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  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    Learn Spanish: Intercambios de Idiomas

    January 15, 2019 /

    Learning a new language can be frustrating. However, we have found that one-on-one intercambios or language exchanges can help with the process. Today we are sharing a quick video about how to make intercambios work for you!

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    June 5, 2018

    Using a Shower in Spain

    January 23, 2018

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    October 27, 2020
  • Adapting,  Language Learning,  Living Abroad

    Insights into Daily Life: An Interview

    December 11, 2018 /

    Today we are sharing an interview that Dani and Claudia did with Charlotte, an intern at a language school in Ronda. We talk about what it is like to live abroad in Spain and give tips for immersing yourself.

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    May 21, 2020

    Creating Spanish Friendship Through Food and Drink

    July 16, 2019

    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2023)

    January 17, 2023
  • Travel

    Why am I tired while Traveling?

    November 9, 2018 /

    It happens to all of us—you’ve planned a big trip and want to see everything but, when you arrive or a couple days in, you start to get tired. Here are some reasons why and our tips to helping you make the most of your journey

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    What to see in Tuscany

    August 26, 2018

    What You Need to Know About Salamanca

    November 19, 2017

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    July 7, 2020
  • Thriving

    A Letter to the Parents of Travelers

    November 1, 2018 /

    We recognize that this travel and/or live abroad journey isn’t always easy on the family and loved ones we leave behind. To honor that, today we’re looking at the experience from the perspective of Dani’s parents.

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    Confessions: I Miss Home

    November 15, 2018

    It’s Okay to be Creepy!

    August 9, 2021

    Embracing Your Empowered Expat Woman

    May 23, 2024
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    My Top Resources for Writing in Spanish

    October 26, 2018 /

    When you have to write in Spanish in your study or live abroad experience where do you go for help? In this blog post we touch on some of our favorite resources (and why) for writing in Spanish.

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    What does ‘Poco a poco’ Mean!?

    May 12, 2020

    Language Learning: Watching T.V. or Movies

    March 19, 2020

    Understanding Bars in Spain

    October 19, 2018
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    A Letter to Myself Before I Moved Abroad (Claudia)

    October 25, 2018 /

    If I were to talk to my 17 year old self, I would want to assure her that everything is going to be okay and that life has a way of working itself out. If I were to write her a letter, this is what it would say.

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    Confessions: We Still Get Sad Living Abroad

    February 9, 2021

    Help! I’m three months in and I’m feeling blue…

    November 8, 2018

    Holiday Experience 2020 (Claudia)

    December 24, 2020
  • Thriving

    Help! My Private Lesson is a Disaster

    October 18, 2018 /

    We’re all been there—from time to time, our lesson plan seems to just blow up in our faces. Don’t worry, we’ve got some important tips and considerations to help you avoid true disaster in your English classes.

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    Having Friends who are Different from You

    August 9, 2018

    Confessions: Sometimes I Feel Alone

    September 14, 2021

    A Letter to the Parents of Travelers

    November 1, 2018
  • Thriving

    Creating a Friendship with Someone who doesn’t Speak the Same Language

    October 11, 2018 /

    Have you ever felt stuck when you really want to talk to someone but don’t speak the same language? Us too! This is why we are diving into our top tips for how to communicate with people even when conversation doesn’t seem possible.

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    To Party or Not to Party

    October 26, 2017

    Cultural Competence Part III (Acquiring Competences)

    May 17, 2018

    How to: Bridge the Language Gap

    April 8, 2021
  • Adapting,  How to

    How to: Communicate with Someone who has Limited English

    October 5, 2018 /

    It can be difficult to have a coherent conversation when the person you’re trying to communicate with has limited knowledge of English. After years of situations like this teaching English and living abroad, we’ve got plenty of techniques to help you communicate effectively!

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    Making Friends as a Foreigner in Finland

    October 20, 2022

    What to Expect from Spanish Bikers

    May 1, 2018

    How to: Survive Without a Dryer

    January 30, 2018
  • Language Learning,  Thriving

    Language Learning: It’s all about Confidence

    September 27, 2018 /

    Learning a language is not easy, but I have one tip to help you improve your skills—be confident in yourself! Not sure how to do this? Check out this post to find our top tips to start becoming more sure of your Spanish.

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

    May 26, 2020

    What does it mean to be a ‘Guiri’

    September 15, 2020

    Learn Spanish: Intercambios de Idiomas

    January 15, 2019
  • Adapting,  How to,  Living Abroad

    How to: Use Correos (Part II)

    September 21, 2018 /

    Figuring out how to use the post office to get an international card or package sent here to Spain may seem daunting but in this article we’ve got everything you need to know when using correos to RECEIVE mail!

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    Our Top Tips for Learning Spanish

    August 15, 2019

    Life is in the Street in Spain

    May 21, 2019

    Tips for Teaching Virtually (Group Classes)

    April 14, 2020
  • Confessions,  Thriving

    Confessions: It Sucks that Everybody Leaves

    August 16, 2018 /

    When you live in a city that has as many people moving in and out as Granada does it is easy to make new friends. However, most of them don’t stay forever and that just kind of sucks.

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    Confessions: I Miss Home

    November 15, 2018

    Why I’m Thankful for my Abroad Experience

    November 26, 2019

    My Real Life in Spain

    December 22, 2022
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