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    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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    Making the Most of Food Markets while Traveling Abroad

    August 17, 2018

    What You Need to Know about Valencia

    January 21, 2018

    What You Need to Know About Granada

    October 29, 2019
  • 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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    What Does “Buen Provecho” Mean?

    August 3, 2018

    What You Need to Know About Oviedo

    October 18, 2021

    Best Wine Regions in Spain

    October 19, 2023
  • 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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    Being Home: A Reflection on the Ups and Downs of Moving Abroad

    May 9, 2021

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

    March 16, 2021

    A Beginner’s Guide to Spanish Christmas Foods

    December 21, 2021
  • 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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    7 Steps to a Successful Peluquería Trip (Getting a Haircut in Spain)

    September 8, 2020

    Finding your Food Favorite Places While Abroad (in Spain)

    April 9, 2019

    Adapting to a New Culture: Dani’s Experiences

    August 25, 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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    Using a Public Bathroom in Spain

    October 29, 2020

    An Interview with Monta Lio (An Aussie-Spanish Band)

    May 26, 2020

    How to: Use Correos (Part II)

    September 21, 2018
  • 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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    An Introduction to Spanish Bullfighting

    May 22, 2018

    What they don’t tell NALCAP Teachers about País Vasco

    March 7, 2026

    7 things I miss about living in (Granada) Spain

    November 16, 2023
  • 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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    A Letter to Myself Before I Moved Abroad (Claudia)

    October 25, 2018

    Getting out there―Being Socially Awkward while Abroad

    January 21, 2021

    Accepting Others’ Journeys

    December 7, 2017
  • 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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    How to: Communicate with Someone who has Limited English

    October 5, 2018

    Learn Spanish: When Do I Use ‘Usted?’

    January 22, 2019

    Understanding Spain’s Policy on Coronavirus

    June 30, 2020
  • 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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    What do teachers in Spain wear?

    August 21, 2018

    Help! What is happening with the service?

    October 6, 2017

    Traditions: Catalan Christmas

    December 8, 2020
  • 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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    7 things I like about living in Finland

    November 23, 2023

    What is el Día de Reyes Magos in Spain

    January 6, 2019

    Help: Why is Everything in Spain Closed in August?

    July 27, 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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    Work-to-Live vs. Live-to-Work

    September 24, 2019

    Six Stereotypes of Spain Debunked

    March 3, 2020

    What is el Día de Andalucía (Day of Andalusia)

    February 3, 2019
  • 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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    6 ways to sharpen your soft skills by living in Spain

    March 16, 2023

    Expat Life in Logroño

    November 30, 2021

    My First Time…At an Intercambio

    December 1, 2017
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