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What are Las Hogueras in Alicante, Spain?
The celebration of San Juan in Alicante is called Las Hogueras (Les Fogueres in the local language) and is a festival full of food, fun, firecrackers, artwork, and the ceremonious destruction of said artwork. You’re gonna want to check this one out!
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Confessions: I’m Nervous About Going Home
Living abroad for an extended amount of time can make visits ‘home’ complicated. Today Dani’s getting real about her mixed emotions over returning to Chicago for a summer after nearly four years spent in Spain.
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Going to the Movies in Spain
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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Deciding where to study a degree or masters abroad
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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What You Need to Know Before You Rent a Boat AirBnB
Considering renting a boat for your next AirBnB? We’ve compiled the pros, cons, and other points of intrigue you’re going to want to know beforehand. Check it out!
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What is “Home?”
For those of us who live abroad, move often, and/or are nomadic it can be very difficult to pinpoint where and what ‘home’ is. Thankfully, with some help from our friends, we’re getting a little closer to our own definition.
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Making the Most of Your Host Family Experience
Living in a homestay with a host family is a wonderful way to immerse in the local culture. However, you’ve got to put forth the effort if you want to get the most out of this experience. Here are our top four tips (as well as a video!!) on how.
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What is el Día de Canarias? (Canary Island’s Day)
Wondering why everyone is so excited for the 30th of May in the Canary Islands? Here we talk about the history behind and the celebrations that take place during the celebration of this region.
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Fitting in While Abroad (in Spain)
Are you having issues fitting in while living abroad? Here are our insights into the good, the bad, and the ugly of finding a sense of belonging while in a foreign country.
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Life is in the Street in Spain
Have you noticed that people seem to be in the streets all the time in Spain? Is it hard for you to adapt to? In this article we dive into our top tips for taking advantage of this lifestyle.
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‘Adulting’ While Abroad
‘Adulting’ isn’t always fun or easy and it can feel even more frustrating when you’re living abroad. However, you can look at it much like culture shock and this provides some comfort!
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A Beginner’s Guide to Spanish Ham (Jamón)
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.
