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    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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  • Adapting,  Culture

    Life is in the Street in Spain

    May 21, 2019 /

    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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    August 13, 2019

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  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    ‘Adulting’ While Abroad

    May 16, 2019 /

    ‘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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  • 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

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    April 29, 2021

    What to Expect at Sunday Lunch in Spain

    June 28, 2021
  • Travel

    How to Visit Nerja in One Day

    May 5, 2019 /

    Looking for a white village and sandy beaches to visit for the day? Maybe even an adventure into history at the local caves? Look no further, Nerja’s calling…

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  • 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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    May 12, 2020

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  • 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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  • Thriving

    The Power of Perspective

    April 18, 2019 /

    Have you ever thought about how changing your perspective could change your reality? I think you should!

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  • Adapting,  How to

    Help! I Need to Replace my Butano

    April 16, 2019 /

    There’s a good chance you’ll have something in your Spanish apartment hooked up to propane or butane gas and, if so, you’re going to want to know these tips about how to obtain and replace the bottles.

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  • Culture

    The Days of Semana Santa

    April 14, 2019 /

    Have you been hearing about Semana Santa and are curious about what will actually be celebrated the different days? Check out this quick introduction to the days of Semana Santa to help you understand.

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  • Culture,  Thriving

    Working Successfully with Spanish Teams

    April 11, 2019 /

    Working with other people can be difficult wherever you are. However, while intercultural teams can be wonderful, they can also be more difficult. That is why we are sharing our top tips for working with Spanish teams!

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  • Culture

    Semana Santa: What are Cofradías?

    April 7, 2019 /

    Many people are familiar with the Semana Santa processions that take place during the week before Easter in Spain but what do you know about the groups that organize them? Today we’re taking a look at cofradías.

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