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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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    Traditions: Belenes (Nativity Scenes) in Spain

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  • 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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    How Can I Best Communicate with a Traveling Loved One?

    March 24, 2020

    Christmas in Spain, Explained by a Spaniard

    December 20, 2020

    What You Should Know About Fashion in Spain

    December 15, 2019
  • 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: Use Correos (Part II)

    September 21, 2018

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    How to: Cheaply Send a Package to Spain

    October 30, 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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    Confessions: Sometimes I Have to Ask for Help

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    Confessions: Feeling Imposter Syndrome at Work (While Living Abroad)

    June 22, 2023

    Confessions: It’s Really Hard for Me to Take a Day Off

    February 21, 2019
  • 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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    How to: Find Community and Make Friends Online

    February 18, 2021

    How to: Get a Phone (Number) in Spain

    April 20, 2021

    How to Make: Spanish-Style Coffee at Home

    June 2, 2021
  • 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

    Learn Spanish: Intercambios de Idiomas

    January 15, 2019

    Help! What is happening with the service?

    October 6, 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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    Managing Reverse Culture Shock

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    My Top Resources for Writing in Spanish

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    Empathizing with People in Uncertain Times

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  • 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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    Maneuvering Menopause Abroad

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    SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!

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    Giving Birth as an Expat in Spain – Insights from a Doula

    September 7, 2021
  • 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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    Help! I Need to Replace my Butano

    April 16, 2019

    Where Can I Buy That? Clothes Edition

    December 12, 2019

    How to: Work from Home Effectively

    March 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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    January 3, 2019

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