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    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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    How to: Tapas in Granada

    October 22, 2019

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    June 2, 2021

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  • How to,  Preparing,  Study Abroad

    Choosing between a Homestay and Student Residence

    July 30, 2019 /

    To live with a Spanish family or among the students while studying abroad? It's a big decision, which is why we are talking a little bit more about what your options are and sharing what Dani decided to go with during her study abroad.

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

    November 5, 2020

    How to: be a Good Bla Bla Car Rider

    March 9, 2018

    My Secret to Avoiding Loan Default While Living Abroad in Spain

    July 3, 2018
  • How to,  Language Learning,  Preparing

    Expressions: When and How to Use “Hasta…”

    June 25, 2019 /

    Hasta luego, hasta ahora, hasta entonces… As a language-learner, it may seem like there are endless ways to say “see you later” in Spain. If you’re curious about the intricacies of when you use one rather than the other, this article is for you!

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    At Home Anywhere: A Book Review

    April 28, 2020

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    How to: Work from Home Effectively

    March 17, 2020
  • Culture,  Preparing

    Fútbol as a Religion in Spain

    June 18, 2019 /

    Have you ever wondered if the obsession with soccer (fútbol in Spanish) in Spain was actually as big as it seems from the outside looking in? Read this article to see why we think fútbol is almost like a religion in Spain.

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    The Signficance of Pomegranates in Granada

    March 11, 2021

    Confessions: I am a Different Person in Different Languages

    January 18, 2018

    The Days of Semana Santa

    April 14, 2019
  • How to,  Preparing

    Going to the Movies in Spain

    June 11, 2019 /

    Have you ever realized how much we take cultural know-how for granted in everyday activities? My first experience going to the cinema in Spain taught me that there’s a lot to consider if you’re in a different country.

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    How to: Work from Home Effectively

    March 17, 2020

    How to: Make the Most of Your Summer Abroad

    July 5, 2018

    Make the Most of Studying Virtually

    April 9, 2020
  • Preparing,  Study Abroad

    Deciding where to study a degree or masters abroad

    June 4, 2019 /

    Are you considering doing your degree or master’s program abroad but are not sure how to chose where to study? Check out this article for some main points that you should consider.

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    Can I survive as a Vegetarian or Vegan in Spain?

    November 10, 2020

    “Echar un Polvo” vs. “Estar Hecho Polvo”

    June 22, 2018

    Top Five Spanish Foods You Must Try

    February 4, 2020
  • Food,  Preparing

    A Beginner’s Guide to Spanish Ham (Jamón)

    May 14, 2019 /

    Do you know the difference between jamón ibérico, jamón serrano, and jamón de bellota? If not, don’t worry—we’re answering all your beginner’s questions for understanding Spain’s cured ham culture.

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    Where Can I Buy That? Food Edition

    November 17, 2020

    What to Expect at Sunday Lunch in Spain

    June 28, 2021

    Making the Most of Food Markets while Traveling Abroad

    August 17, 2018
  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    Easy Spanish for Restaurants

    April 30, 2019 /

    Traveling in a Spanish-speaking country and need to brush up on some Spanish before you head out for dinner tonight? We’ve got you covered!

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    Learn Spanish: Intercambios de Idiomas

    January 15, 2019

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    September 3, 2020

    The Pros and Cons of Studying Spanish in Andalucía

    November 13, 2018
  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    Incorporating ‘Vale’ in Everyday Interactions

    April 23, 2019 /

    There are words that you will hear every day while you are in Spain and vale is one of them. This post dives a little bit deeper into what vale means in Spain and how Spaniards use it in every day language.

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    My First Time…At an Intercambio

    December 1, 2017

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    June 17, 2021

    My Top Resources for Writing in Spanish

    October 26, 2018
  • Culture,  Preparing

    Help! I’m Suffering Mini Culture Shocks

    March 26, 2019 /

    Do you ever feel like there are little things that throw you off when you are traveling or living abroad? Today we are talking about mini culture shocks—small things that might make a big difference in how confortable you are abroad.

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    Domingo de Resurrección in Spain

    April 1, 2021

    What is this “Name Day” Tradition in Spain?

    November 5, 2019

    Televised New Year’s Eve Program in Spain

    December 30, 2018
  • Culture,  Preparing

    Weddings in Spain

    March 19, 2019 /

    If you’re preparing to attend or host a wedding in Spain, there are certainly some things youll want to know about this important celebration. Be sure to check out this basic guide to learn what will likely be different for you in terms of Spanish weddings (bodas).

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    Six Stereotypes of Spain Debunked

    March 3, 2020

    What’s Happening? Kids Out Until Midnight in Spain

    July 23, 2019

    Televised New Year’s Eve Program in Spain

    December 30, 2018
  • Culture,  Preparing

    All Places are Different: Preparing for a Culture Comparison

    March 12, 2019 /

    Are you aware of how much impact your cultural perspective has how you see other cultures? This post dives in to why cultural comparison is important, and how you can do it without it being a negative comparison.

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    March 25, 2021

    When and How do I Give ‘Dos Besos’?

    January 9, 2020

    Our Ultimate Guide to Christmas in Spain

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