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  • Balance,  Thriving

    Four Reasons Why You Need to Take Yourself on a Day Trip

    August 23, 2018 /

    We’ve already talked about the value of traveling alone but this time we’ve got a self-care trick you can put to the test even more easily—plan yourself a solo day trip! Check out the reasons why!

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    Fitting In vs Staying True to Yourself While Abroad

    March 15, 2020

    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2018)

    January 4, 2018

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

    September 10, 2019
  • Culture,  Preparing

    What do teachers in Spain wear?

    August 21, 2018 /

    If you’re wondering what the dress code is like here in Spain, you’ll want to check out our insights about the what teachers actually wear…it may not be as formal as you’d expect.

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    Integrating the Holiday Season into your Travel Plans

    December 24, 2019

    Confessions: I am a Different Person in Different Languages

    January 18, 2018

    To Party or Not to Party

    October 26, 2017
  • Food,  Travel

    Making the Most of Food Markets while Traveling Abroad

    August 17, 2018 /

    One of my favorite things to do while travelling is check out the local markets and stock up! This article dives into taking advantage of markets while visiting or living abroad.

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    Choosing Your Spanish Wine and Wine-based Drinks

    July 11, 2019

    The Best (Beverage) Ferias I’ve Stumbled Upon in Spain

    July 14, 2019

    What You Need to Know About Oviedo

    October 18, 2021
  • Confessions,  Thriving

    Confessions: It Sucks that Everybody Leaves

    August 16, 2018 /

    When you live in a city that has as many people moving in and out as Granada does it is easy to make new friends. However, most of them don’t stay forever and that just kind of sucks.

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    Confessions: Sometimes I Live in My Own Bubble

    March 2, 2021

    Living in Spain Under Lockdown

    May 28, 2020

    Confessions: I don’t buy into traditional gift giving

    December 21, 2023
  • Travel

    The Best Beaches in Spain

    August 12, 2018 /

    Beach weather in Spain is the best weather in Spain! But with so many beaches to choose from you’re going to want to consider the pros and cons of each type. Let’s wander the the waves together.

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    What You Need to Know about Estepona

    June 30, 2019

    How to: Use Bla Bla Car

    October 13, 2017

    What is the Carnaval de Cádiz?

    February 4, 2018
  • Adapting,  How to

    How to: Use Public Transport in Spain

    August 10, 2018 /

    If you’re planning to use public transport in Spain, you’ll definitely want to read up on the many different options that will be available to you, including special deals for ‘youths’ (spoiler, this probably includes you)!

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    Help! I’m having Anxiety while Abroad

    June 2, 2020

    How to: Get Private Lessons (as a Teacher) in Spain

    October 2, 2018

    Student-Teacher Relationships in Spain (Part I)

    June 8, 2018
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Having Friends who are Different from You

    August 9, 2018 /

    While living abroad, I’ve found that my friend group has evolved not only to include people who are different from me because they’re from Spain but for a multitude of reasons—each of which brings something special to my life!

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    CIEE’s Teach English in Spain Programs

    September 4, 2018

    Find and Connect with an Online Therapist

    November 24, 2020

    A Letter to Myself Before I Moved Abroad (Claudia)

    October 25, 2018
  • Food,  Preparing

    How to: Choose a Spanish Olive Oil

    August 7, 2018 /

    Ready to take advantage of all the olive oils in Spain but aren’t sure where to get started? Check out this quick introduction into your olive oil options.

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    Top Five Spanish Foods You Must Try

    February 4, 2020

    How to Make: Spanish-Style Coffee at Home

    June 2, 2021

    What You Need to Know About A Coruña

    October 22, 2020
  • Travel

    Visiting the Basque Country (País Vasco)

    August 5, 2018 /

    This week in Soñando Sunday we are taking a trip up north, to the Basque Country. Check out what this region has to offer you in the way of cities, nature, food, and drink!

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    Figuring Out What Kind of Traveler You Are

    September 7, 2017

    Snapshots of Spain during Semana Santa

    April 1, 2018

    Taking Advantage of Weekend Travel

    April 28, 2019
  • Food,  Language Learning,  Preparing

    What Does “Buen Provecho” Mean?

    August 3, 2018 /

    Noticed that people in Spain may say “Bueno provecho” or even “Que aproveche” or “Aproveche” after food is served? Let’s talk about what the different forms really mean and how you can use them without offending.

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    What’s the Difference Between Gazpacho and Salmorejo?

    July 1, 2021

    What is a Roscón de Reyes in Spain?

    January 2, 2020

    How to: Make Paella like a Spaniard

    May 11, 2018
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Why do I Naturally Bond with Other Foreigners?

    August 2, 2018 /

    So you moved abroad with the intention of immersing in the culture and language, yet find yourself constantly with other foreigners? Don’t worry, you’re not alone and there are actually some very reasonable explanations.

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    Creating Meaningful Relationships in Random Places

    December 5, 2017

    7 things I miss about living in (Granada) Spain

    November 16, 2023

    When Do You Actually Need a Lawyer in Spain? (It Depends Who You Are and Who You Ask)

    September 26, 2026
  • Food,  Preparing

    What is tinto de verano?

    July 31, 2018 /

    Have you heard of the summery Spanish drink tinto de verano? We’ve put together an article to help you understand more about what it is and how you can order it.

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    Maintaining the Mediterranean Diet

    May 5, 2020

    What Does “Buen Provecho” Mean?

    August 3, 2018

    Help! What is happening with the service?

    October 6, 2017
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