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  • How to,  Language Learning

    Language-Learning Before You Move Abroad for Every Level

    June 17, 2021 /

    This extensive list of unconventional recommendations for language-learning are broken down into different categories of great ways to incorporate Spanish into your everday life. Perfect for anyone who wants to learn or brush up on their Spanish before a move abroad.

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  • Adapting,  Food,  How to

    How to Make: Spanish-Style Coffee at Home

    June 2, 2021 /

    Have you noticed how 'normal' drip-coffee makers are pretty much nowhere to be found in Spanish households? You might wonder how one makes coffee then!? Trust us, they've got a good system and we're here to walk you through the process!

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    What Does it Mean to Intercambio?

    October 13, 2020

    How to: Cheaply Send a Package to Spain

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    Best Sites for Finding an Apartment in Spain

    August 8, 2019
  • Culture,  Thriving

    Coffee Culture in Spain

    May 31, 2021 /

    Coffee is important for people around the world. However, how we celebrate coffee is different. Today we are diving into the coffee culture in Spain with a short video explaining the main things you should know.

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    What is el Día de San José in Spain

    March 17, 2019

    Traditions: Mantecados and Polvorones (Spanish Christmas Sweets)

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    What Semana Santa Means to Me: An Interview with a Granadina

    April 5, 2020
  • Living Abroad,  Travel

    An Introduction to ETA (Basque Separatist Terrorism)

    May 27, 2021 /

    We are talking politics again on the blog as we try to learn understand more about ETA, the (once extremist) group that fought for years for Basque Independence. 

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    Learning Spanish through storytelling: the shortcut to fluency

    March 14, 2024

    Where Can I Buy That? Stuff Edition

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    At Home Anywhere: A Book Review

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  • How to,  Language Learning

    The Ultimate Guide to Learning Spanish: Season One Round-up

    May 23, 2021 /

    To wrap up season one of the Cómo Aprender Español: Entrevistas con Expertos series, we’ve compiled all of the videos in one place so you can binge-watch these interviews created to help you learn Spanish.

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    How to: Survive Without a Dryer

    January 30, 2018

    How to: Recover from Accidentally Being Rude… in Another Culture

    June 6, 2019

    Top Tips for the Auxiliares Application Process

    December 28, 2018
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Coming to Terms with “No Pasa Nada”

    May 20, 2021 /

    When I first arrived in Spain I was enamored with their laid-back “no pasa nada” attitude but as time has gone on it’s become more difficult to embrace. Today I’m fessing up to the ways in which I’ll never “be no pasa nada” and why.

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    At Home Anywhere: Journaling and Reflections

    April 30, 2020

    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2020)

    January 12, 2020

    Accepting My Own Journey (Claudia)

    June 21, 2018
  • Culture,  Preparing

    What Does “No Pasa Nada” Actually Mean!?

    May 18, 2021 /

    Once you arrive in Spain, you are sure to hear "no pasa nada" all of the time. But like so many useful expressions, the real meaning of no pasa nada can be difficult to grasp. That's why we'd like to share our insights on what it means.

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    Traditions: Christmas Lunch/Dinner in Spain

    December 10, 2020

    Semana Santa in Spain

    March 23, 2021

    What is the Mediterranean Diet?

    October 15, 2019
  • Culture,  Preparing

    Drinking Culture in Spain

    May 13, 2021 /

    Does it seem like we're talking about alcohol a little too lightly or a little too much? Perhaps it's just the different drinking culture we're used to here in Spain―allow us to explain.

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    How to: Tapas in Granada

    October 22, 2019

    What is Día de la Constitución or December 6th holidays?

    December 5, 2019

    Understanding the Weather in Spain

    July 25, 2019
  • Culture,  Preparing

    A Smoking Culture

    May 11, 2021 /

    The way Europeans view smoking is stereotypically different than Americans. Check out this article to see what we think about Spanish smoking styles and what you should know if moving abroad to Spain .

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    The Signficance of Pomegranates in Granada

    March 11, 2021

    Our Personal Experiences with Bullfighting

    May 24, 2018

    Different Regions in Spain

    January 30, 2020
  • Food,  How to

    A Quick Guide to a Spanish Tapas-Inspired Snack Night

    May 6, 2021 /

    Whether you’re a lover of Spanish cuisine or looking to try the Mediterranean food for the first time, this how-to guide for creating a Spanish tapas-inspired snack night or picnic is for you!

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    Easy and Healthy Spanish Recipes

    May 7, 2020

    How to: Properly Prepare a Tostada de Tomate

    April 29, 2021

    How to: Balance Healthy Eating while Living Alone

    April 13, 2021
  • Balance,  Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Confessions: I’m Still Learning How to Accept Who I am

    May 4, 2021 /

    Sometimes, living abroad can make you feel like your "two selves" are always at odds. However, it's important to reflect and embrace that maybe that's just the person you are! These are Dani’s thoughts over the past four years.

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  • Food,  How to,  Preparing

    How to: Properly Prepare a Tostada de Tomate

    April 29, 2021 /

    In Spain, you'll quickly learn that the tostada de tomate is the number one breakfast choice, but do you know the correct way to prepare it? We've got the details you need to know for when your are eating out or making it at home.

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    Maintaining the Mediterranean Diet

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    Help! What is happening with the service?

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