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    What is el Día de Andalucía (Day of Andalusia)

    February 3, 2019 /

    With so many local festivals in Spain, it is sometimes hard to keep track of what each one means. Today we are diving into one of the most important holidays in southern Spain: Día de Andalucía.

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    What is el Día de Reyes Magos in Spain

    January 6, 2019 /

    Happy día de Reyes! Do you know what that means or are you just wondering what is going on in Spain on the 6th of January? Here we are diving into how Spaniards celebrate the Epiphany.

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    Happy New Year!

    January 1, 2019 /

    From Dani and Claudia here at Sincerely, Spain, we would like to wish you a wonderful start to 2019. And to support you on your study and live abroad journeys we would like to offer you a special coaching offer.

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    An Introduction to Cultural Competence

    January 28, 2020

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

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  • Culture

    Televised New Year’s Eve Program in Spain

    December 30, 2018 /

    New Years Eve (Nochevieja) is a special time of year in Spain when most will actually stay home and have dinner with their family, accompanied by a very important televised New Year’s Eve program.

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    Merry Christmas!!

    December 25, 2018 /

    Nothing too in-depth today, simply wishing you a merry Christmas, where ever the holidays may find you!

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    Accepting My Own Journey Part II

    January 23, 2025

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    November 28, 2019

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    December 7, 2017
  • Culture

    Snapshots of Spain at Christmas

    December 16, 2018 /

    We’ve told you an awful lot about this festive time of year, but a picture is worth a thousand words so enjoy this more visual representation and insights into Spain at Christmas time.

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  • Balance,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Hosting the Holidays Abroad

    December 13, 2018 /

    Hosting the holidays is a big responsibility wherever you are, but it can be extra intimidating if you’ll be doing it for the first time while abroad! Dani dishes on her honest-to-goodness feelings about this and shares some tips as well.

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  • Confessions,  Thriving

    Confessions: I’m not Spending the Holidays with my Family

    December 6, 2018 /

    The holiday season isn’t always easy when you are away from home. This year I am not spending the holidays with my family and at first it was hard to wrap my head around this idea. Now I have a plan!

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  • Culture,  Preparing

    What does October 12th mean in Spain?

    October 12, 2018 /

    Are you wondering why everything is closed on the 12th of October in Spain? Well we are here to give you insight to why that is! Check out this article for more information about this holiday.

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  • Travel

    Top Tips for Making food in Hostels/Airbnb

    September 25, 2018 /

    Thinking about how you are going to make the most of the kitchen at your hostel or Airbnb? Check out our top tips to ensure that you have a good experience cooking during your travels.

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    Spanish Expressions in Everyday Life: El Mundo es un Pañuelo

    September 13, 2018 /

    Wondering just how small the world can feel? Here are some examples of the expression “el mundo es un pañuelo” that have happened to us!

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  • 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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