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  • Culture,  Food

    What’s the Difference Between Gazpacho and Salmorejo?

    July 1, 2021 /

    Gazpacho and salmorejo are both cold soups that are popular in Spain, but do you know the difference between them? We’re diving into how their ingredients differ, how to garnish each, and when to serve these dishes for an authentic andaluz experience.

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    I’ll Never Truly be Spanish…

    November 19, 2019

    The Importance of Coffee Shops in Spain

    November 6, 2018

    Traditions: New Year’s Eve in Spain

    December 31, 2019
  • Language Learning,  Thriving

    Top Six Ways to Learn Spanish Outside of Spanish Class

    June 14, 2021 /

    Learning Spanish doesn't have to consist just of official classes at your university or at a language school. Check out these six tips for making the most out of your language learning experience.

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    September 15, 2020

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    February 16, 2023

    Easy Spanish for Traveling

    March 5, 2019
  • How to,  Living Abroad

    What Type of TEFL Teaching Job is Right for Me?

    June 8, 2021 /

    Are you thinking about getting your TEFL Certification and going to teach English abroad? If so, this post is for you as our guest writer focuses on different types of teaching jobs and which one might be best for you.

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    How Can I get all of my Prescriptions Filled Before Leaving for Spain?

    July 17, 2018

    How to: Rent a Car in Spain

    August 24, 2018

    Beyond Spain: Rich Encoding Techniques For Spanish Fluency

    March 20, 2025
  • Travel

    An Introduction to Basque Country History

    May 25, 2021 /

    We’ve talked about how much we like the Basque Country before and today we want to dive into this region’s history and some cultural identifiers.

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    Itinerary for One Day in Valencia: See the Must-Visit Spots

    September 19, 2024

    What You Need to Know About Cáceres

    May 19, 2019

    What You Need to Know About Pamplona

    June 3, 2018
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Coming to Terms with “No Pasa Nada”

    May 20, 2021 /

    When I first arrived in Spain I was enamored with their laid-back “no pasa nada” attitude but as time has gone on it’s become more difficult to embrace. Today I’m fessing up to the ways in which I’ll never “be no pasa nada” and why.

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    January 19, 2023

    7 things I like about living in Finland

    November 23, 2023

    I’ll Never Truly be Spanish…

    November 19, 2019
  • Adapting,  Living Abroad

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

    May 9, 2021 /

    In today’s guest post, Usha shares about the challenges and benefits of moving abroad. From the noisy metropolis of Mumbai to the (comparatively) quiet London, Usha opens up about the ups and downs of international living.

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    How to: order beer in Spain

    July 9, 2019

    Easy Spanish for Shopping at a Supermarket

    October 24, 2019

    Our Reading Recommendations for Language Learning (Spanish)

    July 10, 2018
  • Living Abroad,  Travel

    Living and Traveling in Spain as a Black Person: An Interview with Somto

    April 6, 2021 /

    Being Black can impact your living abroad and traveling experiences in Spain. While we are not experts when it comes to this topic, we have interviewed someone who is. In this interview we talk with Somto of the Somto Seeks blog about being a Black traveler and expat.

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    It Gets Cold in Spain!

    November 21, 2017

    Confessions: My Life is in English

    February 16, 2021

    Creating Spanish Friendship by Staying True to Yourself

    July 18, 2019
  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    The Ultimate Guide to Spanish Expressions

    February 23, 2021 /

    Do you ever feel frustrated that you don’t understand certain expressions in Spanish? Today we’re exploring and explaining the top five common expressions you’ll want to know from Spain (plus many more resources!).

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    Our Reading Recommendations for Language Learning (Spanish)

    July 10, 2018

    The Pros and Cons of Studying Spanish in Andalucía

    November 13, 2018

    Are You Fluent In Spanish?

    November 9, 2021
  • How to,  Thriving

    How to: Find Community and Make Friends Online

    February 18, 2021 /

    In the weird world we currently live in, you may feel isolated need to consider creative ways to feel connected. We’ve got lots of tips for where you can find community online and how you can make new friends—virtually.

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    How to: Balance Two Worlds

    November 3, 2020

    Managing Finances for a Short-term Stay in Spain

    August 23, 2021

    Choosing between a Homestay and Student Residence

    July 30, 2019
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad

    How Dani Ended Up Living Abroad

    January 26, 2021 /

    Those of us who end up abroad do so at different times of our lives and for different reasons. If you are wondering how Dani ended up abroad, check out this post!

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    Confessions: We Still Get Sad Living Abroad

    February 9, 2021

    Coming to Terms with “No Pasa Nada”

    May 20, 2021

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

    December 6, 2018
  • Preparing,  Study Abroad

    Why should I study abroad anyway?

    January 12, 2021 /

    If you’re considering studying abroad but feel uncertain it's right for you, we’ve got five great reasons you should do it! Lots of lessons learned and insights shared from Dani’s personal experience. Check it out!

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    The Acceptance of Homosexuality in Spain

    December 4, 2018

    How to: Properly Prepare a Tostada de Tomate

    April 29, 2021

    Understanding Spanish Public Workers: Funcionarios

    February 18, 2020
  • Living Abroad

    How Claudia Ended Up Living Abroad

    January 7, 2021 /

    Those of us who end up abroad do so at different times of our lives and for different reasons. If you are wondering how Claudia ended up abroad, check out this post!

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