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  • 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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  • 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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    January 16, 2018

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    June 6, 2026

    How Dani Ended Up Living Abroad

    January 26, 2021
  • 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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  • 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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    Managing Reverse Culture Shock

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    Our Ultimate Guide to Christmas in Spain

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  • 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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  • 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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    February 25, 2018
  • 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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  • 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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    November 10, 2018

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    November 18, 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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  • 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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    Being Friends with the Opposite Sex

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  • 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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    May 22, 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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