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    A Sunset in Southern Spain (A Short Story)

    May 31, 2020 /

    This short story, written by our very own Dani, is a snapshot of the life of Laura, a British expat living in Southern Spain during the Coronavirus outbreak.

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    November 3, 2020

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    May 14, 2020

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    February 19, 2019
  • Adapting,  Confessions

    Living in Spain Under Lockdown

    May 28, 2020 /

    The current pandemic has created lockdown situations around the globe, but each has been a bit different. Here, Dani shares about her personal experience (logistically, emotionally, and mentally) living in Spain under lockdown.

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    Expressions: ¿Qué tal…?

    February 11, 2020

    What Does “No hay de qué” Mean?

    February 26, 2019

    7 Steps to a Successful Peluquería Trip (Getting a Haircut in Spain)

    September 8, 2020
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad

    The Story of How We Met

    May 14, 2020 /

    Are you curious how the writers of this blog came to be friends in the first place? We thought you might be, so Dani tells the story here of how two American Midwesterners found friendship in the south of Spain!

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    Confessions: I am Feeling Vulnerable in these Uncertain Times

    November 26, 2020

    Confessions: After 8+ Years Living in Spain, It’s Still Hard to Make Friends!

    September 1, 2022

    I’ll Never Truly be American Again Either

    November 21, 2019
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    What does ‘Poco a poco’ Mean!?

    May 12, 2020 /

    Poco a poco is not only a good Spanish expression to learn, it’s also an approach to life that is particularly relevant during these uncertain times.

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    What Does it Mean to Intercambio?

    October 13, 2020

    Tips for Teaching Virtually (One-on-One Classes)

    April 7, 2020

    Language-Learning: A Review of italki

    April 16, 2020
  • Culture,  Food

    Easy and Healthy Spanish Recipes

    May 7, 2020 /

    Are you looking for healthy Spanish recipes that are also relatively easy to make? In this list we have put together a list of some of our favorite Spanish foods and where you can find authentic recipes for them.

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    Flamenco Traditions in Spain

    March 5, 2020

    Our Ultimate Guide to Christmas in Spain

    December 19, 2024

    Traditions: Mantecados and Polvorones (Spanish Christmas Sweets)

    December 3, 2020
  • Balance,  Food

    Maintaining the Mediterranean Diet

    May 5, 2020 /

    The Mediterranean diet is one of the things we love about Spain. But how are you supposed to maintain this diet despite everything else going on in everyday life. Check out this post for our top five tips for sticking to the plan!

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    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2021)

    December 29, 2020

    Taking All Your Classes in Spanish

    January 19, 2018

    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2019)

    December 27, 2018
  • Balance,  Confessions,  Thriving

    Confessions: I’m a Workaholic

    April 21, 2020 /

    What kind of professional are you? Read about Claudia's confession that she is a bit of a workaholic, and how she is also taking some actions to find balance. 

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  • Culture

    What Semana Santa Means to Me: An Interview with a Granadina

    April 5, 2020 /

    In honor of the beginning of Holy Week, we bring you an interview with a Spaniard on what this week and its traditions mean to her and her family.

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  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    Language Learning: Reading in Spanish

    April 2, 2020 /

    What are you doing to learn Spanish? For us, reading in a foreign language is one of the best best ways to pick up on grammar structure and new vocabulary. However, follow these suggestions to get the most out of your experience.

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    Renting an Apartment in Spain

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    October 24, 2019

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  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    Language Learning: Watching T.V. or Movies

    March 19, 2020 /

    One of the many ways you can improve your language skills is by watching videos (movies, tv, etc.) in that language. Check out some of our favorite ways of integrating Spanish into your everyday life.

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    How to: Get a Phone (Number) in Spain

    April 20, 2021

    Expressions: ¿Qué tal…?

    February 11, 2020

    How to: Get Private Lessons (as a Teacher) in Spain

    October 2, 2018
  • Balance,  Culture,  Thriving

    Being Friends with the Opposite Sex

    March 12, 2020 /

    Making friends in new places is never easy but add in the fact that you have to follow cultural norms and you will start wondering how it is even possible. Check out this article for a little bit of insight into  friendships according to Spanish gender norms. 

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    January 5, 2020

    Don’t Lose That ‘Tourist’ Feeling

    September 12, 2019
  • Adapting,  How to

    How to: Make Friends with Spaniards

    March 10, 2020 /

    Do you feel frustrated that you are not making that many native friends while abroad? I have a theory about that and several tips for how to improve your chances at making local friends.

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    My Top Resources for Writing in Spanish

    October 26, 2018

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    April 16, 2019

    How to: Get Private Lessons (as a Teacher) in Spain

    October 2, 2018
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