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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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    December 26, 2017

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    May 21, 2020

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    June 28, 2021
  • 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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    Spanish Expressions in Everyday Life: El Mundo es un Pañuelo

    September 13, 2018

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

    January 7, 2020

    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2023)

    January 17, 2023
  • 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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    Getting out there―Being Socially Awkward while Abroad

    January 21, 2021

    Confessions: Sometimes I Live in My Own Bubble

    March 2, 2021

    7 things I miss about living in (Granada) Spain

    November 16, 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 Can I Best Communicate with a Traveling Loved One?

    March 24, 2020

    Top Three Things to Consider Before Relocating to Spain

    March 1, 2022

    How to: Choose the Best Bla Bla Car

    January 9, 2018
  • 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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    November 29, 2018

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    August 23, 2018
  • 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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    Becoming Friends Through Study Abroad: A Guest Post

    March 14, 2019

    Confessions: I Miss Home

    November 15, 2018

    Learning how to Appreciate the Moment

    May 9, 2019
  • 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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    Culture Shock: The Insights of a Spaniard in America

    February 2, 2020

    Help: Why is Everything in Spain Closed in August?

    July 27, 2018

    An Introduction to the Spanish School System

    September 26, 2019
  • 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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    January 30, 2020
  • 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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    Understanding Spanish Public Workers: Funcionarios

    February 18, 2020

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    November 13, 2018

    Christmas in Spain, Explained by a Spaniard

    December 20, 2020
  • 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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    February 19, 2019

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    August 8, 2019

    Empathizing with People in Uncertain Times

    May 19, 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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  • 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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    April 9, 2020
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