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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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    February 4, 2018

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    April 10, 2018

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    October 24, 2017
  • 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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    Understanding Spanish Public Workers: Funcionarios

    February 18, 2020

    Top Five Spanish Foods You Must Try

    February 4, 2020

    How Can I get all of my Prescriptions Filled Before Leaving for Spain?

    July 17, 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: Buy a Flamenco Dress for Sevilla’s “Feria de abril”

    April 13, 2018

    Long-term Language Learning (Why and How)

    June 11, 2020

    How to: Make Friends with Spaniards

    March 10, 2020
  • 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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    Our Personal Experiences with Bullfighting

    May 24, 2018

    Why I’m Thankful for my Abroad Experience

    November 26, 2019

    Confessions: I Have Non-Commitment Issues

    April 4, 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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    Where Can I Buy That? Clothes Edition

    December 12, 2019

    Making the Most of Your Host Family Experience

    May 28, 2019

    Your First Conversation with Your Host Family

    September 29, 2020
  • 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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    Adapting to a New Culture: What You Should Know

    August 18, 2020

    What Does it Mean to Group Intercambio?

    October 15, 2020

    How to: Cheaply Send a Package to Spain

    October 30, 2018
  • 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: order beer in Spain

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    Our Top Tips for Learning Spanish

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    How To: Buy a Flamenco Dress for Sevilla’s “Feria de abril”

    April 13, 2018
  • 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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    A Conversation with Expat Coach and Psychologist Gabriela

    August 27, 2020

    It’s Okay to be Creepy!

    August 9, 2021

    How to: Balance Two Worlds

    November 3, 2020
  • 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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    Spending the Holidays Away from Home

    December 13, 2021

    Where Can I Buy That? Food Edition

    November 17, 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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    Accepting My Own Journey (Dani)

    June 14, 2018

    Confessions: I am a Different Person in Different Languages

    January 18, 2018

    How to: Recover from Accidentally Being Rude… in Another Culture

    June 6, 2019

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