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  • Living Abroad,  Preparing

    Dealing with Your Period Abroad (in Spain)

    October 12, 2021 /

    Periods are something that will happen no matter where you are in the world yet they can feel strange when traveling or living abroad. In this post we dive into what you want to know about handling your period while in Spain.

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    August 2, 2018

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    October 29, 2020

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  • How to,  Living Abroad

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

    September 7, 2021 /

    If you are an expat who plans to give birth in Spain, it can be very overwhelming to embark on this journey in a different culture and language. Thankfully, Madison (the Doula in Madrid) has put together this incredible resource for expectant mothers.

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    How to Get a Student Visa to Study in Spain

    April 13, 2023

    Master Packing for Every Length of Trip

    July 28, 2020

    How to: Travel on a Budget

    August 27, 2019
  • How to,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    Managing Finances for a Short-term Stay in Spain

    August 23, 2021 /

    Have you thought about how you're going to manage your banking transactions and international transfers while living in Spain? Read our top four recommendations for managing finances during a short-term stay.

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    Going to the Movies in Spain

    June 11, 2019

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    August 20, 2019

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    March 17, 2020
  • How to,  Living Abroad

    Moving Abroad to Spain as a Family: An Interview

    August 17, 2021 /

    In 2009 Claudia’s family decided to move abroad to Granada, Spain. Here is a little bit about their story and some advice they would give you if you are planning on doing the same.

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    What to Expect When Pregnant in Spain

    February 22, 2024

    Embracing Your Empowered Expat Woman

    May 23, 2024

    What to Expect at Sunday Lunch in Spain

    June 28, 2021
  • Language Learning

    Expressions: Menos Mal

    August 3, 2021 /

    Menos mal is a pretty common expression to hear in Spain but do you know what it means or how to use it? Check out this post for more understanding of this expression and examples to put it in context.

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    What Does it Mean to Group Intercambio?

    October 15, 2020

    How to: Feel Comfortable Giving a Presentation in Spanish

    September 11, 2018

    My First Time…At an Intercambio

    December 1, 2017
  • Balance,  Thriving

    Celebrating Our Four Year Blog Anniversary

    July 15, 2021 /

    SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS! As we close our fourth year of running Sincerely, Spain we invite you to celebrate with us and check out some of the new resources and changes we have coming up.

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    Sending Letters and Postcards

    October 6, 2020

    Confessions: I’m a Workaholic

    April 21, 2020

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    November 29, 2018
  • Confessions,  Thriving

    Lessons Learned in Four Years of Blogging

    July 13, 2021 /

    Over the four years we’ve run Sincerely, Spain we’ve grown and learned a lot. Here are six of the most important lessons that the adventure of running this blog together has taught us.

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    Confessions: Dealing with Mental Health Issues while Abroad

    December 20, 2018

    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2021)

    December 31, 2020

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    March 21, 2026
  • Language Learning,  Living Abroad

    Ultimate Guide to Spanish Language Learning Resources

    July 8, 2021 /

    Language learning can be difficult! That is why we have put together this post with our ultimate guide to Spanish language learning resources, linking to all the relevant posts that we have shared in the past.

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    Learning-English Culture in Spain

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    Expressions: Menos Mal

    August 3, 2021
  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    Studying Spanish at a Language School in Spain

    July 6, 2021 /

    Different people thrive in different environments, and the way you learn a language isn't going to be the same for you as someone else. One of the options you should consider is a language school...

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    June 17, 2021

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    August 6, 2020

    The Pros and Cons of Studying Spanish in Andalucía

    November 13, 2018
  • Culture,  Preparing

    Drinking Culture in Spain

    May 13, 2021 /

    Does it seem like we're talking about alcohol a little too lightly or a little too much? Perhaps it's just the different drinking culture we're used to here in Spain―allow us to explain.

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    Who is Federico García Lorca

    February 25, 2020

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    May 22, 2018

    Traditions: La Lotería de Navidad in Spain

    December 1, 2020
  • 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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    What You Should Know About Fashion in Spain

    December 15, 2019

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    December 1, 2020

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    January 28, 2020
  • Food,  How to

    A Quick Guide to a Spanish Tapas-Inspired Snack Night

    May 6, 2021 /

    Whether you’re a lover of Spanish cuisine or looking to try the Mediterranean food for the first time, this how-to guide for creating a Spanish tapas-inspired snack night or picnic is for you!

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    Finding Balance with Spanish Food

    August 31, 2017

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