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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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    Confessions: I Miss Home

    November 15, 2018

    Confessions: I make people take their shoes off at home

    July 12, 2018

    A Letter to Myself Before I Moved Abroad (Dani)

    September 6, 2018
  • 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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    Traveling with a backpack or suitcase

    March 3, 2019

    Why am I tired while Traveling?

    November 9, 2018

    Dani’s Travel Style

    September 19, 2017
  • 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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    Insights into Daily Life: An Interview

    December 11, 2018

    My First Time…At an Intercambio

    December 1, 2017

    What does ‘Poco a poco’ Mean!?

    May 12, 2020
  • 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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    Visiting the Sierra Nevada: Everything you need to know

    February 25, 2018

    How I Travel Alone

    October 12, 2017

    How Travel is a Secret Weapon in the Real World

    November 20, 2018
  • 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 Valencia

    January 21, 2018

    How to: Use Bla Bla Car

    October 13, 2017

    What You Need to Know about Córdoba

    March 4, 2018
  • 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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    What You Need to Know About Cáceres

    May 19, 2019

    I’ll Never Truly be Spanish…

    November 19, 2019

    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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    Visiting Alicante: Everything You Need to Know

    October 8, 2017

    Snapshots of Spain during Semana Santa

    April 1, 2018

    What You Need to Know about Barcelona—The Basics

    April 22, 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 Villena

    November 10, 2018

    How to: Rent a Car in Spain

    August 24, 2018

    What you need to know about Mérida

    October 21, 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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    Using a Public Bathroom in Spain

    October 29, 2020

    How To Survive Your First Year Living Abroad

    January 11, 2024

    Our Reading Recommendations for Language Learning (Spanish)

    July 10, 2018
  • 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 Does “No Pasa Nada” Actually Mean!?

    May 18, 2021

    What to Expect from Spanish Drivers

    October 24, 2017

    When and How do I Give ‘Dos Besos’?

    January 9, 2020
  • 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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    Airports in Spain

    July 30, 2020

    Visiting Playa de las Catedrales: Everything you Need to Know

    December 31, 2017

    What You Need to Know About Helsinki

    June 9, 2019
  • 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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    You Can Want to Belong in Spain and Still Want Your Dentist to Speak English

    September 12, 2026

    Learning How to Drive in Spain (Part 1 – The Basics)

    February 14, 2026

    How to: Rent a Car in Spain

    August 24, 2018
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