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  • Confessions,  Living Abroad

    A Conversation with Expat Coach and Psychologist Gabriela

    August 27, 2020 /

    We sat down with expat coach and psychologist Gabriela Encina to discuss expat anxiety, expat loneliness, getting professional support, and more. Here’s what we learned.

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    Accepting My Own Journey (Claudia)

    June 21, 2018

    Getting out there―Being Socially Awkward while Abroad

    January 21, 2021

    Redefining Ourselves in New Life Stages

    May 29, 2025
  • Adapting,  Living Abroad

    Adapting to a New Culture: Claudia’s Experiences

    August 20, 2020 /

    Adapting is hard. In this post we share Claudia’s experience on adapting to a new culture, some ups and downs, and tips for finding your own way while living abroad in a new country.

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    Where Can I Buy That? Clothes Edition

    December 12, 2019

    Work-to-Live vs. Live-to-Work

    September 24, 2019

    How to: Get Private Lessons (as a Teacher) in Spain

    October 2, 2018
  • Adapting,  Living Abroad

    Adapting to a New Culture: What You Should Know

    August 18, 2020 /

    Are you wondering how long it will take you to adapt to a new culture? Are you frustrated it hasn’t happened as quickly as you would have liked? In this post we dive in to what you should know about this process.

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    Dealing with Lockdown Productivity Frustrations

    May 21, 2020

    Insights into Daily Life: An Interview

    December 11, 2018

    How to: Use Correos (Part II)

    September 21, 2018
  • Travel

    Traveling to Spain? What You Need to Know about COVID-19 Precautions

    July 2, 2020 /

    Spain has recently opened its borders to international travelers, but tourism will be different this year. Read up on the procedures in place and the rules travelers are required to follow.

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

    April 6, 2021

    How to Visit Nerja in One Day

    May 5, 2019

    What are the Sanfermines

    July 8, 2018
  • Adapting,  Balance

    Dealing with Lockdown Productivity Frustrations

    May 21, 2020 /

    Are you feeling frustrated because you don’t feel like you are as productive as you would like to be? Are you caught up in comparing yourself with others in the aspect? We have three top tips for you!

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    Returning Home

    December 26, 2017

    What to Expect from Spanish Bikers

    May 1, 2018

    There’s Something Magical About the First Time―at an Intercambio

    November 24, 2017
  • Adapting,  How to

    Make the Most of Studying Virtually

    April 9, 2020 /

    Are you now one of the millions of people finding yourself now studying online but you just can’t get the hang of it? Check out our top tips for studying virtually so that you make the most out of this experience.

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    What does ‘Poco a poco’ Mean!?

    May 12, 2020

    Best Sites for Finding an Apartment in Spain

    August 8, 2019

    Easy Spanish for Shopping at a Supermarket

    October 24, 2019
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    Language Learning: Watching T.V. or Movies

    March 19, 2020 /

    One of the many ways you can improve your language skills is by watching videos (movies, tv, etc.) in that language. Check out some of our favorite ways of integrating Spanish into your everyday life.

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    My First Time…At an Intercambio

    December 1, 2017

    6 ways to sharpen your soft skills by living in Spain

    March 16, 2023

    Everyone Has an Opinion… on the U.S.A.

    September 17, 2020
  • Balance,  Culture,  Thriving

    Being Friends with the Opposite Sex

    March 12, 2020 /

    Making friends in new places is never easy but add in the fact that you have to follow cultural norms and you will start wondering how it is even possible. Check out this article for a little bit of insight into  friendships according to Spanish gender norms. 

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    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2023)

    January 19, 2023

    Confessions: I’m Still Learning How to Accept Who I am

    May 4, 2021

    Dealing with Uncertain Times

    March 26, 2020
  • Adapting,  How to

    How to: Make Friends with Spaniards

    March 10, 2020 /

    Do you feel frustrated that you are not making that many native friends while abroad? I have a theory about that and several tips for how to improve your chances at making local friends.

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    An Introduction to the Job Situation in Spain

    January 14, 2020

    Spanish Style Eating

    October 1, 2020

    How to: Deal with Gastos (Utilities) in Spain

    November 30, 2018
  • Culture

    Six Stereotypes of Spain Debunked

    March 3, 2020 /

    What preconceived notions do you have about Spain? Let’s talk through six of the big stereotypes that exist about Spaniards to separate fact from fiction.

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    Introduction to Reverse Culture Shock

    June 1, 2018

    Traditions: Belenes (Nativity Scenes) in Spain

    December 17, 2020

    Culture Shock in Spain Stories from around the Globe

    July 26, 2020
  • Adapting

    The Importance of Language

    January 21, 2020 /

    The words we use—but also the way in which we use them—matter! This post dives into three of the aspects of language we should pay attention to in order to communicate more effectively.

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    Where Can I Buy That? Clothes Edition

    December 12, 2019

    Best Sites for Finding an Apartment in Spain

    August 8, 2019

    How to: Get Private Lessons (as a Teacher) in Spain

    October 2, 2018
  • Culture,  Travel

    Integrating the Holiday Season into your Travel Plans

    December 24, 2019 /

    If you’re planning a trip to Spain (or anywhere, really) during the Christmas-New Year’s holiday season, there are quite a few things you should plan for! Read up on all our tips to help you integrate the festivities and avoid headaches.

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    Snapshots of Spain (Announcing Dani’s Book)

    September 21, 2021

    What Does “Vale” Actually Mean?!

    January 26, 2018

    The Signficance of Pomegranates in Granada

    March 11, 2021
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