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    What is Cultural Transition? and How to Deal with it

    August 13, 2020 /

    The process of expanding your skill set to more deeply understand a culture different from your own can be tricky. Thankfully, guest writer Marta walks us through the process in detail, using the example of an expat adapting to Spain.

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    February 24, 2019

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  • Culture,  Living Abroad

    Job Search Abroad (Insights from Spain to US)

    August 11, 2020 /

    Searching for a job in a foreign country, culture, and language can be challenging! In this post, guest writer Gisela shares what she has learned from her experience as a Spaniard in the United States.

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    Traditions: New Year’s Eve in Spain

    December 31, 2019

    Drinking Culture in Spain

    May 13, 2021

    Student-Teacher Relationships in Spain (Part I)

    June 8, 2018
  • Language Learning,  Travel

    Airports in Spain

    July 30, 2020 /

    We’re answering all the most common questions we get about plane travel in Spain. Plus, we’ve got the important Spanish expressions and vocabulary you’ll want to know at the airport!

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    June 17, 2021

    The Ultimate Guide to Spanish Expressions

    February 23, 2021

    Cómo Aprender Español: Cómo Quitar el Miedo al Hablar

    January 24, 2021
  • Adapting

    Understanding Spain’s Policy on Coronavirus

    June 30, 2020 /

    In recent weeks, there have been a lot of changes in Spain in terms of the approach to de-escalating the COVID-19 pandemic. This resource will help you understand the different phases and current rules.

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    How Don Quijote Became a Teen Mom

    February 19, 2019

    Help: Why is Everything in Spain Closed in August?

    July 27, 2018

    Dealing with Uncertain Times

    March 26, 2020
  • Culture,  Preparing

    The Languages of Spain: An Introduction

    June 16, 2020 /

    Do you think that Spanish is the only language spoken in Spain? If so, you are wrong. In fact, there are many languages and multiple co-official languages spoken across this diverse country.

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    Who are Los Reyes Católicos?

    March 31, 2019

    Cultural Competence Part II (Evaluating Yourself)

    March 22, 2018
  • Living Abroad,  Preparing,  Study Abroad

    Mental Health Resources while Abroad

    June 4, 2020 /

    One of the things we don’t tend to talk about is who/where to go if you are having mental health issues when living or studying abroad This list of resources should help you get started on finding the help you are looking for.

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    A Letter to Myself Before I Moved Abroad (Dani)

    September 6, 2018

    Which Health and Beauty Products Should I Bring to Spain?

    September 10, 2020

    Accepting My Own Journey (Claudia)

    June 21, 2018
  • Living Abroad

    A Sunset in Southern Spain (A Short Story)

    May 31, 2020 /

    This short story, written by our very own Dani, is a snapshot of the life of Laura, a British expat living in Southern Spain during the Coronavirus outbreak.

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    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2018)

    January 4, 2018

    Learning How to Drive in Spain (Part 1 – The Basics)

    February 14, 2026

    Adapting to a New Culture: Claudia’s Experiences

    August 20, 2020
  • Language Learning,  Living Abroad

    An Interview with Monta Lio (An Aussie-Spanish Band)

    May 26, 2020 /

    Dani interviews Pat Bryne and Fernando Durango of Monta Lio. In this exclusive interview, the pair shares about their experiences living abroad, learning new languages, and making their own unique fusion of music.

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    Language Learning: It’s all about Confidence

    September 27, 2018

    Confessions: I Speak Differently to Different People

    February 6, 2018

    Language-Learning: Why You Should Take Private Classes

    June 9, 2020
  • Adapting,  Balance

    Empathizing with People in Uncertain Times

    May 19, 2020 /

    Have you found yourself talking to friends or family for the first time in years? Are you frustrated by conversations that you are having? Check out our three top tips on how to empathize with people during these uncertain times.

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    February 6, 2018

    How to: Use Correos (Part II)

    September 21, 2018

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    December 5, 2019
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad

    The Story of How We Met

    May 14, 2020 /

    Are you curious how the writers of this blog came to be friends in the first place? We thought you might be, so Dani tells the story here of how two American Midwesterners found friendship in the south of Spain!

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    3 Lessons Learned After Moving to Spain

    December 28, 2021

    A Letter to Myself Before I Moved Abroad (Claudia)

    October 25, 2018

    Confessions: I Miss Home

    November 15, 2018
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    Language Learning: Reading in Spanish

    April 2, 2020 /

    What are you doing to learn Spanish? For us, reading in a foreign language is one of the best best ways to pick up on grammar structure and new vocabulary. However, follow these suggestions to get the most out of your experience.

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    October 24, 2019

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    October 1, 2020
  • How to,  Preparing

    How Can I Best Communicate with a Traveling Loved One?

    March 24, 2020 /

    You might be at a bit of a loss as to the best ways to communicate with a loved one who is far away, living abroad. Not to worry, we’ve outline seven forms of communication in this article to make sure the communication is great!

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    July 5, 2018

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