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  • Culture,  Preparing

    Cultural Competence Part II (Evaluating Yourself)

    March 22, 2018 /

    This article dives into the self-evaluation part of cultural competences, and why this first step is an important one while trying to develop your skills and behaviors. 

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    January 14, 2020

    How to: Celebrate Birthdays in Spain

    June 19, 2018

    Snapshots of Spain (Announcing Dani’s Book)

    September 21, 2021
  • Adapting

    Lexa’s Personal Experience Teaching English in Spain

    March 20, 2018 /

    Today on the blog we have the pleasure of hosting Lexa from Sippin' Sangria as she shares from her journey as a volunteer English teacher in Spain. 

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    January 22, 2019

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    May 9, 2021
  • Travel

    What You Need to Know About Ceuta

    March 18, 2018 /

    Ceuta is one of Spain's autonomous cities in Africa and that's not the only thing that makes it unique! You're going to want to take in all the cultures, sea, and sun that you can.

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  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    This is My Life Now: Dani

    March 15, 2018 /

    We talk about a lot of different things on the blog, but we don't always invite you into our heads. This article focuses on what Dani is focusing on and thinking about at the moment.

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    November 21, 2019

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    June 21, 2018

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    June 7, 2018
  • Travel

    Visiting the Consuegra Windmills: Everything You Need to Know

    March 11, 2018 /

    Has Don Quixote and its musical and film adaptations got you itching to see a traditional Spanish windmill up close and in person? If so, we've got the perfect day-trip planned for you in Castilla-La Mancha!

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    An Introduction to ETA (Basque Separatist Terrorism)

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    July 29, 2018

    The Feria de Málaga

    July 22, 2018
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    This is My Life Now: Claudia

    March 8, 2018 /

    We talk about a lot of different things on the blog, but we don't always invite you into our heads. This article focuses on what Claudia is focusing on and thinking at the moment. 

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    November 21, 2019
  • Culture,  Travel

    What You Need to Know about Córdoba

    March 4, 2018 /

    Cordoba is not only known for its beautiful flower-filled festivals, it was also the capital of Al Andalus, the Moorish Iberian peninsula. You're definitely going to want to find out more about this intriguing Andalusian city. 

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    When and How do I Give ‘Dos Besos’?

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    February 4, 2018

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    July 27, 2018
  • Preparing

    What Does it Mean to “Be Spanish” (Not Being Spanish for Generations)

    March 2, 2018 /

    When I first arrived to Spain I didn't truly understand why people from different cultures weren't considered as 'Spanish'. However, after learning about the legal process I have a better comprenhension of why this is. 

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    June 1, 2018
  • Living Abroad,  Study Abroad,  Thriving

    Studying a Degree in Spain (Part II)

    March 1, 2018 /

    It's part two of the "Studying a Degree in Spain" series. Check out my interpretation of how this experience influences your personal and relationship-building qualities. 

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    April 17, 2018

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    January 23, 2018

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    August 20, 2020
  • Living Abroad,  Preparing

    Teaching English with Auxiliares

    February 27, 2018 /

    Aside from undergraduate study abroad programs, one of your best options for moving to Spain is to teach English with the government's Auxiliares program. Learn more about the basics, pros, and cons of this option in this article.

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    July 8, 2021

    Finding an Apartment in Spain

    August 11, 2019

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    May 4, 2021
  • Travel

    Visiting the Sierra Nevada: Everything you need to know

    February 25, 2018 /

    Looking for an exciting winter wonderland? Who knew you could find just that near Spain's Mediterranean coast! If you like skiing, snowboarding, or simply wandering in the snow, be sure to check out the Sierra Nevada!

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    August 4, 2019

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    July 20, 2018
  • Language Learning,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Studying a Degree in Spain (Part I)

    February 22, 2018 /

    When you decide to study your entire degree abroad, you are in for a shock (both good and bad). This article goes into the more academic/technical side of studying four years in Spain. 

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    April 23, 2019

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