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    Cómo Aprender Español: Cómo Pensar en Español

    April 25, 2021 /

    In the sixth episode of Cómo Aprender Español: Entrevistas con Expertos, Claudia talks with Guada from Spanish with Guada about why it is important to think in Spanish as well as some top tips for being able to do so.

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  • Food,  Preparing

    How to: Make Spanish Tortilla de Patatas

    April 15, 2021 /

    Tortilla de patatas is a Spanish classic but what is the history behind it and how can you make one at home? This article helps you understand one of Spain’s most popular dishes and includes our favorite recipe.

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    June 28, 2021

    How to: Properly Prepare a Tostada de Tomate

    April 29, 2021
  • How to,  Thriving

    How to: Bridge the Language Gap

    April 8, 2021 /

    When trying to communicate with someone with a different native language than yours, it’s easy to get stuck in the language gap. In this article we discuss six tactics that will help you bridge the gap and overcome this obstacle.

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  • Living Abroad,  Travel

    Living and Traveling in Spain as a Black Person: An Interview with Somto

    April 6, 2021 /

    Being Black can impact your living abroad and traveling experiences in Spain. While we are not experts when it comes to this topic, we have interviewed someone who is. In this interview we talk with Somto of the Somto Seeks blog about being a Black traveler and expat.

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    My Real Life in Spain

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    January 19, 2021

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    April 13, 2023
  • Culture

    Domingo de Resurrección in Spain

    April 1, 2021 /

    Domingo de Resurrección, or Easter Sunday, is a very important holiday in Spain and so we’re sharing the information you’ll want to know about how it’s celebrated and how you can get involved.

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    June 16, 2020

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    November 12, 2019
  • Culture,  Preparing

    Semana Santa: Who You See in Processions

    March 30, 2021 /

    In order to help you understand a bit more about the processions you'll find in Spain during Semana Santa, we have compiled some background information about the major players you'll see in a procession.

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    January 26, 2018

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  • Culture

    Is Semana Santa 2021 Happening in Spain?

    March 25, 2021 /

    As we find ourselves still in a global pandemic in 2021, you may be wondering what is actually happening this year in Spain during Semana Santa. Here’s what is (and what’s not) going on.

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  • Culture

    Semana Santa in Spain

    March 23, 2021 /

    Semana Santa, or the Holy Week leading up to Easter, is a special time in Spain. This is the first post of our series on this holiday and it shares with you some of the basics of Spanish traditions related to Easter.

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  • Language Learning,  Living Abroad

    Cómo Aprender Español: Temas Tabúes

    March 21, 2021 /

    In the fifth episode of our Cómo Aprender Español video series, Dani speaks with Spanish teacher Anabel Fortes about taboo topics that are not usually discuss in the classroom, but that are very important in our real lives.

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  • Adapting,  How to,  Living Abroad

    Top Six Things You Should Know When Visiting a Doctor in Spain

    March 16, 2021 /

    Feeling a little nervous about visiting the doctor while living abroad in Spain? We’ve been there and that is why we are sharing our top tips and important vocabulary to know when visiting the doctor.

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    Life is in the Street in Spain

    May 21, 2019

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    May 1, 2018

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    January 19, 2021
  • Culture

    The Signficance of Pomegranates in Granada

    March 11, 2021 /

    The pomegranate is considered the symbol of Granada, but do you know why? The history and folklore goe far beyond just a translation. Learn all about the possible connections here.

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    May 24, 2018

    Cultural Competence Part II (Evaluating Yourself)

    March 22, 2018
  • Culture,  Travel

    Neighborhoods of Granada Guide

    March 9, 2021 /

    In this guide we explore the ten main neighborhoods, or districts, of Granada that you should know and what you can expect to find in each area.

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    February 3, 2019
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