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    The Pros and Cons of Studying Spanish in Andalucía

    November 13, 2018 /

    Are you thinking about studying Spanish in Andalucía? Today’s guest writer, Charlotte, is weighing the pros and cons and it certainly seems to come out in Spain’s southern region’s favor!

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  • Adapting,  Culture

    The Importance of Coffee Shops in Spain

    November 6, 2018 /

    Are you wondering what role coffee plays in Spain? This article dives into the coffee culture that can be seen in this country. Trust us, you’ll love it as much as the Spaniards do!

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    What to Expect when Making Plans with Spaniards

    January 19, 2021

    Choosing Your Coffee in Spain

    July 2, 2019

    Top Six Things You Should Know When Visiting a Doctor in Spain

    March 16, 2021
  • Thriving

    A Letter to the Parents of Travelers

    November 1, 2018 /

    We recognize that this travel and/or live abroad journey isn’t always easy on the family and loved ones we leave behind. To honor that, today we’re looking at the experience from the perspective of Dani’s parents.

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

    November 12, 2019

    How to: Send emails with Spaniards

    February 28, 2019

    Making Mistakes, but Just Wanting to Move on

    April 4, 2019
  • Adapting,  How to

    How to: Cheaply Send a Package to Spain

    October 30, 2018 /

    If a loved one recently moved to Spain, you might be wondering about how to send them international care packages and, perhaps more importantly, how to do so cheaply. We’ve got all the insider tips you need to know!

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    Easy Spanish for Shopping at a Supermarket

    October 24, 2019

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

    December 5, 2019

    How to: Survive Without a Dryer

    January 30, 2018
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    My Top Resources for Writing in Spanish

    October 26, 2018 /

    When you have to write in Spanish in your study or live abroad experience where do you go for help? In this blog post we touch on some of our favorite resources (and why) for writing in Spanish.

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    What to Expect from Spanish Bikers

    May 1, 2018

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    April 7, 2020

    How to: Make Friends with Spaniards

    March 10, 2020
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    A Letter to Myself Before I Moved Abroad (Claudia)

    October 25, 2018 /

    If I were to talk to my 17 year old self, I would want to assure her that everything is going to be okay and that life has a way of working itself out. If I were to write her a letter, this is what it would say.

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    June 6, 2026

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    February 7, 2019

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    February 16, 2021
  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    What Does “Me Cago en…” Actually Mean?

    October 23, 2018 /

    If you’ve ever heard the expression “me cago en…[insert object/person/place/idea here]” you might be confused at what it means. In this article we are diving in to how it is used and interpreted in Spain.

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    August 18, 2019

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    September 11, 2018
  • Travel

    What you need to know about Mérida

    October 21, 2018 /

    The capital of one of Spain’s most over-looked autonomous communities in terms of tourism, is the precious Mérida. Once the heart of the Roman, Visigoth, and Moorish empires there is tons to see and learn in this beautiful city.

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    September 28, 2018

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    July 29, 2018

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    October 1, 2017
  • Adapting

    Understanding Bars in Spain

    October 19, 2018 /

    We’ve got no shortage of bars in Spain and so we wanted to share with you some insights and things to know in order to help you understand the bar scene while you’re here.

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    December 11, 2018

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    June 2, 2021

    Using a Public Bathroom in Spain

    October 29, 2020
  • Culture

    Who is Francisco Franco?

    October 14, 2018 /

    If you don’t know who he was, you should. General Francisco Franco is one of the men who has had the most impact on our beloved Spain in the last century. Check out this post for an introduction.

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    Itinerary for One Day in Valencia: See the Must-Visit Spots

    September 19, 2024

    Snapshots of Spain (Announcing Dani’s Book)

    September 21, 2021

    The Acceptance of Homosexuality in Spain

    December 4, 2018
  • Culture,  Preparing

    What does October 12th mean in Spain?

    October 12, 2018 /

    Are you wondering why everything is closed on the 12th of October in Spain? Well we are here to give you insight to why that is! Check out this article for more information about this holiday.

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  • Travel

    What you need to know about Bilbao

    October 7, 2018 /

    Located in the Basque Country, Bilbao used to be little more than an industrial port city but nowadays it is full of modern art and architecture and is a tourist’s dream. We’ve got everything you’ll want to know to get started planning your trip!

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    September 23, 2018

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