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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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    December 15, 2019

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    March 17, 2019

    What is the Mediterranean Diet?

    October 15, 2019
  • 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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    Different Regions in Spain

    January 30, 2020

    What is el Día de Reyes Magos in Spain

    January 6, 2019

    Traditions: Catalan Christmas

    December 8, 2020
  • 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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    Moving Abroad to Spain as a Family: An Interview

    August 17, 2021

    Accepting My Own Journey (Dani)

    June 14, 2018

    How to: Vote as an American Living Abroad

    September 22, 2020
  • 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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    This is My Life Now: Dani

    March 15, 2018

    Confessions: I am Vulnerable in Friendships

    January 31, 2019

    Coming to Terms with “No Pasa Nada”

    May 20, 2021
  • 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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    Cultural Competence Part III (Acquiring Competences)

    May 17, 2018

    The Acceptance of Homosexuality in Spain

    December 4, 2018

    Fútbol as a Religion in Spain

    June 18, 2019
  • 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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    All Places are Different: Preparing for a Culture Comparison

    March 12, 2019

    Relocating to Madrid: A Specialist’s Insights into Apartment-Hunting

    September 21, 2023

    Managing Finances for a Short-term Stay in Spain

    August 23, 2021
  • 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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    The Acceptance of Homosexuality in Spain

    December 4, 2018

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    Semana Santa: What are Cofradías?

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  • 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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    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2021)

    December 31, 2020

    Confessions: Dealing with Mental Health Issues while Abroad

    December 20, 2018

    3 Lessons Learned After Moving to Spain

    December 28, 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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    What You Need to Know About Cáceres

    May 19, 2019

    What does October 12th mean in Spain?

    October 12, 2018

    Culture Shock in Spain Stories from around the Globe

    July 26, 2020
  • 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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    An Introduction to the Spanish Political System

    June 25, 2020

    A Smoking Culture

    May 11, 2021

    Is Semana Santa 2021 Happening in Spain?

    March 25, 2021
  • 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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    How to: Choose a Travel Buddy

    October 27, 2017

    Day Trips from Madrid

    July 16, 2020

    What You Need to Know about Sevilla

    October 22, 2017
  • 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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    Drinking Culture in Spain

    May 13, 2021

    Who is Lady of Almudena?

    November 7, 2019

    Easy and Healthy Spanish Recipes

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