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    Top Five Spanish Foods You Must Try

    February 4, 2020 /

    There are SO many delicious Spanish dishes you should try but if you only have time to prioritize a few make it these five!

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    March 4, 2018

    The Importance of Coffee Shops in Spain

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    Who is Federico García Lorca

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  • Culture,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    An Introduction to Cultural Competence

    January 28, 2020 /

    We think that multicultural competences are essential to be successful abroad, but do you know what they are? And, more importantly, do you know how you can acquire them? This is Part I in a three part series to help you do so.

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    October 12, 2018

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    What is Cultural Transition? and How to Deal with it

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  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    How Life Abroad Has Shifted my Perspective

    January 23, 2020 /

    Important life events and major changes often cause us to shift our perspective and life abroad has been no different for Dani. Read about how learning Spanish, teaching English, and living in Spain has changed her.

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    Traditions: New Year’s Eve in Spain

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    August 11, 2019

    Top Tips for Living Abroad in Spain

    April 17, 2018
  • Confessions,  Thriving

    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2020)

    January 12, 2020 /

    At the beginning of every year we share what we are hoping to experience in the coming months. This is Dani’s letter to the New Year.

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    3 Lessons Learned After Moving to Spain

    December 28, 2021

    Confessions: I am Vulnerable in Friendships

    January 31, 2019

    Confessions: Sometimes I Have to Ask for Help

    June 7, 2018
  • Culture,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    The Four Most Important Things to Know About Spanish Culture Before You Move Abroad

    January 7, 2020 /

    There’s so much to consider before you decide to move abroad. Check out this article for the most important aspects of Spanish culture you should understand when preparing to live abroad.

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    How to: Use WhatsApp in Spain

    April 22, 2021

    What is Día de la Constitución or December 6th holidays?

    December 5, 2019

    Confessions: I am a Different Person in Different Languages

    January 18, 2018
  • Preparing,  Study Abroad

    Personal Benefits of Studying Abroad

    December 17, 2019 /

    People are always talking about why going abroad is good for your career potential but have you ever stopped to think about how it benefits your personal growth? In this article we do just that.

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    Your First Conversation with Your Host Family

    September 29, 2020

    Mental Health Resources while Abroad

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    Traditions: Christmas Lunch/Dinner in Spain

    December 10, 2020
  • Culture,  Preparing

    Catholic but not Catholic

    December 3, 2019 /

    Religion is something that we cannot separate from culture in a country like Spain. This article dives into how Spanish people can seem (paradoxically) both really Catholic and not at all. 

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    Semana Santa: Who You See in Processions

    March 30, 2021

    What to Expect when Making Plans with Spaniards

    January 19, 2021

    How To: Buy a Flamenco Dress for Sevilla’s “Feria de abril”

    April 13, 2018
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Why I’m Thankful for my Abroad Experience

    November 26, 2019 /

    It’s that time of year when we’re all feeling extra thankful so Dani’s opening up on five reasons why she’s grateful for her time studying, teaching, and living abroad in Spain.

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    Confessions: Feeling Imposter Syndrome at Work (While Living Abroad)

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    Getting out there―Being Socially Awkward while Abroad

    January 21, 2021
  • Culture,  Thriving

    International Love: A Spaniard’s Insights on Dating a Brit

    November 14, 2019 /

    Wondering what it’s like to date a Brit? Today’s guest writer, Luis, opens up about his international love story—sharing their cultures, creating their own language, and ups and downs along the way.

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    Traditions: Belenes (Nativity Scenes) in Spain

    December 17, 2020

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    April 29, 2018

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    September 21, 2021
  • Culture,  Thriving

    International Love: An American’s Insights on Dating a Spaniard

    November 12, 2019 /

    Wondering what it’s like to date a Spaniard? Today’s guest writer, Mary, opens up about her international love story—sharing their cultures, manuevering language barriers, and all the laughs along the way.

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    Help: Why is Everything in Spain Closed in August?

    July 27, 2018

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    December 4, 2018
  • Travel

    What You Need to Know About Travel Insurance in Spain

    November 3, 2019 /

    Are you planning a trip to Spain and wondering if you need travel insurance? Today’s guest writer, Gabriella, answers your questions on who and what is covered by Spain’s free healthcare as well as provides great further resources.

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    What is the Carnaval de Santa Cruz de Tenerife

    February 24, 2019
  • Culture,  Food,  Preparing

    What is the Mediterranean Diet?

    October 15, 2019 /

    If you’re interested in eating more healthfully through the Mediterranean Diet but uncertain exactly what that means or what such food looks like here in Spain, this article’s for you!

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