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    International Love: An American’s Insights on Dating a Spaniard

    November 12, 2019 /

    Wondering what it’s like to date a Spaniard? Today’s guest writer, Mary, opens up about her international love story—sharing their cultures, manuevering language barriers, and all the laughs along the way.

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    A Smoking Culture

    May 11, 2021

    Cultural Competence Part III (Acquiring Competences)

    May 17, 2018
  • Culture,  Preparing

    Who is Lady of Almudena?

    November 7, 2019 /

    Are you curious about who is the Lady of Almudena, the female patron saint of Madrid, Spain? Well look no further as we dive into her story in this article today.

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    My Experience with Eating Outdoors in Spain

    July 28, 2019

    An Introduction to Cultural Competence

    January 28, 2020

    International Love: An American’s Insights on Dating a Spaniard

    November 12, 2019
  • Culture,  Preparing

    What is this “Name Day” Tradition in Spain?

    November 5, 2019 /

    Did you know that it is common to celebrate your “name day” here in Spain (as well as many other European countries)? If this is a new concept to you, be sure to check out some of the basics about this tradition!

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    Traditions: Belenes (Nativity Scenes) in Spain

    December 17, 2020

    Our Personal Experiences with Bullfighting

    May 24, 2018

    Work-to-Live vs. Live-to-Work

    September 24, 2019
  • Travel

    What You Need to Know About Travel Insurance in Spain

    November 3, 2019 /

    Are you planning a trip to Spain and wondering if you need travel insurance? Today’s guest writer, Gabriella, answers your questions on who and what is covered by Spain’s free healthcare as well as provides great further resources.

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    June 23, 2020

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    August 27, 2019

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    March 3, 2019
  • Adapting,  Food

    Easy Spanish for Shopping at a Supermarket

    October 24, 2019 /

    Looking for Spanish to help you at the supermarkets in Spain? This post will introduce you to the basic sections found in most grocery stores and the types of goods you will find there.

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    Language-Learning: A Review of italki

    April 16, 2020

    Learn Spanish: Intercambios de Idiomas

    January 15, 2019

    The Importance of Coffee Shops in Spain

    November 6, 2018
  • Culture,  Food,  How to,  Preparing

    How to: Tapas in Granada

    October 22, 2019 /

    The art of ordering tapas―tapeando―may seem simple, but there are a few things we think you should know before you go out for free food here in Granada. Read up ahead of time so you can hit the bar as a pro!

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    Understanding the Beer Culture in Spain

    April 2, 2019

    Fútbol as a Religion in Spain

    June 18, 2019

    What is the Carnaval de Cádiz?

    February 4, 2018
  • Culture,  Food,  Preparing

    What is the Mediterranean Diet?

    October 15, 2019 /

    If you’re interested in eating more healthfully through the Mediterranean Diet but uncertain exactly what that means or what such food looks like here in Spain, this article’s for you!

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    Oposiciones, Explained By a Spaniard

    February 23, 2020

    What You Need to Know About Cáceres

    May 19, 2019

    How to: Use WhatsApp in Spain

    April 22, 2021
  • 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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    May 4, 2021

    Traveling with a little one under 6 months

    August 22, 2024

    Adapting to a New Culture: Dani’s Experiences

    August 25, 2020
  • Confessions

    My Experience Using Spanish Expressions in Conversation

    October 6, 2019 /

    Sometimes using slang and expressions in conversation doesn’t go as smoothly as you’d like. Today Dani’s sharing her thoughts and advice on this.

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    The Story of How We Met

    May 14, 2020

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    June 6, 2026

    This is My Life Now: Dani

    March 15, 2018
  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    What Does “(Me) Da Igual” Really Mean!?

    October 3, 2019 /

    Have you heard these expressions in conversation but still have doubts about their meanings and differences? Or do you just want to learn new Spanish expressions. Either way, we’ve got what you’re looking for!

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    The Pros and Cons of Studying Spanish in Andalucía

    November 13, 2018

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    February 23, 2021

    Studying Spanish at a Language School in Spain

    July 6, 2021
  • Culture

    Types of Celebrations in Spain

    September 29, 2019 /

    As a general rule, Spaniards love to celebrate! And this post has been developed to share insight into different kinds of celebrations that you will find during your time in Spain.

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    What Does “No Pasa Nada” Actually Mean!?

    May 18, 2021

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    March 4, 2018

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    June 18, 2019
  • Culture,  Preparing

    An Introduction to the Spanish School System

    September 26, 2019 /

    School is different all around the world and what you find in Spain is likely to surprise you. To give you a betting insight into the Spanish school system, we are breaking it down for you from an insider’s perspective.

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    An Introduction to Spanish Ferias

    April 6, 2018

    Traditions: Christmas Lunch/Dinner in Spain

    December 10, 2020

    The Days of Semana Santa

    April 14, 2019
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