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    When and How do I Give ‘Dos Besos’?

    January 9, 2020 /

    The 'two kisses' greeting here in Spain can be very new for us guiris. That's why we've got some tips to help you understand just how to go about this greeting and when to use it!

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    February 25, 2020

    Understanding the Weather in Spain

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  • Balance,  Confessions,  Thriving

    Confessions: It’s Really Hard for Me to Take a Day Off

    February 21, 2019 /

    I mean, how often do YOU take time off? And I don’t mean simply not going to work; I mean truly, deeply giving your mind and body a rest—completely guilt-free. Chances are, you may need to do some reflecting as I have…

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    Healthy Lifestyles: 7 Activities That Make Exercise Feel Fun

    October 17, 2019

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    February 8, 2018

    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2021)

    December 29, 2020
  • Food,  Travel

    Making the Most of Food Markets while Traveling Abroad

    August 17, 2018 /

    One of my favorite things to do while travelling is check out the local markets and stock up! This article dives into taking advantage of markets while visiting or living abroad.

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    Top Five Spanish Foods You Must Try

    February 4, 2020

    Where Can I Buy That? Food Edition

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    Seasonings and Spices in Spain

    March 23, 2018
  • Adapting,  Culture

    Help: Why is Everything in Spain Closed in August?

    July 27, 2018 /

    Planning a summer getaway to Spain? Make sure to keep in mind that all but the largest cities shut down a bit during these months—especially August. Wondering what to expect?

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    Choosing Your Coffee in Spain

    July 2, 2019

    Finding your Food Favorite Places While Abroad (in Spain)

    April 9, 2019

    My First Time…At an Intercambio

    December 1, 2017
  • Adapting

    Why do People Walk Everywhere in Spain?

    July 13, 2018 /

    Spend a bit of time in Spain and you’ll notice that so many people seems to choose walking over traveling by car or even public transportation. What’s up with that? Lace up your shoes and let me walk you through it.

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    An Introduction to the Job Situation in Spain

    January 14, 2020

    Expressions: ¿Qué tal…?

    February 11, 2020

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

    November 24, 2017
  • Adapting,  Culture,  How to

    Managing Reverse Culture Shock

    June 5, 2018 /

    It’s not uncommon to feel frustration and resistance to your own culture upon returning home after a long time abroad. For those of you dealing with reverse culture shock, we’ve got some tips and personal insights to share.

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    March 20, 2018

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    October 20, 2022
  • Culture,  Preparing

    Introduction to Reverse Culture Shock

    June 1, 2018 /

    As if leaving your wonderful new “home” abroad isn’t bad enough, returning home after studying/teaching/living abroad could mean that reverse culture shock is right around the corner. Be sure to check out this article in order to prepare yourself for what that may mean.

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  • Culture,  Thriving

    Cultural Competence Part III (Acquiring Competences)

    May 17, 2018 /

    We’ve talk about cultural competences before, but how do you integrate them into your daily life? See these five exercises to get your head in the right place for acquiring cultural competences.

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    August 11, 2020
  • Balance,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Six Strategies for Managing Unstructured Time

    February 8, 2018 /

    Sometimes living abroad comes with more unstructured time than you're used to. In order to help you make the most of this opportunity, I'm sharing six strategies that I've been using to improve my time management.

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

    May 4, 2021

    Finding Balance with Spanish Food

    August 31, 2017

    Four Reasons Why You Need to Take Yourself on a Day Trip

    August 23, 2018
  • Adapting,  How to,  Living Abroad

    How to: Survive Without a Dryer

    January 30, 2018 /

    Have you been feeling like not having a dryer is really throwing off your clothes-washing process? Don't worry, we've all been there but have picked up some tips along the way to help you adapt to the Spanish way, tenderos and all!

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    October 8, 2019
  • Adapting,  How to,  Living Abroad

    Using a Shower in Spain

    January 23, 2018 /

    You may think that showering is pretty straightforward, regardless of the country you are in. But there are a few things you find different in Spain (and Europe in general). 

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  • Living Abroad,  Preparing

    It Gets Cold in Spain!

    November 21, 2017 /

    Even though you may think it is always warm in Spain, that is not true! In the north, the mountains, and even in the south, we get cold! Learn how we are trying to combat it! 

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    April 28, 2020

    SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!

    January 16, 2018
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