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What you should know about Washington Irving
For English-speakers, Washington Irving is best known as the author of short stories like “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” but here in Spain he is loved for his historical works that put Spain back on the map.
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Managing Reverse Culture Shock
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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Introduction to Reverse Culture Shock
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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Visiting Portugal: the Algarve
Thinking about heading to Southern Portugal for a bit of an escape—I can’t blame you! Check out this article for some of our top picks of places to see and things to eat!
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Cultural Competence Part III (Acquiring Competences)
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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How to: Make Paella like a Spaniard
Spain is known for its paella, but how much do you really know about this special dish? Join us as we dive into the this world.
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How I Talked to my Family about Moving Abroad (Claudia)
Understanding why you want to go abroad for yourself can be difficult, so imagine trying to explain it to others. In this article, Claudia dives into how she talks about it with close friends and family.
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What to Expect from Spanish Bikers
Being able to bike around a city that you are visiting or living in is a great way to leisurely see the city in addition to an easy transport option. However, every place has its quirks and this is what we think about biking in Spain.
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Understanding when Spaniards don’t Speak English with You
Have you ever tried to communicate with a Spaniard in English and have them refuse to speak to you? This article dives into our interpretation of why that may be.
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Cultural Competence Part II (Evaluating Yourself)
This article dives into the self-evaluation part of cultural competences, and why this first step is an important one while trying to develop your skills and behaviors.
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What You Need to Know About Salamanca
Home to Spain's oldest university, Salamanca is a great place to visit, whether you're looking for art and architecture or international beers and partying. Check out our tips for how to take in the best of it all.
