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  • Culture,  Living Abroad

    Job Search Abroad (Insights from Spain to US)

    August 11, 2020 /

    Searching for a job in a foreign country, culture, and language can be challenging! In this post, guest writer Gisela shares what she has learned from her experience as a Spaniard in the United States.

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    The Signficance of Pomegranates in Granada

    March 11, 2021

    Traditions: Los Reyes Magos

    December 26, 2019

    What is the Carnaval de Santa Cruz de Tenerife

    February 24, 2019
  • 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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    Tips for Teaching Virtually (Group Classes)

    April 14, 2020

    Student-Teacher Relationships in Spain (Part I)

    June 8, 2018

    Confessions: That Three Month Feeling

    December 19, 2017
  • 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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    How to: Deal with Gastos (Utilities) in Spain

    November 30, 2018

    Confessions: I am Feeling Vulnerable in these Uncertain Times

    November 26, 2020

    There’s Something Magical About the First Time―at an Intercambio

    November 24, 2017
  • 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 Miss Home

    November 15, 2018

    Confessions: I’m Nervous About Going Home

    June 13, 2019

    3 Lessons Learned After Moving to Spain

    December 28, 2021
  • 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: Use Correos (Part I)

    October 8, 2020

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

    November 5, 2020

    How to: Use Public Transport in Spain

    August 10, 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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    Spending the Holidays Away from Home

    December 13, 2021

    Why You Should Travel Alone

    October 3, 2017

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

    February 21, 2019
  • 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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    International Love: An American’s Insights on Dating a Spaniard

    November 12, 2019

    It’s Okay to be Creepy!

    August 9, 2021

    Happy New Year!

    January 1, 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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    Easy and Healthy Spanish Recipes

    May 7, 2020

    What they don’t tell NALCAP Teachers about País Vasco

    March 7, 2026

    What is the Carnaval de Santa Cruz de Tenerife

    February 24, 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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    The Signficance of Pomegranates in Granada

    March 11, 2021

    7 things I miss about living in (Granada) Spain

    November 16, 2023

    Different Regions in Spain

    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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    The Spanish Civil War: An Introduction

    February 18, 2018

    How to: Make Spanish Tortilla de Patatas

    April 15, 2021

    The Languages of Spain: An Introduction

    June 16, 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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    6 ways to sharpen your soft skills by living in Spain

    March 16, 2023

    Why Shorter Photoshoots Work Best with Toddlers in Spain

    May 2, 2026

    Best Sites for Finding an Apartment in Spain

    August 8, 2019
  • 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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    20 Small but Surprising Differences You’ll Find in Spain

    August 31, 2018

    I’ll Never Truly be Spanish…

    November 19, 2019

    Top Six Things You Should Know When Visiting a Doctor in Spain

    March 16, 2021
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