Sincerely, Spain Sincerely, Spain

  • ABOUT US
    • ABOUT CLAUDIA
    • ABOUT DANI
  • COACHING
  • WORK WITH US
  • SUBSCRIBE
  • Blog
  • ABOUT US
    • ABOUT CLAUDIA
    • ABOUT DANI
  • COACHING
  • WORK WITH US
  • SUBSCRIBE
  • Blog
  • Adapting
  • Balance
  • Confessions
  • Culture
  • Expat Life in Spain
  • Food
  • How to
  • Language Learning
  • Living Abroad
  • Living Abroad in Finland
  • Preparing
  • Study Abroad
  • Thriving
  • Travel
  • Uncategorized
  • 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.

    Read More...

    Related Posts

    How to: Use Bla Bla Car

    October 13, 2017

    Managing Reverse Culture Shock

    June 5, 2018

    How to: Get a Phone (Number) in Spain

    April 20, 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!

    Read More...

    Related Posts

    What Does it Mean to “Be Spanish” (Not Being Spanish for Generations)

    March 2, 2018

    The Spanish Civil War: An Introduction

    February 18, 2018

    Fútbol as a Religion in Spain

    June 18, 2019
  • 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!

    Read More...

    Related Posts

    A Conversation with Expat Coach and Psychologist Gabriela

    August 27, 2020

    Where Can I Buy That? Clothes Edition

    December 12, 2019

    7 things I miss about living in (Granada) Spain

    November 16, 2023
  • 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.

    Read More...

    Related Posts

    Can I Survive as a Celiac in Spain

    November 12, 2020

    Top Tips for Living Abroad in Spain

    April 17, 2018

    All Places are Different: Preparing for a Culture Comparison

    March 12, 2019
  • 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.

    Read More...

    Related Posts

    The Story of How We Met

    May 14, 2020

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

    May 4, 2021

    Confessions: I don’t buy into traditional gift giving

    December 21, 2023
  • 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.

    Read More...

    Related Posts

    Accepting My Own Journey Part II

    January 23, 2025

    My Real Life in Spain

    December 22, 2022

    Holiday Experience 2020 (Dani)

    December 22, 2020
  • 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.

    Read More...

    Related Posts

    Confessions: That Three Month Feeling

    December 19, 2017

    My Real Life in Spain

    December 22, 2022

    Confessions: Sometimes I Live in My Own Bubble

    March 2, 2021
  • 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?

    Read More...

    Related Posts

    Is Semana Santa 2021 Happening in Spain?

    March 25, 2021

    Flamenco Traditions in Spain

    March 5, 2020

    Who are Los Reyes Católicos?

    March 31, 2019
  • 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?? 

    Read More...

    Related Posts

    What You Need to Know about Córdoba

    March 4, 2018

    Confessions: I am a Different Person in Different Languages

    January 18, 2018

    Who is Lady of Almudena?

    November 7, 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!

    Read More...

    Related Posts

    Help! What is happening with the service?

    October 6, 2017

    How to: Use WhatsApp in Spain

    April 22, 2021

    What is el Día de San José in Spain

    March 17, 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.

    Read More...

    Related Posts

    The Importance of Mindful Reflection

    February 7, 2019

    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2023)

    January 19, 2023

    Holiday Experience 2020 (Dani)

    December 22, 2020
  • 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.

    Read More...

    Related Posts

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

    September 1, 2022

    My Secret to Avoiding Loan Default While Living Abroad in Spain

    July 3, 2018

    Confessions: We Still Get Sad Living Abroad

    February 9, 2021
45678

Sincerely, Spain

We're Dani and Claudia, two American expats with a love of Spain. Let us be your guide to Spanish culture, language-learning, living abroad.

Recent Posts

  • Costa del Sol Like a Local
  • Confessions: Five Years of “Friend-Dating” (Dani’s Success Story)
  • Why Shorter Photoshoots Work Best with Toddlers in Spain
  • Our Step-by-Step Plan to Move to Spain on the Digital Nomad Visa
  • Confessions: I’m No Longer Seeking Balance
Sign-up for blog post updates

Categories

  • Adapting (106)
  • Balance (40)
  • Confessions (59)
  • Culture (123)
  • Expat Life in Spain (15)
  • Food (45)
  • How to (111)
  • Language Learning (71)
  • Living Abroad (160)
  • Living Abroad in Finland (5)
  • Preparing (115)
  • Study Abroad (26)
  • Thriving (132)
  • Travel (129)
  • Uncategorized (1)

Tags

Adapting Claudia Culture Dani How to International Language Learning Living Abroad My life Preparing Soñando Sunday Spain Spanish Study Abroad Teaching Abroad Thriving Tips Travel Traveler Understanding

Privacy Policy

Disclosure Statement

© SINCERELY, SPAIN, 2026. UNAUTHORIZED USE AND/OR DUPLICATION OF THIS MATERIAL WITHOUT EXPRESS AND WRITTEN PERMISSION FROM THIS SITE’S AUTHORS AND/OR OWNER IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. EXCERPTS AND LINKS MAY BE USED, PROVIDED THAT FULL AND CLEAR CREDIT IS GIVEN TO SINCERELY, SPAIN WITH APPROPRIATE AND SPECIFIC DIRECTION TO THE ORIGINAL CONTENT.