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  • Culture,  Thriving

    Cultural Competence Part III (Acquiring Competences)

    May 17, 2018 /

    We’ve talk about cultural competences before, but how do you integrate them into your daily life? See these five exercises to get your head in the right place for acquiring cultural competences.

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    July 26, 2021

    What is the Carnaval de Santa Cruz de Tenerife

    February 24, 2019

    Traditions: Catalan Christmas

    December 8, 2020
  • Adapting

    What to Expect from Spanish Bikers

    May 1, 2018 /

    Being able to bike around a city that you are visiting or living in is a great way to leisurely see the city in addition to an easy transport option. However, every place has its quirks and this is what we think about biking in Spain.

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    How to Make: Spanish-Style Coffee at Home

    June 2, 2021

    7 Steps to a Successful Peluquería Trip (Getting a Haircut in Spain)

    September 8, 2020

    Finding your Food Favorite Places While Abroad (in Spain)

    April 9, 2019
  • Preparing

    Understanding when Spaniards don’t Speak English with You

    April 3, 2018 /

    Have you ever tried to communicate with a Spaniard in English and have them refuse to speak to you? This article dives into our interpretation of why that may be. 

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    Effective Packing 101

    August 20, 2019

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    January 12, 2021

    Deciding where to study a degree or masters abroad

    June 4, 2019
  • Living Abroad,  Study Abroad,  Thriving

    Studying a Degree in Spain (Part II)

    March 1, 2018 /

    It's part two of the "Studying a Degree in Spain" series. Check out my interpretation of how this experience influences your personal and relationship-building qualities. 

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    Expat Life in Barcelona

    October 26, 2021

    Coming to Terms with “No Pasa Nada”

    May 20, 2021

    My First Time…At an Intercambio

    December 1, 2017
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    Confessions: I Speak Differently to Different People

    February 6, 2018 /

    Have you ever found yourself speaking differently in different scenarios or to different people? This happens to me ALL THE TIME! Wanna find out why I think it happens? 

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    3 Things People Don’t Talk About When it Comes to Living Abroad

    November 23, 2021

    Top Six Things You Should Know When Visiting a Doctor in Spain

    March 16, 2021

    How to: order beer in Spain

    July 9, 2019
  • How to,  Thriving

    How to: Deal with People Speaking to You in English

    February 1, 2018 /

    When you've been doing everything you can to improve and practice your Spanish, it can be really disheartening and frustrating when others switch to English in order to engage with you. However, it's not always personal! For our insights and tips

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    Making the Most of Your Host Family Experience

    May 28, 2019

    Giving Birth as an Expat in Spain – Insights from a Doula

    September 7, 2021

    Four Must-know Banking Tips Before You Move to Spain

    June 29, 2018
  • Balance,  Preparing

    Taking All Your Classes in Spanish

    January 19, 2018 /

    Are you thinking about taking a full course load in Spanish? Are you already there and feel frustrated (alone)? This article dives into ways to prepare yourself for studying in Spain and lets you know you're not alone. 

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    Why You Should Travel Alone

    October 3, 2017

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    October 26, 2017

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    December 27, 2018
  • Adapting

    Returning Home

    December 26, 2017 /

    If you're about to head home or have recently arrived, you may be having some strange feelings about your return and re-integration into your circles. Not to worry—we've got some insight to help you through it!

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    Dealing with Uncertain Times

    March 26, 2020

    How to: Make Friends with Spaniards

    March 10, 2020

    The Importance of Coffee Shops in Spain

    November 6, 2018
  • Culture,  Preparing

    What to Expect from Spanish Drivers

    October 24, 2017 /

    We've all got our different ways of doing things and Spanish drivers seem to be a perfect example of this. Check out this short list of things many Spanish drivers will do that may surprise you.

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    Who are Los Reyes Católicos?

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    December 1, 2020

    What does October 12th mean in Spain?

    October 12, 2018
  • Adapting,  Culture,  Food

    Help! What is happening with the service?

    October 6, 2017 /

    Service is really important to Americans but a different emphasis is put on this job in Spain. If you're feeling frustrated with the service here, take a look at this article for a different perspective. 

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    Making Friends as a Foreigner in Finland

    October 20, 2022

    How to: Rent a Car in Spain

    August 24, 2018

    Language-Learning: A Review of italki

    April 16, 2020
  • Thriving

    Playing soccer [AS A GIRL] in Spain

    July 27, 2017 /

    I'm one of those girls who has always played soccer and come from a place where it is 'normal' for girls to be athletic. However, in Spain it was hard for me to understand that this is not always true. 

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    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2020)

    January 12, 2020

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

    November 14, 2019

    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2019)

    January 3, 2019
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