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  • Expat Life in Spain,  Living Abroad

    Expat Life in Almeria

    September 28, 2021 /

    Today on the blog we are welcoming guest writer Peace Bailey. Peace shares her experiences about moving abroad to Almeria Spain with young children and how this might just be her forever home.

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    Accepting My Own Journey Part II

    January 23, 2025

    6 ways to sharpen your soft skills by living in Spain

    March 16, 2023

    What to Expect When Pregnant in Spain

    February 22, 2024
  • Culture,  Living Abroad

    Snapshots of Spain (Announcing Dani’s Book)

    September 21, 2021 /

    Have you heard? Dani’s releasing her second book this week and it’s a collection of short stories all about expat life in Spain! Check out this post for the details and a tour of the stories’ Spanish destinations.

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    October 6, 2017
    Claudia and the dog Elvi on a boat

    Making Friends as a Foreigner in Finland

    October 20, 2022

    Benefits of Cultural Competences

    April 26, 2018
  • Confessions,  Thriving

    Confessions: Sometimes I Feel Alone

    September 14, 2021 /

    Even with everything going on, it is normal for me to feel alone. This is how I am currently looking at this situation―what do you think? 

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    Lessons Learned in Four Years of Blogging

    July 13, 2021

    Confessions: It Sucks that Everybody Leaves

    August 16, 2018

    Confessions: I Have Non-Commitment Issues

    April 4, 2018
  • How to,  Living Abroad

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

    September 7, 2021 /

    If you are an expat who plans to give birth in Spain, it can be very overwhelming to embark on this journey in a different culture and language. Thankfully, Madison (the Doula in Madrid) has put together this incredible resource for expectant mothers.

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    Making the Most of Your Host Family Experience

    May 28, 2019

    How to: Survive Without a Dryer

    January 30, 2018

    Where Can I Buy That? Food Edition

    November 17, 2020
  • Expat Life in Spain,  Living Abroad

    Expat Life in Madrid

    August 31, 2021 /

    Today on the blog we are welcoming guest writer Sarah Willats. Sarah shares her experience moving and living abroad in different places before ultimately setting in Madrid. She dives deep into her story and we think you’ll love it!

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    What to Expect When Pregnant in Spain

    February 22, 2024

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    October 19, 2023

    6 ways to sharpen your soft skills by living in Spain

    March 16, 2023
  • How to,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    Managing Finances for a Short-term Stay in Spain

    August 23, 2021 /

    Have you thought about how you're going to manage your banking transactions and international transfers while living in Spain? Read our top four recommendations for managing finances during a short-term stay.

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    How Can I get all of my Prescriptions Filled Before Leaving for Spain?

    July 17, 2018

    Help! I Need to Replace my Butano

    April 16, 2019

    Long-term Language Learning (Why and How)

    June 11, 2020
  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    Studying Spanish at a Language School in Spain

    July 6, 2021 /

    Different people thrive in different environments, and the way you learn a language isn't going to be the same for you as someone else. One of the options you should consider is a language school...

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    April 16, 2020
  • Adapting,  Food,  How to

    What to Expect at Sunday Lunch in Spain

    June 28, 2021 /

    Eating is one of Spain's greatest past-times and it’s an honor to get invited to a friend’s family meal. Still, it can be overwhelming to go eat lunch with a new family. Here are our top tips for Sunday afternoon lunch in Spain, an affair that you shouldn’t miss!

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    Finding your Food Favorite Places While Abroad (in Spain)

    April 9, 2019

    Creating Spanish Friendship Through Food and Drink

    July 16, 2019

    Best Sites for Finding an Apartment in Spain

    August 8, 2019
  • How to,  Language Learning

    Language-Learning Before You Move Abroad for Every Level

    June 17, 2021 /

    This extensive list of unconventional recommendations for language-learning are broken down into different categories of great ways to incorporate Spanish into your everday life. Perfect for anyone who wants to learn or brush up on their Spanish before a move abroad.

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    How to: Work from Home Effectively

    March 17, 2020

    How to: Travel on a Budget

    August 27, 2019

    Confessions: After 8+ Years Living in Spain, It’s Still Hard to Make Friends!

    September 1, 2022
  • Language Learning,  Thriving

    Top Six Ways to Learn Spanish Outside of Spanish Class

    June 14, 2021 /

    Learning Spanish doesn't have to consist just of official classes at your university or at a language school. Check out these six tips for making the most out of your language learning experience.

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    April 4, 2019
  • Culture,  Thriving

    Coffee Culture in Spain

    May 31, 2021 /

    Coffee is important for people around the world. However, how we celebrate coffee is different. Today we are diving into the coffee culture in Spain with a short video explaining the main things you should know.

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    How to: Use WhatsApp in Spain

    April 22, 2021

    What do teachers in Spain wear?

    August 21, 2018

    Managing Reverse Culture Shock

    June 5, 2018
  • Living Abroad,  Travel

    An Introduction to ETA (Basque Separatist Terrorism)

    May 27, 2021 /

    We are talking politics again on the blog as we try to learn understand more about ETA, the (once extremist) group that fought for years for Basque Independence. 

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    I’ll Never Truly be Spanish…

    November 19, 2019

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

    November 24, 2017

    Being Thankful: Celebrating Thanksgiving in Spain

    November 28, 2019
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