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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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    Types of Celebrations in Spain

    September 29, 2019

    What is the Carnaval de Santa Cruz de Tenerife

    February 24, 2019

    What they don’t tell NALCAP Teachers about País Vasco

    March 7, 2026
  • 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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    Having Difficult Conversations: Preparing Yourself for Grief and Loss While Living Abroad

    November 5, 2020

    When and How do I Give ‘Dos Besos’?

    January 9, 2020

    20 Small but Surprising Differences You’ll Find in Spain

    August 31, 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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    Confessions: Five Years of “Friend-Dating” (Dani’s Success Story)

    June 6, 2026

    Four Must-know Banking Tips Before You Move to Spain

    June 29, 2018

    A Quick Guide to a Spanish Tapas-Inspired Snack Night

    May 6, 2021
  • 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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    The Story of How We Met

    May 14, 2020

    Help! I’m three months in and I’m feeling blue…

    November 8, 2018

    Confessions: I’m Nervous About Going Home

    June 13, 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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    Remote Work In Spain: A Guide For Expats And Digital Nomads

    December 14, 2023

    Having Difficult Conversations: Preparing Yourself for Grief and Loss While Living Abroad

    November 5, 2020

    Make Your ‘Host City’ Your Home (Why and How)

    September 10, 2019
  • 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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    Tips for Teaching Virtually (One-on-One Classes)

    April 7, 2020

    How to: Communicate with Someone who has Limited English

    October 5, 2018

    Work-to-Live vs. Live-to-Work

    September 24, 2019
  • 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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    The Roller Coaster of Learning a Language

    August 13, 2019

    How to Make: Spanish-Style Coffee at Home

    June 2, 2021

    3 Things People Don’t Talk About When it Comes to Living Abroad

    November 23, 2021
  • 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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    Our Step-by-Step Plan to Move to Spain on the Digital Nomad Visa

    April 4, 2026

    Expat Life in Barcelona

    October 26, 2021

    Don’t Lose That ‘Tourist’ Feeling

    September 12, 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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    How to: Send emails with Spaniards

    February 28, 2019

    At Home Anywhere: A Book Review

    April 28, 2020

    How to: Talk to Your Family About Moving Abroad

    January 28, 2021
  • 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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    Sending Letters and Postcards

    October 6, 2020

    Six Lessons Learned from Teaching English

    May 2, 2019

    What’s the Difference Between a Spanish Coach and a Spanish Teacher?

    October 31, 2024

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