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  • Preparing,  Study Abroad

    Why should I study abroad anyway?

    January 12, 2021 /

    If you’re considering studying abroad but feel uncertain it's right for you, we’ve got five great reasons you should do it! Lots of lessons learned and insights shared from Dani’s personal experience. Check it out!

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  • Living Abroad

    How Claudia Ended Up Living Abroad

    January 7, 2021 /

    Those of us who end up abroad do so at different times of our lives and for different reasons. If you are wondering how Claudia ended up abroad, check out this post!

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    June 14, 2018

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    March 1, 2022

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  • Preparing

    Five Reasons You Should Have an International Experience

    January 5, 2021 /

    Are you thinking about if you should go abroad or not? We think you should take the plunge and give it a go! Here is Claudia's take on having an international experience.

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    August 31, 2018

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  • Confessions,  Thriving

    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2021)

    December 31, 2020 /

    Every year we write a letter to the future year with some thoughts about the previous one and some things we want to keep in mind moving forward. This article focuses on Dani’s letter to 2021.

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    June 21, 2018

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  • Confessions,  Living Abroad

    Holiday Experience 2020 (Claudia)

    December 24, 2020 /

    This year hasn’t been easy for any of us and holiday times can highlight the ups and downs. In this post Claudia dives into her 2020 holiday experience and what she is doing to keep it bright.

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    Our Personal Experiences with Bullfighting

    May 24, 2018
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad

    Holiday Experience 2020 (Dani)

    December 22, 2020 /

    The holidays are bound to feel different this year. As such, we wanted to share with you how we’ll be celebrating and making the season bright regardless. This post covers Dani’s plans.

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    Confessions: I am Vulnerable in Friendships

    January 31, 2019
  • Culture

    Traditions: Nochebuena (Christmas Eve) in Spain

    December 15, 2020 /

    Nochebuena is what we refer to as Christmas Eve. However, unlike in the States, here in Spain it might be one of the most important days during the holidays. What should you know?

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  • Culture,  Living Abroad

    Traditions: Catalan Christmas

    December 8, 2020 /

    What's the strangest holiday tradition you celebrate?! In Catalunya they have two very interesting traditions that Claudia experienced while living there—do you know what they are?? 

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    October 6, 2017
  • Culture,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    Traditions: La Lotería de Navidad in Spain

    December 1, 2020 /

    One of the strongest traditions around Christmas time in Spain is the Lotería de Navidad. Have you heard of this Christmas lottery? Will you participate? Check out this article to understand more!

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  • Confessions,  Living Abroad

    Confessions: I am Feeling Vulnerable in these Uncertain Times

    November 26, 2020 /

    It’s the time of the year when many people are preparing to celebrate, to spend time with family. This year, however, I must confess that I am feeling a little be vulnerable, far away from home. Here are three things I am feeling.

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    A Conversation with Expat Coach and Psychologist Gabriela

    August 27, 2020

    My Real Life in Spain

    December 22, 2022

    A Letter to Myself Before I Moved Abroad (Claudia)

    October 25, 2018
  • Living Abroad,  Preparing

    Find and Connect with an Online Therapist

    November 24, 2020 /

    Today we want to share with you a quick interview we did with licensed therapist Elizabeth Marston. She answers some of our basic questions on virtual therapy and what you should look for in a therapist.

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    September 22, 2020
  • Adapting,  How to,  Living Abroad

    Where Can I Buy That? Stuff Edition

    November 19, 2020 /

    As you settle into your life here in Spain, you're sure to need to do a little shopping. In this series, you'll find some insights as to where we buy the essentials. This is our second stop: STUFF!

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    June 28, 2021

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    Find Your Why for Being Abroad

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