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    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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    What is the Carnaval de Cádiz?

    February 4, 2018

    Semana Santa: What are Cofradías?

    April 7, 2019

    What are the Sanfermines

    July 8, 2018
  • 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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    How to: Use Public Transport in Spain

    August 10, 2018

    Adapting to a New Culture: What You Should Know

    August 18, 2020
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    Making Friends as a Foreigner in Finland

    October 20, 2022
  • 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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    Who is Francisco Franco?

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    Types of Celebrations in Spain

    September 29, 2019

    Catholic but not Catholic

    December 3, 2019
  • Confessions,  Culture,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    I’ll Never Truly be Spanish…

    November 19, 2019 /

    It isn't always easy living in a different place to where you grew up and changing cultures. This post is in a series of articles talking about finding balance with the new you...even if you'll never be Spanish. 

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    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2020)

    January 12, 2020

    My Real Life in Spain

    December 22, 2022

    Confessions: Sometimes I Have to Ask for Help

    June 7, 2018
  • Adapting

    Why Are You Abroad Anyways?

    October 8, 2019 /

    Has someone asked you (or have you when questioning yourself) about why you are abroad? If you find yourself in this situation, check out this post to understand the importance your ‘why.’

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    Help! I’m having Anxiety while Abroad

    June 2, 2020

    Life is in the Street in Spain

    May 21, 2019

    Adapting to a New Culture: Claudia’s Experiences

    August 20, 2020
  • Confessions

    My Experience Using Spanish Expressions in Conversation

    October 6, 2019 /

    Sometimes using slang and expressions in conversation doesn’t go as smoothly as you’d like. Today Dani’s sharing her thoughts and advice on this.

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    Our Personal Experiences with Bullfighting

    May 24, 2018

    Confessions: I’m Nervous About Going Home

    June 13, 2019

    Accepting My Own Journey (Claudia)

    June 21, 2018
  • Living Abroad,  Study Abroad

    A Few Study Abroad Resources From People Who’ve Been There

    September 19, 2019 /

    Looking for some first-hand insights into studying abroad (and living abroad in general)? Look no further, we’ve compiled some good ones for you!

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    Top Tips for Living Abroad in Spain

    April 17, 2018

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  • Living Abroad

    Creating Home-Away-From-Home

    September 15, 2019 /

    Living abroad isn’t easy and can even be downright difficult. Today we are sharing Claudia’s story of how she is making her new city home… without loosing the magic of being a tourist.

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    Holiday Experience 2020 (Claudia)

    December 24, 2020

    Find and Connect with an Online Therapist

    November 24, 2020

    Which Health and Beauty Products Should I Bring to Spain?

    September 10, 2020
  • Language Learning

    My Experience Learning Spanish

    August 18, 2019 /

    Learning a language is an experience in itself. Today Claudia is diving into what her Spanish adventure was like and the elements she finds most important if you want to go on your own language learning journey.

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    Language Learning: Reading in Spanish

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    June 9, 2020
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    Our Top Tips for Learning Spanish

    August 15, 2019 /

    Learning Spanish, like learning all different types of languages, is difficult. However, in this article we are sharing a video diving into our favorite ways to improve your language skills while immersing yourself in Spanish culture.

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    How to Make: Spanish-Style Coffee at Home

    June 2, 2021

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    August 20, 2020

    Creating Spanish Friendship Through Food and Drink

    July 16, 2019
  • Adapting

    The Roller Coaster of Learning a Language

    August 13, 2019 /

    If it's your first time learning a language you are in for a bit of a ride. I would equate this process to a roller coaster, with lots of ups and downs. It is an equally frustrating and exciting journey! 

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

    September 17, 2020

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    January 22, 2019

    Understanding Spain’s Policy on Coronavirus

    June 30, 2020
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Creating Spanish Friendship by Staying True to Yourself

    July 18, 2019 /

    Making friends as an adult isn’t easy. This is Part II in a two part series where we get into the details about creating friendships in Spain. Today we are diving into how to make friends while being true to yourself.

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    Maneuvering Menopause Abroad

    October 5, 2021

    Getting out there―Being Socially Awkward while Abroad

    January 21, 2021
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