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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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  • 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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    Why do People Walk Everywhere in Spain?

    July 13, 2018

    Help! I’m failing Spanish school (and they tell me it’s normal)

    November 23, 2018

    There’s Something Magical About the First Time―at an Intercambio

    November 24, 2017
  • 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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    What Type of TEFL Teaching Job is Right for Me?

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    Confessions: Moving Abroad Doesn’t Necessarily Get Easier

    July 21, 2020

    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2018)

    December 28, 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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    Best Sites for Finding an Apartment in Spain

    August 8, 2019

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    July 8, 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 el Día de Andalucía (Day of Andalusia)

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    Being Friends with the Opposite Sex

    March 12, 2020

    The Four Most Important Things to Know About Spanish Culture Before You Move Abroad

    January 7, 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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    My Secret to Avoiding Loan Default While Living Abroad in Spain

    July 3, 2018

    Traveling with a little one under 6 months

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    There’s Something Magical About the First Time―at an Intercambio

    November 24, 2017
  • 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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    Finding your Food Favorite Places While Abroad (in Spain)

    April 9, 2019

    Lexa’s Personal Experience Teaching English in Spain

    March 20, 2018

    How to: Survive Without a Dryer

    January 30, 2018
  • 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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    Life with Visitors is Different

    March 21, 2019

    3 Lessons Learned After Moving to Spain

    December 28, 2021

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    January 23, 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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    Empathizing with People in Uncertain Times

    May 19, 2020

    Where Can I Buy That? Clothes Edition

    December 12, 2019

    Work-to-Live vs. Live-to-Work

    September 24, 2019
  • 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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    Language Learning: Reading in Spanish

    April 2, 2020

    Making Mistakes, but Just Wanting to Move on

    April 4, 2019

    Expressions: Menos Mal

    August 3, 2021
  • 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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    How to: Use Public Transport in Spain

    August 10, 2018
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    Confessions: Feeling Imposter Syndrome at Work (While Living Abroad)

    June 22, 2023

    Creating Spanish Friendship Through Food and Drink

    July 16, 2019
  • 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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    How to: order beer in Spain

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    Tips for Teaching Virtually (One-on-One Classes)

    April 7, 2020

    Why Are You Abroad Anyways?

    October 8, 2019
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