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  • Adapting,  How to

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

    October 2, 2018 /

    Looking to teach private English lessons in Spain but not sure how to find students? We’ve got the low-down on how to find the students to fill up your schedule fast with lots of clases particulares.

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    March 19, 2020

    Making the Most of Your Host Family Experience

    May 28, 2019

    What does “Tirar la Casa por la Ventana” Mean?

    February 25, 2021
  • 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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    Language Learning: Watching T.V. or Movies

    March 19, 2020

    Take at least one course in Spanish!

    January 12, 2018

    Expressions: When and How to Use “Hasta…”

    June 25, 2019
  • Adapting,  Language Learning,  Study Abroad

    How to: Feel Comfortable Giving a Presentation in Spanish

    September 11, 2018 /

    Are you worried about giving your presentation in Spanish while studying abroad? Check out these tops tips to help you get through the presentation!

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    My First Time…At an Intercambio

    December 1, 2017

    How To: Buy a Flamenco Dress for Sevilla’s “Feria de abril”

    April 13, 2018

    What Does “No hay de qué” Mean?

    February 26, 2019
  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    What does “El Mundo es un Pañuelo” Mean?

    September 7, 2018 /

    In this edition of our expressions series, we’re looking into the saying el mundo es un pañuelo, which will likely come in handy for you as you begin to meet more and more people.

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    My First Time…At an Intercambio

    December 1, 2017

    My Top Resources for Writing in Spanish

    October 26, 2018

    Cómo Aprender Español: A New Video Series in Spanish

    October 18, 2020
  • Food,  Language Learning,  Preparing

    What Does “Buen Provecho” Mean?

    August 3, 2018 /

    Noticed that people in Spain may say “Bueno provecho” or even “Que aproveche” or “Aproveche” after food is served? Let’s talk about what the different forms really mean and how you can use them without offending.

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    How to: Make Spanish Tortilla de Patatas

    April 15, 2021

    Choosing Your Coffee in Spain

    July 2, 2019

    How I Survive Spain’s Fish with Bones

    February 5, 2019
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    Our Reading Recommendations for Language Learning (Spanish)

    July 10, 2018 /

    We’ve compile a list of our personal recommendations for those of you looking to jump into the great language learning technique of reading in Spanish.

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    September 17, 2020

    Help! What is happening with the service?

    October 6, 2017

    The Importance of Language

    January 21, 2020
  • How to,  Study Abroad,  Thriving

    How to: Make the Most of Your Summer Abroad

    July 5, 2018 /

    Study abroad doesn’t necessarily mean an entire semester or year abroad. Today guest writer Ali from the blog Sustainable Psyche is giving us her top tips about how to make the most of your summer abroad.

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    Renting an Apartment in Spain

    August 6, 2019

    Choosing Your Spanish Wine and Wine-based Drinks

    July 11, 2019

    Long-term Language Learning (Why and How)

    June 11, 2020
  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    “Echar un Polvo” vs. “Estar Hecho Polvo”

    June 22, 2018 /

    In this expressions article, we’re taking a look at these two idiomatic expressions you don’t want to mix up! Be sure to get your ‘dusty’ Spanish slang correct by checking out the details.

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

    March 18, 2021

    Long-term Language Learning (Why and How)

    June 11, 2020

    Expressions: When and How to Use “Hasta…”

    June 25, 2019
  • Adapting,  Culture

    Student-Teacher Relationships in Spain (Part I)

    June 8, 2018 /

    In part 1, we’re diving into some of the differences you may experience in student-teacher relationships here in Spain from the perspective of an English teacher working with both children and adults.

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    Insights into Daily Life: An Interview

    December 11, 2018

    My Top Resources for Writing in Spanish

    October 26, 2018

    Empathizing with People in Uncertain Times

    May 19, 2020
  • Living Abroad,  Preparing,  Study Abroad

    Top Tips for Living Abroad in Spain

    April 17, 2018 /

    Have you just decided to move abroad to Spain and don't really know where to begin with preparing yourself? This article is the perfect place to start!

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    Finding an Apartment in Spain

    August 11, 2019

    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2018)

    January 4, 2018

    A Sunset in Southern Spain (A Short Story)

    May 31, 2020
  • Culture,  Language Learning,  Preparing

    Learning-English Culture in Spain

    April 10, 2018 /

    Did you know that Spanish universities now have a language requirement? It's one of the biggest factors behind Spain's B1-obsession. But is it really for the best?

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    October 14, 2018

    Traditions: Mantecados and Polvorones (Spanish Christmas Sweets)

    December 3, 2020

    Neighborhoods of Granada Guide

    March 9, 2021
  • 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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    A Smoking Culture

    May 11, 2021

    What does October 12th mean in Spain?

    October 12, 2018

    An Introduction to Culture Shock

    July 23, 2020
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We're Dani and Claudia, two American expats with a love of Spain. Let us be your guide to Spanish culture, language-learning, living abroad.

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