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  • Culture,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    An Introduction to Cultural Competence

    January 28, 2020 /

    We think that multicultural competences are essential to be successful abroad, but do you know what they are? And, more importantly, do you know how you can acquire them? This is Part I in a three part series to help you do so.

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    What Semana Santa Means to Me: An Interview with a Granadina

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  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    How Life Abroad Has Shifted my Perspective

    January 23, 2020 /

    Important life events and major changes often cause us to shift our perspective and life abroad has been no different for Dani. Read about how learning Spanish, teaching English, and living in Spain has changed her.

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    Traditions: New Year’s Eve in Spain

    December 31, 2019

    Learning how to Appreciate the Moment

    May 9, 2019

    Coming to Terms with “No Pasa Nada”

    May 20, 2021
  • Adapting,  Culture

    An Introduction to the Job Situation in Spain

    January 14, 2020 /

    Are you thinking about moving abroad but you are not sure what the job situation is like in Spain? This introduction will give you a brief idea of what you will find here.

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    Help! I’m having Anxiety while Abroad

    June 2, 2020

    How to: Use Correos (Part II)

    September 21, 2018

    Finding your Food Favorite Places While Abroad (in Spain)

    April 9, 2019
  • Confessions,  Thriving

    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2020)

    January 12, 2020 /

    At the beginning of every year we share what we are hoping to experience in the coming months. This is Dani’s letter to the New Year.

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    Lessons Learned in Four Years of Blogging

    July 13, 2021

    Getting out there―Being Socially Awkward while Abroad

    January 21, 2021

    Confessions: I don’t buy into traditional gift giving

    December 21, 2023
  • Culture,  How to,  Preparing

    When and How do I Give ‘Dos Besos’?

    January 9, 2020 /

    The 'two kisses' greeting here in Spain can be very new for us guiris. That's why we've got some tips to help you understand just how to go about this greeting and when to use it!

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    Who is Antoni Gaudí?

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  • Culture,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    The Four Most Important Things to Know About Spanish Culture Before You Move Abroad

    January 7, 2020 /

    There’s so much to consider before you decide to move abroad. Check out this article for the most important aspects of Spanish culture you should understand when preparing to live abroad.

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    Help: Why is Everything in Spain Closed in August?

    July 27, 2018

    Easy and Healthy Spanish Recipes

    May 7, 2020

    Televised New Year’s Eve Program in Spain

    December 30, 2018
  • Balance,  Living Abroad

    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2020)

    January 5, 2020 /

    At the beginning of every year we share what we are hoping to experience in the coming months. This is Claudia’s letter to the New Year.

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    Healthy Lifestyles: 7 Activities That Make Exercise Feel Fun

    October 17, 2019

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    April 21, 2020
  • Culture,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    Traditions: New Year’s Eve in Spain

    December 31, 2019 /

    If you'll be ringing in the new year here in Spain, there's a few things you ought to know! Be sure to read up on some of the most common traditions in order to know what to expect this December 31st!

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    May 24, 2018
  • Culture,  Preparing

    Traditions: Los Reyes Magos

    December 26, 2019 /

    Do you ever wonder how different stories and traditions are interpreted differently? In Spain children receive Christmas presents, but not in the same way people do in other places. When do they receive presents, you ask?

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    May 21, 2019
  • Preparing,  Study Abroad

    Personal Benefits of Studying Abroad

    December 17, 2019 /

    People are always talking about why going abroad is good for your career potential but have you ever stopped to think about how it benefits your personal growth? In this article we do just that.

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    What is the Mediterranean Diet?

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    March 12, 2019
  • Culture,  Preparing

    What You Should Know About Fashion in Spain

    December 15, 2019 /

    Today we welcome guest writer and fashion authority, Nina, to share what she’s learned about Spanish fashion while shopping and living abroad.

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    June 18, 2019
  • Adapting,  How to,  Living Abroad

    Where Can I Buy That? Clothes Edition

    December 12, 2019 /

    As you settle into your life here in Spain, you're sure to need to do a little shopping. In today’s post, Claudia and Dani take you out shopping to their favorite places for clothes!

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    Returning Home

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