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Expat Life in Madrid
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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Managing Finances for a Short-term Stay in Spain
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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Studying Spanish at a Language School in Spain
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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What to Expect at Sunday Lunch in Spain
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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Language-Learning Before You Move Abroad for Every Level
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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Top Six Ways to Learn Spanish Outside of Spanish Class
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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Coffee Culture in Spain
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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An Introduction to ETA (Basque Separatist Terrorism)
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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Coming to Terms with “No Pasa Nada”
When I first arrived in Spain I was enamored with their laid-back “no pasa nada” attitude but as time has gone on it’s become more difficult to embrace. Today I’m fessing up to the ways in which I’ll never “be no pasa nada” and why.
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What Does “No Pasa Nada” Actually Mean!?
Once you arrive in Spain, you are sure to hear "no pasa nada" all of the time. But like so many useful expressions, the real meaning of no pasa nada can be difficult to grasp. That's why we'd like to share our insights on what it means.
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Being Home: A Reflection on the Ups and Downs of Moving Abroad
In today’s guest post, Usha shares about the challenges and benefits of moving abroad. From the noisy metropolis of Mumbai to the (comparatively) quiet London, Usha opens up about the ups and downs of international living.
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Confessions: I’m Still Learning How to Accept Who I am
Sometimes, living abroad can make you feel like your "two selves" are always at odds. However, it's important to reflect and embrace that maybe that's just the person you are! These are Dani’s thoughts over the past four years.