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  • How to,  Preparing,  Study Abroad

    What to Pack for Your Study Abroad Experience

    January 14, 2021 /

    Fitting everything you need for multiple months abraod into just one suitcase and a carry-on may seem impossible. However, we assure you it will not be if you keep these tips of what to bring and what to leave in mind.

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    May 11, 2018

    How to: Celebrate Birthdays in Spain

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    How to: Properly Prepare a Tostada de Tomate

    April 29, 2021
  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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    Confessions: I don’t always have all the right words

    March 18, 2021

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

    September 1, 2022

    Confessions: I’m Still Learning How to Accept Who I am

    May 4, 2021
  • 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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    Confessions: I am Vulnerable in Friendships

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  • 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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    October 6, 2019

    I’ll Never Truly be Spanish…

    November 19, 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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    April 5, 2020
  • 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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    December 5, 2019

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    March 25, 2021

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    February 24, 2019
  • 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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    How To: Buy a Flamenco Dress for Sevilla’s “Feria de abril”

    April 13, 2018

    Traditions: Belenes (Nativity Scenes) in Spain

    December 17, 2020

    How to: Tapas in Granada

    October 22, 2019
  • 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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  • 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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    Learning how to Appreciate the Moment

    May 9, 2019
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