroad as a couple? If so, you’ll want to know all the details our guest writer, Jen, who moved to Spain with her partner is sharing in terms of what to expect and top tips you should keep in mind!

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    Redefining Ourselves in New Life Stages

    May 29, 2025

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

    May 9, 2021

    How Claudia Ended Up Living Abroad

    January 7, 2021
  • Travel

    What You Need to Know about Barcelona⁠—From a Different Perspective

    November 25, 2018 /

    Visiting places like Barcelona are directly impacted by who’s viewpoint you are seeing the city from. Today we are visiting they city with a self-described magic artist who grew up in the area! Join us.

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    How to: Eat Pintxos in Bilbao

    July 24, 2018

    Visiting the The Sagrada Familia: Everything You Need to Know

    July 15, 2018

    How to: Use Bla Bla Car

    October 13, 2017
  • Language Learning,  Preparing,  Study Abroad

    The Pros and Cons of Studying Spanish in Andalucía

    November 13, 2018 /

    Are you thinking about studying Spanish in Andalucía? Today’s guest writer, Charlotte, is weighing the pros and cons and it certainly seems to come out in Spain’s southern region’s favor!

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    Easy Spanish for Shopping at a Clothing Store

    December 10, 2019

    What Does “Me Cago en…” Actually Mean?

    October 23, 2018

    What Does “(Me) Da Igual” Really Mean!?

    October 3, 2019
  • Thriving

    A Letter to the Parents of Travelers

    November 1, 2018 /

    We recognize that this travel and/or live abroad journey isn’t always easy on the family and loved ones we leave behind. To honor that, today we’re looking at the experience from the perspective of Dani’s parents.

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    Accepting My Own Journey (Claudia)

    June 21, 2018

    Coming to Terms with “No Pasa Nada”

    May 20, 2021

    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2023)

    January 19, 2023
  • How to,  Travel

    Travel Essentials for a Weekend Away

    September 28, 2018 /

    Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or a first-timer, the weekend-away can be a tricky one to pack for. Thankfully, our guest writer, Caroline ZuHone, has some solid tips to help you figure out the essentials for short travel.

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    How to: Make Friends with Spaniards

    March 10, 2020

    Top Tips for the Auxiliares Application Process

    December 28, 2018

    How to: order beer in Spain

    July 9, 2019
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