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  • Culture,  Preparing

    A Smoking Culture

    May 11, 2021 /

    The way Europeans view smoking is stereotypically different than Americans. Check out this article to see what we think about Spanish smoking styles and what you should know if moving abroad to Spain .

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    What is Cultural Transition? and How to Deal with it

    August 13, 2020

    An Introduction to the Spanish Political System

    June 25, 2020

    Traditions: La Lotería de Navidad in Spain

    December 1, 2020
  • 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!

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    It Gets Cold in Spain!

    November 21, 2017

    What does it mean to be a ‘Guiri’

    September 15, 2020

    An Introduction to Spanish Bullfighting

    May 22, 2018
  • How to,  Thriving

    Handling Political Conversations While Living Abroad

    September 24, 2020 /

    Politics is always a delicate subject but politics in another language and culture can be a recipe for disaster. Check out our tips for how to handle this kind of conversation while in Spain!

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    How to: Bridge the Language Gap

    April 8, 2021

    What to Expect When Pregnant in Spain

    February 22, 2024

    How to: Travel with Budget Airlines

    July 20, 2018
  • Confessions,  Culture,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    I’ll Never Truly be Spanish…

    November 19, 2019 /

    It isn't always easy living in a different place to where you grew up and changing cultures. This post is in a series of articles talking about finding balance with the new you...even if you'll never be Spanish. 

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    How Dani Ended Up Living Abroad

    January 26, 2021

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

    September 1, 2022

    A Letter to Myself Before I Moved Abroad (Claudia)

    October 25, 2018
  • How to,  Preparing

    Effective Packing 101

    August 20, 2019 /

    There's no one-size-fits-all answer to packing. However, with these five tips from a seasoned long-stay traveler, you will be well on your way!

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    What to Expect When Pregnant in Spain

    February 22, 2024

    What to Pack for Your Study Abroad Experience

    January 14, 2021

    Top Three Things to Consider Before Relocating to Spain

    March 1, 2022
  • Adapting,  Food,  How to

    How to: order beer in Spain

    July 9, 2019 /

    Knowing the word for ‘beer’ may come quite in handy during your days here in Spain. But have you mastered the ins-and-outs of ordering exactly what you want? Read up on our top three tips to find out!

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    Expressions: ¿Qué tal…?

    February 11, 2020

    Using a Public Bathroom in Spain

    October 29, 2020

    Creating Meaningful Relationships in Random Places

    December 5, 2017
  • Adapting,  Food

    Choosing Your Coffee in Spain

    July 2, 2019 /

    Not sure how to get your caffeine fix while abroad in Spain? This article will give you the basics of ordering a coffee and help get you started!  

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    How To Survive Your First Year Living Abroad

    January 11, 2024

    Managing Reverse Culture Shock

    June 5, 2018

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

    November 24, 2017
  • Living Abroad,  Preparing,  Study Abroad

    Top Tips for Living Abroad in Spain

    April 17, 2018 /

    Have you just decided to move abroad to Spain and don't really know where to begin with preparing yourself? This article is the perfect place to start!

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    This is My Life Now: Dani

    March 15, 2018

    Expat Life in Madrid

    August 31, 2021

    Creating Spanish Friendship by Staying True to Yourself

    July 18, 2019
  • How to,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    What are my options for returning to Spain?

    February 20, 2018 /

    Are you past the point of studying abroad during your undergraduate years, but still looking for options to live abroad in Spain? This article is the right one for you as we'll dive into the basics of teaching, studying, and working abroad.

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    When and How do I Give ‘Dos Besos’?

    January 9, 2020

    How to: Survive Without a Dryer

    January 30, 2018

    Make the Most of Studying Virtually

    April 9, 2020
  • Thriving

    Playing soccer [AS A GIRL] in Spain

    July 27, 2017 /

    I'm one of those girls who has always played soccer and come from a place where it is 'normal' for girls to be athletic. However, in Spain it was hard for me to understand that this is not always true. 

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    ‘Adulting’ While Abroad

    May 16, 2019

    Lessons Learned in Four Years of Blogging

    July 13, 2021

    Confessions: I am Vulnerable in Friendships

    January 31, 2019

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