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    Top Tips for the Auxiliares Application Process

    December 28, 2018 /

    The Auxiliares (Spanish government’s English teacher assistant program) requirements are not that demanding, but the application process can be a bit overwhelming. Here are some of our top tips and things you should know before you apply.

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    Using a Shower in Spain

    January 23, 2018

    Confessions: Five Years of “Friend-Dating” (Dani’s Success Story)

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    How to: Plan and Execute a Successful Private Lesson for Kids

    October 4, 2018
  • Confessions

    Confessions: Dealing with Mental Health Issues while Abroad

    December 20, 2018 /

    Dealing with mental health while studying or living abroad is a real thing. Learn more about Katy’s story and her top recommendations for making the most out of your experience (while taking care of yourself).

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    At Home Anywhere: Journaling and Reflections

    April 30, 2020

    Confessions: I’m not Spending the Holidays with my Family

    December 6, 2018

    Confessions: I Have Non-Commitment Issues

    April 4, 2018
  • Culture

    Snapshots of Spain at Christmas

    December 16, 2018 /

    We’ve told you an awful lot about this festive time of year, but a picture is worth a thousand words so enjoy this more visual representation and insights into Spain at Christmas time.

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    Help! I’m Suffering Mini Culture Shocks

    March 26, 2019

    Traditions: Mantecados and Polvorones (Spanish Christmas Sweets)

    December 3, 2020

    What is Día de la Constitución or December 6th holidays?

    December 5, 2019
  • Balance,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Hosting the Holidays Abroad

    December 13, 2018 /

    Hosting the holidays is a big responsibility wherever you are, but it can be extra intimidating if you’ll be doing it for the first time while abroad! Dani dishes on her honest-to-goodness feelings about this and shares some tips as well.

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    Dealing with Uncertain Times

    March 26, 2020

    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2021)

    December 29, 2020

    Confessions: I’m a Workaholic

    April 21, 2020
  • Adapting,  Language Learning,  Living Abroad

    Insights into Daily Life: An Interview

    December 11, 2018 /

    Today we are sharing an interview that Dani and Claudia did with Charlotte, an intern at a language school in Ronda. We talk about what it is like to live abroad in Spain and give tips for immersing yourself.

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    Returning Home

    December 26, 2017

    Find Your Why for Being Abroad

    October 10, 2019

    What Does it Mean to Group Intercambio?

    October 15, 2020
  • Culture,  Preparing

    The Acceptance of Homosexuality in Spain

    December 4, 2018 /

    The way a culture sees different types of people varies every where you go. Join us as we discover how Spain accepts homosexuality both from a legal and social standpoint.

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    What does October 12th mean in Spain?

    October 12, 2018

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

    November 12, 2019

    Coffee Culture in Spain

    May 31, 2021
  • Adapting,  How to,  Living Abroad

    How to: Deal with Gastos (Utilities) in Spain

    November 30, 2018 /

    If you’ll be renting an apartment here in Spain, you’ll surely have to deal with some utilities bills. Check out the details here about what, when, and how to expect to pay when it comes to your gastos!

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    How to: Rent a Car in Spain

    August 24, 2018

    Renting an Apartment in Spain

    August 6, 2019

    Make the Most of Studying Virtually

    April 9, 2020
  • Balance,  Thriving

    Time Spent Eating is Important!

    November 29, 2018 /

    When I set out to track my time in order to improve productivity, I did not expect to revisit a lesson about the importance of spending time nourishing both the body and spirit with food.

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    How to: Host Long-term Visitors

    July 20, 2023

    How to: Balance Two Worlds

    November 3, 2020

    Make Your ‘Host City’ Your Home (Why and How)

    September 10, 2019
  • Living Abroad,  Preparing

    Moving Abroad as a Couple

    November 27, 2018 /

    Are you preparing to move abroad as a couple? If so, you’ll want to know all the details our guest writer, Jen, who moved to Spain with her partner is sharing in terms of what to expect and top tips you should keep in mind!

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    Getting out there―Being Socially Awkward while Abroad

    January 21, 2021

    My Secret to Avoiding Loan Default While Living Abroad in Spain

    July 3, 2018

    Where Can I Buy That? Stuff Edition

    November 19, 2020
  • Adapting,  Study Abroad

    Help! I’m failing Spanish school (and they tell me it’s normal)

    November 23, 2018 /

    While failing an exam might seem like a big deal back home, it might just have less importance where you are living abroad in Spain. Want to know why?

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    Confessions: Feeling Imposter Syndrome at Work (While Living Abroad)

    June 22, 2023

    Culture Shock: The Insights of a Spaniard in America

    February 2, 2020

    Easy Spanish for Shopping at a Supermarket

    October 24, 2019
  • Travel

    What You Need to Know about Cartagena

    November 18, 2018 /

    Despite being an unknown travel destination to many, Cartagena has always been an important port city filled with history and beautiful surrounding beaches.

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    The Best Beaches in Spain

    August 12, 2018

    Claudia’s Travel Style

    September 22, 2017

    Master Packing for Every Length of Trip

    July 28, 2020
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Confessions: I Miss Home

    November 15, 2018 /

    Even though she doesn’t always admit it, living so far away from family, friends, and ‘home’ does get hard on Dani. Read her thoughts about it all in this confession.

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    Confessions: I am a Serial Friender

    February 15, 2018

    A Letter to Myself Before I Moved Abroad (Dani)

    September 6, 2018

    Confessions: I am Vulnerable in Friendships

    January 31, 2019
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