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  • Adapting,  Culture

    Culture Shock in Spain Stories from around the Globe

    July 26, 2020 /

    Are you wondering about the types of culture shock people face when they move abroad to Spain? Today we have four guest writers who are sharing their insights into what surprised them most when they moved abroad.

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    How to: Get a Phone (Number) in Spain

    April 20, 2021

    Adapting to a New Culture: What You Should Know

    August 18, 2020

    Language Learning: Watching T.V. or Movies

    March 19, 2020
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Confessions: Moving Abroad Doesn’t Necessarily Get Easier

    July 21, 2020 /

    I’m on the move again and realizing that while I’ve picked up some good tips, moving for the 8th time isn’t necessarily all that easier than the first time. Check out my story to see more about what I’ve learned.

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    Traditions: Catalan Christmas

    December 8, 2020

    How to: Make Your Study Abroad Experience Work for You

    September 17, 2019

    Dealing with Your Period Abroad (in Spain)

    October 12, 2021
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    At Home Anywhere: Journaling and Reflections

    April 30, 2020 /

    The exploration of Rachael Lynn’s book At Home Anywhere continues in this post as Dani shares excerpts from her journal in which she answers some of the book’s reflection questions.

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    Confessions: I’m Nervous About Going Home

    June 13, 2019

    Confessions: We Still Get Sad Living Abroad

    February 9, 2021

    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2023)

    January 19, 2023
  • How to,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    At Home Anywhere: A Book Review

    April 28, 2020 /

    In this post, we review and provide insight on everything the book At Home Anywhere has to offer. It’s likely a good fit for you, whether you’re moving abroad or not.

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

    June 6, 2019

    Choosing between a Homestay and Student Residence

    July 30, 2019

    Your First Conversation with Your Host Family

    September 29, 2020
  • Balance,  Living Abroad

    Fitting In vs Staying True to Yourself While Abroad

    March 15, 2020 /

    Especially when you find yourself abroad, you might find that it isn’t always easy to find the balance between fitting in to what is happening around you and staying true to yourself. This article has 5 tips on how to do this.

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    Taking All Your Classes in Spanish

    January 19, 2018

    Confessions: I’m Still Learning How to Accept Who I am

    May 4, 2021

    The Artist’s Way Reflections

    December 7, 2021
  • Thriving,  Travel

    How to: Talk on the Phone in Spanish

    February 13, 2020 /

    Talking on the phone in a foreign language can be scary. That is why today we are sharing our top tips for how to talk on the phone in Spanish!

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    Accepting My Own Journey Part II

    January 23, 2025

    Handling Political Conversations While Living Abroad

    September 24, 2020

    The Artist’s Way Reflections

    December 7, 2021
  • Culture,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    An Introduction to Cultural Competence

    January 28, 2020 /

    We think that multicultural competences are essential to be successful abroad, but do you know what they are? And, more importantly, do you know how you can acquire them? This is Part I in a three part series to help you do so.

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    Televised New Year’s Eve Program in Spain

    December 30, 2018

    The Signficance of Pomegranates in Granada

    March 11, 2021

    Traditions: Nochebuena (Christmas Eve) in Spain

    December 15, 2020
  • Culture,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    The Four Most Important Things to Know About Spanish Culture Before You Move Abroad

    January 7, 2020 /

    There’s so much to consider before you decide to move abroad. Check out this article for the most important aspects of Spanish culture you should understand when preparing to live abroad.

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    What You Need to Know about Córdoba

    March 4, 2018

    What is this “Name Day” Tradition in Spain?

    November 5, 2019

    Help! I’m Suffering Mini Culture Shocks

    March 26, 2019
  • Preparing,  Study Abroad

    Personal Benefits of Studying Abroad

    December 17, 2019 /

    People are always talking about why going abroad is good for your career potential but have you ever stopped to think about how it benefits your personal growth? In this article we do just that.

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    Five Reasons You Should Have an International Experience

    January 5, 2021

    What Does “(Me) Da Igual” Really Mean!?

    October 3, 2019

    Relocating to Madrid: A Specialist’s Insights into Apartment-Hunting

    September 21, 2023
  • Adapting,  Culture

    What is Día de la Constitución or December 6th holidays?

    December 5, 2019 /

    Are you wondering why things are closed on December 6th in Spain? It is because they celebrate the Día de la Constitución or the Day of the Constitution. This article dives into this special holiday.

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    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2023)

    January 17, 2023

    Language Learning: Reading in Spanish

    April 2, 2020

    Dealing with Uncertain Times

    March 26, 2020
  • Living Abroad

    Why I Went Abroad (Claudia’s Story)

    October 13, 2019 /

    What is a good enough reason for going abroad? We think any reason is good enough! Read Claudia’s story about how she ended up living abroad in this story.

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    Traveling with a little one under 6 months

    August 22, 2024

    How I Talked to my Family About Moving Abroad (Dani)

    May 3, 2018

    The Four Most Important Things to Know About Spanish Culture Before You Move Abroad

    January 7, 2020
  • Adapting,  Balance

    Find Your Why for Being Abroad

    October 10, 2019 /

    Are you trying to figure out your reasoning for going abroad so that you can make the most of your experience? Check out these five questions to help you orientate yourself in discovering your why.

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    PDA is Everywhere in Spain

    May 8, 2018

    What’s Happening? Kids Out Until Midnight in Spain

    July 23, 2019

    The Importance of Coffee Shops in Spain

    November 6, 2018
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