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    What are my options for returning to Spain?

    February 20, 2018 /

    Are you past the point of studying abroad during your undergraduate years, but still looking for options to live abroad in Spain? This article is the right one for you as we'll dive into the basics of teaching, studying, and working abroad.

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    Moving Abroad to Spain as a Family: An Interview

    August 17, 2021

    Choosing Your Spanish Wine and Wine-based Drinks

    July 11, 2019

    Help! I Need to Replace my Butano

    April 16, 2019
  • 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! 

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    A Conversation with Expat Coach and Psychologist Gabriela

    August 27, 2020

    Maneuvering Menopause Abroad

    October 5, 2021

    Confessions: I don’t buy into traditional gift giving

    December 21, 2023
  • 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! 

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    What You Need to Know About Cáceres

    May 19, 2019

    Semana Santa in Spain

    March 23, 2021

    I’ll Never Truly be Spanish…

    November 19, 2019
  • 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!

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    Traveling by Train through Spain

    August 29, 2019

    Snapshots of Spain during Semana Santa

    April 1, 2018

    How I Travel Alone

    October 12, 2017
  • 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.

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    Living in Spanish is Tiring

    September 1, 2020

    Why You Should Travel Alone

    October 3, 2017

    Find Your Why for Being Abroad

    October 10, 2019
  • 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!

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    Benefits of Cultural Competences

    April 26, 2018

    Spanish Style Eating

    October 1, 2020

    Snapshots of Spain (Announcing Dani’s Book)

    September 21, 2021
  • 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

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    What are my options for returning to Spain?

    February 20, 2018

    Easy Spanish for Asking for Directions (and Giving Directions)

    November 2, 2021

    Choosing between a Homestay and Student Residence

    July 30, 2019
  • 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!

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    How to: Celebrate Birthdays in Spain

    June 19, 2018

    How I Survive Spain’s Fish with Bones

    February 5, 2019

    Why Are You Abroad Anyways?

    October 8, 2019
  • 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! 

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    An Introduction to Catalan Politics

    June 23, 2020

    What You Need to Know about Santiago de Compostela

    January 14, 2018

    What You Need to Know About Granada

    October 29, 2019
  • 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. 

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    Día de Santiago in Spain

    July 21, 2019

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

    September 24, 2019

    Traditions: Los Reyes Magos

    December 26, 2019
  • 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! 

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    CIEE’s Teach English in Spain Programs

    September 4, 2018

    A Beginner’s Guide to Spanish Christmas Foods

    December 21, 2021

    At Home Anywhere: Journaling and Reflections

    April 30, 2020
  • 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). 

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

    February 14, 2026

    How Don Quijote Became a Teen Mom

    February 19, 2019

    Choosing Your Coffee in Spain

    July 2, 2019
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