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    Your First Conversation with Your Host Family

    September 29, 2020 /

    Moving in with a family of strangers comes with a lot of uncertainties and you may be nervous just thinking about it! In this post we cover the common behaviors and questions you can expect from your host family so you can feel prepared.

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    How to: Choose the Best Bla Bla Car

    January 9, 2018
  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    What does it mean to be a ‘Guiri’

    September 15, 2020 /

    When you arrive in Spain you will probably hear the word guiri and, more disconcertingly, it will probably be directed at you. What does this mean? Read more to find out!

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    Cómo Aprender Español: Cómo Quitar el Miedo al Hablar

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    What does ‘Poco a poco’ Mean!?

    May 12, 2020

    Confessions: I don’t always have all the right words

    March 18, 2021
  • Living Abroad,  Preparing

    Which Health and Beauty Products Should I Bring to Spain?

    September 10, 2020 /

    When preparing to move abroad to Spain you may be worrying that you won’t be able to find any of your most-needed health and beauty products. Not to fear, we’ve done the hunting and gathered the prices for a lot of the items you’re wondering about.

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    CIEE’s Teach English in Spain Programs

    September 4, 2018

    At Home Anywhere: A Book Review

    April 28, 2020

    An Introduction to ETA (Basque Separatist Terrorism)

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  • Adapting,  How to

    7 Steps to a Successful Peluquería Trip (Getting a Haircut in Spain)

    September 8, 2020 /

    Getting a haircut can be a stressful experience no matter where you, although doing so in Spain―in another language―can be even more intimidating. Fear not! With these tips you'll be a pro at the hair salon in no time!

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    Using a Shower in Spain

    January 23, 2018

    Creating Meaningful Relationships in Random Places

    December 5, 2017

    What to Expect from Spanish Bikers

    May 1, 2018
  • Balance,  Thriving

    Living in Spanish is Tiring

    September 1, 2020 /

    Just having to do mundane things in another place can me more difficult due to language and cultural differences. My experience is do what you can and rest when you can't do any more! Good luck!

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    To Party or Not to Party

    October 26, 2017

    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2021)

    December 29, 2020

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    January 19, 2023
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad

    A Conversation with Expat Coach and Psychologist Gabriela

    August 27, 2020 /

    We sat down with expat coach and psychologist Gabriela Encina to discuss expat anxiety, expat loneliness, getting professional support, and more. Here’s what we learned.

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    At Home Anywhere: Journaling and Reflections

    April 30, 2020

    Maneuvering Menopause Abroad

    October 5, 2021

    3 Lessons Learned After Moving to Spain

    December 28, 2021
  • Adapting,  Living Abroad

    Adapting to a New Culture: Dani’s Experiences

    August 25, 2020 /

    Adapting is hard. In this post we share Dani’s experience on adapting to a new culture, some ups and downs, and tips for finding your own way while living abroad in a new country.

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    Confessions: Feeling Imposter Syndrome at Work (While Living Abroad)

    June 22, 2023

    An Introduction to the Job Situation in Spain

    January 14, 2020

    Easy Spanish for Shopping at a Supermarket

    October 24, 2019
  • Adapting,  Living Abroad

    Adapting to a New Culture: Claudia’s Experiences

    August 20, 2020 /

    Adapting is hard. In this post we share Claudia’s experience on adapting to a new culture, some ups and downs, and tips for finding your own way while living abroad in a new country.

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  • Culture

    What is Cultural Transition? and How to Deal with it

    August 13, 2020 /

    The process of expanding your skill set to more deeply understand a culture different from your own can be tricky. Thankfully, guest writer Marta walks us through the process in detail, using the example of an expat adapting to Spain.

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    Oposiciones, Explained By a Spaniard

    February 23, 2020

    What is el Día de San José in Spain

    March 17, 2019

    An Introduction to the Spanish Political System

    June 25, 2020
  • Language Learning

    What You Need to Know About the DELE Exam

    August 4, 2020 /

    Do you want to know what, when, and how you are going to sign up for and prepare for the DELE exam, or the most recognized Spanish language Certification? In this article we cover everything you need to know to make sure you do it right!

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    Language Learning: Watching T.V. or Movies

    March 19, 2020

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    Airports in Spain

    July 30, 2020
  • Language Learning,  Travel

    Airports in Spain

    July 30, 2020 /

    We’re answering all the most common questions we get about plane travel in Spain. Plus, we’ve got the important Spanish expressions and vocabulary you’ll want to know at the airport!

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    Easy Spanish for Restaurants

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    Expressions: When and How to Use “Hasta…”

    June 25, 2019
  • How to,  Travel

    Master Packing for Every Length of Trip

    July 28, 2020 /

    Every length of trip calls for a different packing strategy. Do you know the questions to ask yourself in order to master this process? This article dives into those questions, outlines example packing lists, and includes a VIDEO demo.

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    January 30, 2018

    Going to the Movies in Spain

    June 11, 2019
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