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    Confessions: Five Years of “Friend-Dating” (Dani’s Success Story)

    June 6, 2026 /

    Five years later, Dani updates you on the outcome of all her "friend-dating," in an effort to create a deeper sense of community for herself and her family in the south of Spain.

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    December 24, 2020

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    October 5, 2021

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    January 26, 2021
  • Travel

    What You Need to Know About Málaga

    October 20, 2020 /

    Málaga is known by most for its beach—but it has tons history too! In this post we explore a brief overview of the Andalusian city and what you should know, see, and eat / drink when visiting!

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    Visiting Portugal: the Algarve

    May 27, 2018

    What You Need to Know Before You Rent a Boat AirBnB

    June 2, 2019
  • Language Learning,  Travel

    Airports in Spain

    July 30, 2020 /

    We’re answering all the most common questions we get about plane travel in Spain. Plus, we’ve got the important Spanish expressions and vocabulary you’ll want to know at the airport!

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    Cómo Aprender Español: Temas Tabúes

    March 21, 2021

    Our Reading Recommendations for Language Learning (Spanish)

    July 10, 2018

    Expressions: When and How to Use “Hasta…”

    June 25, 2019
  • Travel

    Day Trips from Malaga

    July 14, 2020 /

    There are many beautiful places to visit just a quick car/train/bus-ride (or even bike ride!) away from Malaga. Here are 10 of our favorites if you will be spending a long time in the city and looking to branch out.

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    What you need to know about Bilbao

    October 7, 2018

    What You Need to Know About Granada

    October 29, 2019

    What You Should Know about Tarifa

    September 24, 2017
  • Travel

    Visit Spain: Andalucía

    February 27, 2020 /

    If you’re looking for the ultimate sunny, Spanish experience look no further than Andalucía! Here we’ve got all the basics and best places you need to know about in Spain’s most southern region.

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    What You Need to Know About Pamplona

    June 3, 2018

    Visiting Portugal: the Algarve

    May 27, 2018

    What are Las Hogueras in Alicante, Spain?

    June 16, 2019
  • Culture,  Food

    My Experience with Eating Outdoors in Spain

    July 28, 2019 /

    Due to the weather, the culture, and the availability of places with outdoor seating, eating outdoors is incredibly common in Spain. In this article we outline some of the reasons why and the reality that you may find here.

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    Traditions: Nochebuena (Christmas Eve) in Spain

    December 15, 2020

    Traditions: Belenes (Nativity Scenes) in Spain

    December 17, 2020

    Understanding the Weather in Spain

    July 25, 2019
  • Travel

    What You Need to Know about Estepona

    June 30, 2019 /

    If you’re looking for a laidback getaway destination on the Costa del Sol, look no further! Estepona is the perfect place to be.

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    Visit Spain: Andalucía

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    What you need to know about Salobreña

    July 1, 2018

    How to: Choose the Best Bla Bla Car

    January 9, 2018
  • Travel

    How to Visit Nerja in One Day

    May 5, 2019 /

    Looking for a white village and sandy beaches to visit for the day? Maybe even an adventure into history at the local caves? Look no further, Nerja’s calling…

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    What you need to know about Tarragona

    September 16, 2018

    What is el Día de Canarias? (Canary Island’s Day)

    May 26, 2019

    Traveling During Semana Santa in Spain

    March 29, 2018
  • Adapting,  Culture,  Food

    Understanding the Beer Culture in Spain

    April 2, 2019 /

    The culture of beer, how it is consumed, and how people judge a ‘good beer’ varies from country to country. Thus, we’re sharing what you’ll want to know to understand the beer culture in Spain PLUS a video on how to order it like a pro!

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

    November 24, 2017

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    October 26, 2018

    Confessions: That Three Month Feeling

    December 19, 2017
  • Culture

    What is el Día de Andalucía (Day of Andalusia)

    February 3, 2019 /

    With so many local festivals in Spain, it is sometimes hard to keep track of what each one means. Today we are diving into one of the most important holidays in southern Spain: Día de Andalucía.

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    What they don’t tell NALCAP Teachers about País Vasco

    March 7, 2026

    Traditions: Belenes (Nativity Scenes) in Spain

    December 17, 2020

    What do teachers in Spain wear?

    August 21, 2018
  • Travel

    Visiting Castillo de Colomares: Everything you need to know

    January 13, 2019 /

    This ‘castle’ is really more of an outdoor wonderland built in homage to Christopher Columbus and his explorations. The perfect hour-long outing for travelers of any age on the southern (Costa de Sol) coast!

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    Itinerary for One Day in Valencia: See the Must-Visit Spots

    September 19, 2024

    How to: Talk on the Phone in Spanish

    February 13, 2020

    What you should know about Lanjarón

    September 9, 2018
  • Adapting,  Language Learning,  Living Abroad

    Insights into Daily Life: An Interview

    December 11, 2018 /

    Today we are sharing an interview that Dani and Claudia did with Charlotte, an intern at a language school in Ronda. We talk about what it is like to live abroad in Spain and give tips for immersing yourself.

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    July 10, 2018
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