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    Choosing Your Coffee in Spain

    July 2, 2019 /

    Not sure how to get your caffeine fix while abroad in Spain? This article will give you the basics of ordering a coffee and help get you started!  

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    October 30, 2018

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    January 17, 2023

    My Top Resources for Writing in Spanish

    October 26, 2018
  • Travel

    What You Need to Know about Estepona

    June 30, 2019 /

    If you’re looking for a laidback getaway destination on the Costa del Sol, look no further! Estepona is the perfect place to be.

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    March 4, 2018

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    How to: Rent a Car in Spain

    August 24, 2018
  • 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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    Benefits of Cultural Competences

    April 26, 2018

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    June 10, 2018
  • Travel

    What are Las Hogueras in Alicante, Spain?

    June 16, 2019 /

    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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    What is the Fiesta de San Isidro?

    May 12, 2019

    Visiting the Plaza de España: Everything you need to know

    October 28, 2018

    Claudia’s Travel Style

    September 22, 2017
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Confessions: I’m Nervous About Going Home

    June 13, 2019 /

    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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    February 16, 2021

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    March 21, 2026

    Accepting My Own Journey (Claudia)

    June 21, 2018
  • 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: Rent a Car in Spain

    August 24, 2018

    Choosing Your Spanish Wine and Wine-based Drinks

    July 11, 2019

    How to: Talk to Your Family About Moving Abroad

    January 28, 2021
  • 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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    Five Reasons You Should Have an International Experience

    January 5, 2021

    Introduction to Reverse Culture Shock

    June 1, 2018

    Dealing with Your Period Abroad (in Spain)

    October 12, 2021
  • Travel

    What You Need to Know Before You Rent a Boat AirBnB

    June 2, 2019 /

    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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    How to: be a Good Bla Bla Car Rider

    March 9, 2018

    What you need to know about San Sebastián

    September 23, 2018

    The Best Beaches in Spain

    August 12, 2018
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    What is “Home?”

    May 30, 2019 /

    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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    What are my options for returning to Spain?

    February 20, 2018

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

    September 7, 2021

    Spending the Holidays Away from Home

    December 13, 2021
  • Adapting,  How to,  Study Abroad

    Making the Most of Your Host Family Experience

    May 28, 2019 /

    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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    Dealing with Lockdown Productivity Frustrations

    May 21, 2020

    Renting an Apartment in Spain

    August 6, 2019

    6 ways to sharpen your soft skills by living in Spain

    March 16, 2023
  • Travel

    What is el Día de Canarias? (Canary Island’s Day)

    May 26, 2019 /

    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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    July 29, 2018

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    February 4, 2018
  • Thriving

    Fitting in While Abroad (in Spain)

    May 23, 2019 /

    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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    August 1, 2019

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    February 18, 2021
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