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  • 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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    March 10, 2020

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    May 21, 2020
  • 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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    Cultural Competence Part II (Evaluating Yourself)

    March 22, 2018

    Understanding the Weather in Spain

    July 25, 2019

    Student-Teacher Relationships in Spain (Part I)

    June 8, 2018
  • 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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    Expressions: When and How to Use “Hasta…”

    June 25, 2019

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    January 12, 2018
  • 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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    Language Learning: Watching T.V. or Movies

    March 19, 2020

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    What You Need to Know About the DELE Exam

    August 4, 2020
  • 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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    A Quick Guide to a Spanish Tapas-Inspired Snack Night

    May 6, 2021

    How to: Use Couchsurfing (as a Guest)

    July 15, 2017

    How to: Communicate with Someone who has Limited English

    October 5, 2018
  • Adapting,  Culture

    Culture Shock in Spain Stories from around the Globe

    July 26, 2020 /

    Are you wondering about the types of culture shock people face when they move abroad to Spain? Today we have four guest writers who are sharing their insights into what surprised them most when they moved abroad.

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    How to: Get a Phone (Number) in Spain

    April 20, 2021

    Lexa’s Personal Experience Teaching English in Spain

    March 20, 2018

    What Does “No hay de qué” Mean?

    February 26, 2019
  • Living Abroad,  Preparing

    An Introduction to Culture Shock

    July 23, 2020 /

    What does it mean to have culture shock? Is it 'good' or 'bad?' This article provides a brief description of culture shock and the four phases you will most probably go through as you begin to settle into your new home.

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    Spanish Expressions in Everyday Life: El Mundo es un Pañuelo

    September 13, 2018

    Snapshots of Spain during Semana Santa

    April 1, 2018

    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2021)

    December 29, 2020
  • Travel

    Day Trips from Madrid

    July 16, 2020 /

    Madrid is an incredibly popular destination in Spain, but if you have extra time you should really get outside the city. Here are ten great day trip recommendations!

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    What You Need to Know about Córdoba

    March 4, 2018

    What You Need to Know Before You Rent a Boat AirBnB

    June 2, 2019

    How to: Choose the Best Bla Bla Car

    January 9, 2018
  • Travel

    Day Trips from Malaga

    July 14, 2020 /

    There are many beautiful places to visit just a quick car/train/bus-ride (or even bike ride!) away from Malaga. Here are 10 of our favorites if you will be spending a long time in the city and looking to branch out.

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    March 3, 2019
  • Travel

    Day Trips from Granada

    July 9, 2020 /

    If you have some extra time while visiting Granada, we highly recommend a day trip to one of these ten destinations.

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    November 9, 2018

    What to see in Tuscany

    August 26, 2018
  • Travel

    Traveling to Spain? What You Need to Know about COVID-19 Precautions

    July 2, 2020 /

    Spain has recently opened its borders to international travelers, but tourism will be different this year. Read up on the procedures in place and the rules travelers are required to follow.

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    May 5, 2019

    How to: Travel with Budget Airlines

    July 20, 2018

    Visiting the The Sagrada Familia: Everything You Need to Know

    July 15, 2018
  • Adapting

    Understanding Spain’s Policy on Coronavirus

    June 30, 2020 /

    In recent weeks, there have been a lot of changes in Spain in terms of the approach to de-escalating the COVID-19 pandemic. This resource will help you understand the different phases and current rules.

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    Managing Reverse Culture Shock

    June 5, 2018

    What does “Tirar la Casa por la Ventana” Mean?

    February 25, 2021

    How to: Celebrate Birthdays in Spain

    June 19, 2018
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