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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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    My Experience with Eating Outdoors in Spain

    July 28, 2019

    How to: Balance Healthy Eating while Living Alone

    April 13, 2021

    What to Expect at Sunday Lunch in Spain

    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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    Moving Abroad to Spain as a Family: An Interview

    August 17, 2021

    20 Small but Surprising Differences You’ll Find in Spain

    August 31, 2018

    At Home Anywhere: Journaling and Reflections

    April 30, 2020
  • 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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    Tips for Teaching Virtually (One-on-One Classes)

    April 7, 2020

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

    March 16, 2021

    What does ‘Poco a poco’ Mean!?

    May 12, 2020
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    How I Talked to my Family About Moving Abroad (Dani)

    May 3, 2018 /

    Conveying the reasons behind your decision to move abroad can be difficult, especially when it comes to your family. Here’s Dani’s story of how she has worked through this with her parents.

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    Mental Health Resources while Abroad

    June 4, 2020

    I’ll Never Truly be American Again Either

    November 21, 2019

    A Conversation with Expat Coach and Psychologist Gabriela

    August 27, 2020
  • Culture

    Who is Don Quixote

    April 29, 2018 /

    Understanding Don Quixote is to understand Spain, one of the greatest novels ever written, and idealism all in one. It sounds like a tall order, but we’ll break it down to the basics in this post.

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    The Integration of the Elderly into Spanish Society

    May 29, 2018

    7 things I like about living in Finland

    November 23, 2023

    How to: Use WhatsApp in Spain

    April 22, 2021
  • Living Abroad,  Preparing,  Study Abroad

    Top Tips for Living Abroad in Spain

    April 17, 2018 /

    Have you just decided to move abroad to Spain and don't really know where to begin with preparing yourself? This article is the perfect place to start!

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    Using a Public Bathroom in Spain

    October 29, 2020

    Learning Spanish through storytelling: the shortcut to fluency

    March 14, 2024

    Traditions: Catalan Christmas

    December 8, 2020
  • Adapting,  Culture,  How to

    How To: Buy a Flamenco Dress for Sevilla’s “Feria de abril”

    April 13, 2018 /

    One of the things that might make you stand out as a foreigner is the way you dress, especially at special occasions. Today Caroline is sharing her tips and tricks for buying a dress for the Feria in Sevilla so you don't stand out so much. 

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    7 Steps to a Successful Peluquería Trip (Getting a Haircut in Spain)

    September 8, 2020

    Understanding the Beer Culture in Spain

    April 2, 2019

    What to Expect when Making Plans with Spaniards

    January 19, 2021
  • Culture,  Language Learning,  Preparing

    Learning-English Culture in Spain

    April 10, 2018 /

    Did you know that Spanish universities now have a language requirement? It's one of the biggest factors behind Spain's B1-obsession. But is it really for the best?

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    Traditions: Catalan Christmas

    December 8, 2020

    Cultural Competence Part II (Evaluating Yourself)

    March 22, 2018

    Work-to-Live vs. Live-to-Work

    September 24, 2019
  • Culture

    Who is Pedro Almodóvar

    April 8, 2018 /

    Spanish film director Pedro Almodóvar has created an international presence for himself. Check out this article to learn more! 

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    The Days of Semana Santa

    April 14, 2019

    To Party or Not to Party

    October 26, 2017

    Introduction to Reverse Culture Shock

    June 1, 2018
  • Culture,  Preparing

    An Introduction to Spanish Ferias

    April 6, 2018 /

    If you're going to be around for the warm months here in Spain, you're definitely going to want to experience a feria or two. Be sure to check out the basics in this article so you know what to expect!

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    Traditions: Christmas Lunch/Dinner in Spain

    December 10, 2020

    Introduction to Reverse Culture Shock

    June 1, 2018

    What is the Carnaval de Cádiz?

    February 4, 2018
  • Living Abroad,  Travel

    Snapshots of Spain during Semana Santa

    April 1, 2018 /

    After a week of hype about Semana Santa here in Spain, we'd like to share some photos and give you a glimpse of what this week was like for Dani.

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    Relocating to Madrid: A Specialist’s Insights into Apartment-Hunting

    September 21, 2023

    Living with Spanish Roommates

    August 1, 2019

    Using a Public Bathroom in Spain

    October 29, 2020
  • Food,  Preparing

    Seasonings and Spices in Spain

    March 23, 2018 /

    Spanish kitchens are usually full of mothers and grandmothers (sometimes fathers too!) doing their thing, creating delicious, traditional food. Check out this post for the basic spices and seasonings that are used.

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    July 24, 2018

    What is a Roscón de Reyes in Spain?

    January 2, 2020

    A Beginner’s Guide to Spanish Ham (Jamón)

    May 14, 2019
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