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    Easy Spanish for Asking for Directions (and Giving Directions)

    November 2, 2021 /

    Whether you’ll be in Spain for a short or long time, there’s a good chance you’ll need to ask for directions. Check out this guide with tons of tips, vocab, and things you should know.

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    July 15, 2017

    A Quick Guide to a Spanish Tapas-Inspired Snack Night

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    Make the Most of Studying Virtually

    April 9, 2020
  • Culture,  Living Abroad

    Snapshots of Spain (Announcing Dani’s Book)

    September 21, 2021 /

    Have you heard? Dani’s releasing her second book this week and it’s a collection of short stories all about expat life in Spain! Check out this post for the details and a tour of the stories’ Spanish destinations.

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    An Introduction to Spanish Ferias

    April 6, 2018

    Who is Lady of Almudena?

    November 7, 2019

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    March 17, 2019
  • Confessions,  Thriving

    Confessions: Sometimes I Feel Alone

    September 14, 2021 /

    Even with everything going on, it is normal for me to feel alone. This is how I am currently looking at this situation―what do you think? 

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    Our Personal Experiences with Bullfighting

    May 24, 2018

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    May 20, 2021

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  • How to,  Living Abroad

    Giving Birth as an Expat in Spain – Insights from a Doula

    September 7, 2021 /

    If you are an expat who plans to give birth in Spain, it can be very overwhelming to embark on this journey in a different culture and language. Thankfully, Madison (the Doula in Madrid) has put together this incredible resource for expectant mothers.

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    How to: Make the Most of Your Summer Abroad

    July 5, 2018

    Visiting Madrid with a baby: Travel tips from Spanish father and founder of AI Travel Planner

    April 11, 2024

    Embracing Your Empowered Expat Woman

    May 23, 2024
  • How to,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    Managing Finances for a Short-term Stay in Spain

    August 23, 2021 /

    Have you thought about how you're going to manage your banking transactions and international transfers while living in Spain? Read our top four recommendations for managing finances during a short-term stay.

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    Making the Most of Your Host Family Experience

    May 28, 2019

    Long-term Language Learning (Why and How)

    June 11, 2020

    When and How do I Give ‘Dos Besos’?

    January 9, 2020
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    It’s Okay to be Creepy!

    August 9, 2021 /

    Do you feel like something's missing from your abroad experience? Like you just can't make the new friendships and connections you were hoping to find here in Spain? Maybe you're just not being creepy enough!

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    Top Tips for Living Abroad in Spain

    April 17, 2018

    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2018)

    January 4, 2018

    Studying a Degree in Spain (Part II)

    March 1, 2018
  • Culture,  Travel

    Who is Antoni Gaudí?

    July 26, 2021 /

    Antoni Gaudí is perhaps the most prolific architect from Spain. If you’re visiting Barcelona (or a few other places around Cataluña and the rest of Spain) you’ll want to know his story, influences, and legacy!

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    How To: Buy a Flamenco Dress for Sevilla’s “Feria de abril”

    April 13, 2018
  • Balance,  Thriving

    Celebrating Our Four Year Blog Anniversary

    July 15, 2021 /

    SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS! As we close our fourth year of running Sincerely, Spain we invite you to celebrate with us and check out some of the new resources and changes we have coming up.

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    January 19, 2023

    Taking All Your Classes in Spanish

    January 19, 2018
  • Confessions,  Thriving

    Lessons Learned in Four Years of Blogging

    July 13, 2021 /

    Over the four years we’ve run Sincerely, Spain we’ve grown and learned a lot. Here are six of the most important lessons that the adventure of running this blog together has taught us.

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    April 30, 2020

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    December 31, 2020

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    March 21, 2026
  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    Studying Spanish at a Language School in Spain

    July 6, 2021 /

    Different people thrive in different environments, and the way you learn a language isn't going to be the same for you as someone else. One of the options you should consider is a language school...

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    March 19, 2020

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    April 16, 2020
  • Culture,  Food

    What’s the Difference Between Gazpacho and Salmorejo?

    July 1, 2021 /

    Gazpacho and salmorejo are both cold soups that are popular in Spain, but do you know the difference between them? We’re diving into how their ingredients differ, how to garnish each, and when to serve these dishes for an authentic andaluz experience.

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    My Experience with Coffee in Spain

    July 7, 2019

    What is this “Name Day” Tradition in Spain?

    November 5, 2019

    Cultural Competence Part II (Evaluating Yourself)

    March 22, 2018
  • Adapting,  Food,  How to

    What to Expect at Sunday Lunch in Spain

    June 28, 2021 /

    Eating is one of Spain's greatest past-times and it’s an honor to get invited to a friend’s family meal. Still, it can be overwhelming to go eat lunch with a new family. Here are our top tips for Sunday afternoon lunch in Spain, an affair that you shouldn’t miss!

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    Confessions: That Three Month Feeling

    December 19, 2017

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    November 23, 2018

    Dealing with Lockdown Productivity Frustrations

    May 21, 2020
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