Sincerely, Spain Sincerely, Spain

  • ABOUT US
    • ABOUT CLAUDIA
    • ABOUT DANI
  • COACHING
  • WORK WITH US
  • SUBSCRIBE
  • Blog
  • ABOUT US
    • ABOUT CLAUDIA
    • ABOUT DANI
  • COACHING
  • WORK WITH US
  • SUBSCRIBE
  • Blog
  • Adapting
  • Balance
  • Confessions
  • Culture
  • Expat Life in Spain
  • Food
  • How to
  • Language Learning
  • Living Abroad
  • Living Abroad in Finland
  • Preparing
  • Study Abroad
  • Thriving
  • Travel
  • Uncategorized
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Confessions: I am a Serial Friender

    February 15, 2018 /

    Making friends everywhere you go is hard! That's why I would consider myself to be a serial friender. What does that mean? Check out this article to see! 

    Read More...

    Related Posts

    Confessions: I don’t buy into traditional gift giving

    December 21, 2023

    Why I’m Thankful for my Abroad Experience

    November 26, 2019

    Navigating Expat Life: Building Community as New Parents

    October 17, 2024
  • Culture,  Preparing

    Martes 13

    February 13, 2018 /

    Did you know that today (Tuesday the 13th) is the equivalent to Friday the 13th back home? Learn about martes 13 and how it came to be in this post! 

    Read More...

    Related Posts

    Learning How to Drive in Spain (Part 1 – The Basics)

    February 14, 2026

    An Introduction to Spanish Ferias

    April 6, 2018

    Introduction to Reverse Culture Shock

    June 1, 2018
  • Travel

    What You Need to Know about Valladolid

    February 11, 2018 /

    Looking for a unique destination full of history, architecture, and one of the oldest universities in the world? Don't underestimate the capital of Castilla y León—Valladolid!

    Read More...

    Related Posts

    What you need to know about Toledo

    November 5, 2017

    Visiting the Consuegra Windmills: Everything You Need to Know

    March 11, 2018

    What You Need to Know About Granada

    October 29, 2019
  • Balance,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Six Strategies for Managing Unstructured Time

    February 8, 2018 /

    Sometimes living abroad comes with more unstructured time than you're used to. In order to help you make the most of this opportunity, I'm sharing six strategies that I've been using to improve my time management.

    Read More...

    Related Posts

    Why You Should Travel Alone

    October 3, 2017

    Neither 100% Spanish, nor 100% American

    November 24, 2019

    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2023)

    January 19, 2023
  • Culture,  Travel

    What is the Carnaval de Cádiz?

    February 4, 2018 /

    Did you know it's almost time for Carnaval? If you weren't aware, you're definitely going to want to check out our overview of one of Spain's most popular festivals. Get your costume ready!

    Read More...

    Related Posts

    Catholic but not Catholic

    December 3, 2019

    What to Expect when Making Plans with Spaniards

    January 19, 2021

    What you should know about Washington Irving

    June 10, 2018
  • How to,  Thriving

    How to: Deal with People Speaking to You in English

    February 1, 2018 /

    When you've been doing everything you can to improve and practice your Spanish, it can be really disheartening and frustrating when others switch to English in order to engage with you. However, it's not always personal! For our insights and tips

    Read More...

    Related Posts

    How to Make: Spanish-Style Coffee at Home

    June 2, 2021

    Where Can I Buy That? Stuff Edition

    November 19, 2020

    How to: Choose the Best Bla Bla Car

    January 9, 2018
  • Adapting,  How to,  Living Abroad

    How to: Survive Without a Dryer

    January 30, 2018 /

    Have you been feeling like not having a dryer is really throwing off your clothes-washing process? Don't worry, we've all been there but have picked up some tips along the way to help you adapt to the Spanish way, tenderos and all!

    Read More...

    Related Posts

    How to: order beer in Spain

    July 9, 2019

    PDA is Everywhere in Spain

    May 8, 2018

    How To Survive Your First Year Living Abroad

    January 11, 2024
  • Travel

    What You Need to Know about Ronda

    January 28, 2018 /

    Whether it is a rushed two hours or a whole weekend, Ronda is a must-see in Andalucía. We recommend a day to enjoy it all! Check out our tips! 

    Read More...

    Related Posts

    Travel Essentials for a Weekend Away

    September 28, 2018

    What You Should Know About Murcia

    March 10, 2019

    What You Need to Know about Valladolid

    February 11, 2018
  • Culture,  Preparing

    What Does “Vale” Actually Mean?!

    January 26, 2018 /

    Vale is a word you will hear all the time once you get to Spain but did they cover it in your Spanish class? Check out what it means in this article. 

    Read More...

    Related Posts

    Catholic but not Catholic

    December 3, 2019

    Help! I’m Suffering Mini Culture Shocks

    March 26, 2019

    Best Wine Regions in Spain

    October 19, 2023
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    How to: Volunteer in Spain

    January 25, 2018 /

    Have you thought about how you will make an impact on your new community. Check out this article for Claudia's tips on how to volunteer when abroad in Spain! 

    Read More...

    Related Posts

    Finding your Food Favorite Places While Abroad (in Spain)

    April 9, 2019

    How I maintain my Spanish without living in a Spanish speaking country

    June 20, 2024

    CIEE’s Teach English in Spain Programs

    September 4, 2018
  • Adapting,  How to,  Living Abroad

    Using a Shower in Spain

    January 23, 2018 /

    You may think that showering is pretty straightforward, regardless of the country you are in. But there are a few things you find different in Spain (and Europe in general). 

    Read More...

    Related Posts

    Help: Why is Everything in Spain Closed in August?

    July 27, 2018

    Managing Reverse Culture Shock

    June 5, 2018

    Creating Spanish Friendship Through Food and Drink

    July 16, 2019
  • Travel

    What You Need to Know about Valencia

    January 21, 2018 /

    This week we are heading to the coast to Valencia. Have you been? Have you tried their traditional food (hint, paella is originally from Valencia). Check out our recommendations and tips! 

    Read More...

    Related Posts

    How to: Eat Pintxos in Bilbao

    July 24, 2018

    What You Need to Know About Salamanca

    November 19, 2017

    How to Make a Couchsurfing Profile

    July 18, 2017
2728293031

Sincerely, Spain

We're Dani and Claudia, two American expats with a love of Spain. Let us be your guide to Spanish culture, language-learning, living abroad.

Recent Posts

  • Our Step-by-Step Plan to Move to Spain on the Digital Nomad Visa
  • Confessions: I’m No Longer Seeking Balance
  • What they don’t tell NALCAP Teachers about País Vasco
  • Learning How to Drive in Spain (Part 1 – The Basics)
  • Redefining Ourselves in New Life Stages
Sign-up for blog post updates

Categories

  • Adapting (105)
  • Balance (40)
  • Confessions (58)
  • Culture (122)
  • Expat Life in Spain (14)
  • Food (45)
  • How to (108)
  • Language Learning (71)
  • Living Abroad (159)
  • Living Abroad in Finland (5)
  • Preparing (115)
  • Study Abroad (26)
  • Thriving (131)
  • Travel (128)
  • Uncategorized (1)

Tags

Adapting Claudia Culture Dani How to International Language Learning Living Abroad My life Preparing Soñando Sunday Spain Spanish Study Abroad Teaching Abroad Thriving Tips Travel Traveler Understanding

Privacy Policy

Disclosure Statement

© SINCERELY, SPAIN, 2026. UNAUTHORIZED USE AND/OR DUPLICATION OF THIS MATERIAL WITHOUT EXPRESS AND WRITTEN PERMISSION FROM THIS SITE’S AUTHORS AND/OR OWNER IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. EXCERPTS AND LINKS MAY BE USED, PROVIDED THAT FULL AND CLEAR CREDIT IS GIVEN TO SINCERELY, SPAIN WITH APPROPRIATE AND SPECIFIC DIRECTION TO THE ORIGINAL CONTENT.