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  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    The Ultimate Guide to Spanish Expressions

    February 23, 2021 /

    Do you ever feel frustrated that you don’t understand certain expressions in Spanish? Today we’re exploring and explaining the top five common expressions you’ll want to know from Spain (plus many more resources!).

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    February 6, 2018

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    March 19, 2020

    Insights into Daily Life: An Interview

    December 11, 2018
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Confessions: My Life is in English

    February 16, 2021 /

    Even though I’ve lived abroad in Spain for years, I find my life is still primarily lived in English. At first, I felt disappointed with myself but thanks to some reflection, I’ve got a different view now.

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    Confessions: We Still Get Sad Living Abroad

    February 9, 2021

    A Conversation with Expat Coach and Psychologist Gabriela

    August 27, 2020

    7 things I like about living in Finland

    November 23, 2023
  • Language Learning

    Cómo Aprender Español: Cómo Quitar el Miedo al Hablar

    January 24, 2021 /

    In the third episode of the Cómo Aprender Español video series we sit down with Mabel Sánchez from Discover Spanish World to discuss overcoming your fears of speaking a new language.

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    Making Mistakes, but Just Wanting to Move on

    April 4, 2019

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    November 15, 2020

    Learn Spanish: Intercambios de Idiomas

    January 15, 2019
  • Culture,  Preparing

    Christmas in Spain, Explained by a Spaniard

    December 20, 2020 /

    What do you know about Christmas traditions in Spain? Today we are joined by Spaniard David who explains some of the most typical things to see during the holiday season.

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    Who is Don Quixote

    April 29, 2018

    Drinking Culture in Spain

    May 13, 2021

    The Integration of the Elderly into Spanish Society

    May 29, 2018
  • Language Learning

    Cómo Aprender Español: El Proceso de Aprendizaje – Que Debes Buscar

    November 15, 2020 /

    In the second episode of the Cómo Aprender Español video series we sit down with Nuria Santiago of Nuria Spanish Lessons to discuss the process of language-learning and what you should look for in your teacher.

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    Studying Spanish at a Language School in Spain

    July 6, 2021

    Confessions: I don’t always have all the right words

    March 18, 2021

    Take at least one course in Spanish!

    January 12, 2018
  • Language Learning

    Cómo Aprender Español: A New Video Series in Spanish

    October 18, 2020 /

    In today’s post we have a very special announcement: the release of our very first Spanish-language video series, Cómo Aprender Español: Entrevistas con Expertos. In episode 1 we talk with Spanish teacher Sarah Blanquet about the most common mistakes language-learners make.

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    What Does it Mean to Intercambio?

    October 13, 2020

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

    November 24, 2017

    Learning-English Culture in Spain

    April 10, 2018
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    What Does it Mean to Group Intercambio?

    October 15, 2020 /

    Intercambios are fun and easy way to meet people and practice your Spanish while abroad. Group intercambios mean that you are not focused on one-on-one learning but are together with a larger group of people.

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    Tips for Teaching Virtually (Group Classes)

    April 14, 2020

    Best Sites for Finding an Apartment in Spain

    August 8, 2019

    Learn Spanish: When Do I Use ‘Usted?’

    January 22, 2019
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    What Does it Mean to Intercambio?

    October 13, 2020 /

    Check out this fun and easy way to meet people and practice your Spanish while abroad―intercambios or language exchanges! 

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    Student-Teacher Relationships in Spain (Part I)

    June 8, 2018

    My Real Life in Spain

    December 22, 2022

    What is Día de la Constitución or December 6th holidays?

    December 5, 2019
  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    What does it mean to be a ‘Guiri’

    September 15, 2020 /

    When you arrive in Spain you will probably hear the word guiri and, more disconcertingly, it will probably be directed at you. What does this mean? Read more to find out!

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    What You Need to Know About the DELE Exam

    August 4, 2020

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    January 15, 2019

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    April 16, 2020
  • Language Learning

    Language-Learning: A Review of Preply

    September 3, 2020 /

    Are you looking for a way to improve your Spanish skills but you are not sure what is the next step? Have you been looking at online tutoring platforms but don’t know which one to choose? Here we review Preply.

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    Expressions: Menos Mal

    August 3, 2021

    What does ‘Poco a poco’ Mean!?

    May 12, 2020

    My First Time…At an Intercambio

    December 1, 2017
  • Balance,  Thriving

    Living in Spanish is Tiring

    September 1, 2020 /

    Just having to do mundane things in another place can me more difficult due to language and cultural differences. My experience is do what you can and rest when you can't do any more! Good luck!

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    July 19, 2018

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    December 13, 2021
  • Adapting,  Living Abroad

    Adapting to a New Culture: Dani’s Experiences

    August 25, 2020 /

    Adapting is hard. In this post we share Dani’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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    My Real Life in Spain

    December 22, 2022

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    April 16, 2019

    What to Expect when Making Plans with Spaniards

    January 19, 2021
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