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  • How to,  Travel

    Master Packing for Every Length of Trip

    July 28, 2020 /

    Every length of trip calls for a different packing strategy. Do you know the questions to ask yourself in order to master this process? This article dives into those questions, outlines example packing lists, and includes a VIDEO demo.

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    Managing Finances for a Short-term Stay in Spain

    August 23, 2021

    Long-term Language Learning (Why and How)

    June 11, 2020

    How to Make: Spanish-Style Coffee at Home

    June 2, 2021
  • Adapting,  Culture

    Culture Shock in Spain Stories from around the Globe

    July 26, 2020 /

    Are you wondering about the types of culture shock people face when they move abroad to Spain? Today we have four guest writers who are sharing their insights into what surprised them most when they moved abroad.

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    Find Your Why for Being Abroad

    October 10, 2019

    How To Survive Your First Year Living Abroad

    January 11, 2024
    Claudia and the dog Elvi on a boat

    Making Friends as a Foreigner in Finland

    October 20, 2022
  • Living Abroad,  Preparing

    An Introduction to Culture Shock

    July 23, 2020 /

    What does it mean to have culture shock? Is it 'good' or 'bad?' This article provides a brief description of culture shock and the four phases you will most probably go through as you begin to settle into your new home.

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    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2021)

    December 29, 2020

    Hosting the Holidays Abroad

    December 13, 2018

    It Gets Cold in Spain!

    November 21, 2017
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Confessions: Moving Abroad Doesn’t Necessarily Get Easier

    July 21, 2020 /

    I’m on the move again and realizing that while I’ve picked up some good tips, moving for the 8th time isn’t necessarily all that easier than the first time. Check out my story to see more about what I’ve learned.

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    Why do I Naturally Bond with Other Foreigners?

    August 2, 2018

    How to: Get a Phone (Number) in Spain

    April 20, 2021

    How Claudia Ended Up Living Abroad

    January 7, 2021
  • Culture

    An Introduction to the Spanish Political System

    June 25, 2020 /

    Understanding Spain's political system can help you understand many aspects of their daily life and even how they interact with you. This article is a brief introduction to how politics work in Spain.

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    What is the Carnaval de Santa Cruz de Tenerife

    February 24, 2019

    What is Día de la Constitución or December 6th holidays?

    December 5, 2019

    An Introduction to Cultural Competence

    January 28, 2020
  • Living Abroad,  Preparing,  Study Abroad

    Mental Health Resources while Abroad

    June 4, 2020 /

    One of the things we don’t tend to talk about is who/where to go if you are having mental health issues when living or studying abroad This list of resources should help you get started on finding the help you are looking for.

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    Expat Life in Barcelona

    October 26, 2021

    Which Health and Beauty Products Should I Bring to Spain?

    September 10, 2020

    Finding your Food Favorite Places While Abroad (in Spain)

    April 9, 2019
  • Adapting

    Help! I’m having Anxiety while Abroad

    June 2, 2020 /

    Everyone deals with situations differently. One of my responses to stress is anxiety, even when I am supposed to be ‘living my best life’ while abroad and today I want to talk about how I handle the situation.

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    A Quick Guide to Spanish Breakfast

    April 27, 2021

    Confessions: I Speak Differently to Different People

    February 6, 2018

    Empathizing with People in Uncertain Times

    May 19, 2020
  • Living Abroad

    A Sunset in Southern Spain (A Short Story)

    May 31, 2020 /

    This short story, written by our very own Dani, is a snapshot of the life of Laura, a British expat living in Southern Spain during the Coronavirus outbreak.

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    Insights into Daily Life: An Interview

    December 11, 2018

    Happy New Year!

    January 1, 2019

    Confessions: I Miss Home

    November 15, 2018
  • Adapting,  Confessions

    Living in Spain Under Lockdown

    May 28, 2020 /

    The current pandemic has created lockdown situations around the globe, but each has been a bit different. Here, Dani shares about her personal experience (logistically, emotionally, and mentally) living in Spain under lockdown.

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    How to: Use Correos (Part II)

    September 21, 2018

    Using a Shower in Spain

    January 23, 2018

    Student-Teacher Relationships in Spain (Part I)

    June 8, 2018
  • Language Learning,  Living Abroad

    An Interview with Monta Lio (An Aussie-Spanish Band)

    May 26, 2020 /

    Dani interviews Pat Bryne and Fernando Durango of Monta Lio. In this exclusive interview, the pair shares about their experiences living abroad, learning new languages, and making their own unique fusion of music.

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    Expressions: When and How to Use “Hasta…”

    June 25, 2019

    Confessions: I Speak Differently to Different People

    February 6, 2018

    Language-Learning Tips: Change Your Relationship with Mistakes

    February 16, 2023
  • Adapting,  Balance

    Empathizing with People in Uncertain Times

    May 19, 2020 /

    Have you found yourself talking to friends or family for the first time in years? Are you frustrated by conversations that you are having? Check out our three top tips on how to empathize with people during these uncertain times.

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    Top Six Things You Should Know When Visiting a Doctor in Spain

    March 16, 2021

    Using a Public Bathroom in Spain

    October 29, 2020

    Confessions: I Speak Differently to Different People

    February 6, 2018
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    What does ‘Poco a poco’ Mean!?

    May 12, 2020 /

    Poco a poco is not only a good Spanish expression to learn, it’s also an approach to life that is particularly relevant during these uncertain times.

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    Learn Spanish: Intercambios de Idiomas

    January 15, 2019

    Why Are You Abroad Anyways?

    October 8, 2019

    Lexa’s Personal Experience Teaching English in Spain

    March 20, 2018
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