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    What You Need to Know About Pamplona

    June 3, 2018 /

    Known for the running of the bulls, Pamplona, found in the province of Navarra is a beautiful city to visit. Wondersing what you should see while visiting?

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  • Living Abroad,  Study Abroad,  Thriving

    Caroline’s Personal Experience Living with a Host Family

    May 31, 2018 /

    Today on the blog we have the pleasure of hosting Caroline from Sippin' Sangria as she shares about her time living with a family in Spain—complete with some great tips for making the most out of YOUR experience!

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    August 11, 2019

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  • Culture,  Preparing

    The Integration of the Elderly into Spanish Society

    May 29, 2018 /

    Have you every been surprised with how the elderly in Spain appear in daily life? We were a little bit shocked as well and these are our reflections about this difference.

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  • Food,  Living Abroad

    A Beginner’s Guide to Spanish Cheeses

    May 25, 2018 /

    Here you’ll find a very basic introduction to the Spanish cheeses that you will likely encounter in your everyday life, complete with the unsensored (and unprofessional) evaluation of two guiris, or foreigners.

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    Sangria for a Spanish Summer (even if you’re across the pond)

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  • Confessions,  Culture

    Our Personal Experiences with Bullfighting

    May 24, 2018 /

    The debate about bullfighting is alive and well here in Spain. In this article we’d like to share our thoughts on the matter, from the perspective of Americans attending a bullfight in Spain.

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    October 6, 2019

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    December 28, 2021
  • Culture,  Preparing

    An Introduction to Spanish Bullfighting

    May 22, 2018 /

    Bullfighting is something that is hard for us to understand as it is something that is tied to the cultures that carry it out. This post is an introduction to history of the activity.

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    An Introduction to the Spanish School System

    September 26, 2019

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    January 14, 2020

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  • Travel

    Corpus Celebration in Granada

    May 20, 2018 /

    In the mood for a typical Andalusian feria—why not give Granada’s Corpus celebration further consideration? We’ve got the most important basics and pro-tips you need to know!

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  • Culture,  Thriving

    Cultural Competence Part III (Acquiring Competences)

    May 17, 2018 /

    We’ve talk about cultural competences before, but how do you integrate them into your daily life? See these five exercises to get your head in the right place for acquiring cultural competences.

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  • Travel

    What You Need to Know Abour Nerja

    May 13, 2018 /

    Nerja is one of the most well-known white villages along the Costa del Sol of Spain and it has plenty to offer. Check out the details to plan your trip here!

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  • Food,  How to,  Preparing

    How to: Make Paella like a Spaniard

    May 11, 2018 /

    Spain is known for its paella, but how much do you really know about this special dish? Join us as we dive into the this world.

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    June 28, 2021
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    How I Talked to my Family about Moving Abroad (Claudia)

    May 10, 2018 /

    Understanding why you want to go abroad for yourself can be difficult, so imagine trying to explain it to others. In this article, Claudia dives into how she talks about it with close friends and family.

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  • Adapting,  Culture

    PDA is Everywhere in Spain

    May 8, 2018 /

    Depending on where you come from the PDA, or public displays of affection, here in Spain may seem a little over-the-top. Check out this article for Dani’s thoughts on why the public intimacy seems normal here.

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