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  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    How Life Abroad Has Shifted my Perspective

    January 23, 2020 /

    Important life events and major changes often cause us to shift our perspective and life abroad has been no different for Dani. Read about how learning Spanish, teaching English, and living in Spain has changed her.

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    November 17, 2020

    How to: Use Correos (Part II)

    September 21, 2018

    Traditions: Catalan Christmas

    December 8, 2020
  • Adapting

    The Importance of Language

    January 21, 2020 /

    The words we use—but also the way in which we use them—matter! This post dives into three of the aspects of language we should pay attention to in order to communicate more effectively.

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    6 ways to sharpen your soft skills by living in Spain

    March 16, 2023

    How to: Use Correos (Part II)

    September 21, 2018

    Understanding Spain’s Policy on Coronavirus

    June 30, 2020
  • Culture,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    The Four Most Important Things to Know About Spanish Culture Before You Move Abroad

    January 7, 2020 /

    There’s so much to consider before you decide to move abroad. Check out this article for the most important aspects of Spanish culture you should understand when preparing to live abroad.

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    Making Friends as a Foreigner in Finland

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    Our Personal Experiences with Bullfighting

    May 24, 2018

    Who is Pedro Almodóvar

    April 8, 2018
  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    Easy Spanish for Shopping at a Clothing Store

    December 10, 2019 /

    In this edition of “Easy Spanish” we’re walking you through a clothes shopping trip, complete with the most common vocabulary you’ll need to ask and answer clothing-related questions.

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    June 9, 2020

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    Expressions: Menos Mal

    August 3, 2021
  • Culture,  Thriving

    International Love: A Spaniard’s Insights on Dating a Brit

    November 14, 2019 /

    Wondering what it’s like to date a Brit? Today’s guest writer, Luis, opens up about his international love story—sharing their cultures, creating their own language, and ups and downs along the way.

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    What You Need to Know about Córdoba

    March 4, 2018

    What is this “Name Day” Tradition in Spain?

    November 5, 2019

    All Places are Different: Preparing for a Culture Comparison

    March 12, 2019
  • Culture,  Preparing

    Who is Lady of Almudena?

    November 7, 2019 /

    Are you curious about who is the Lady of Almudena, the female patron saint of Madrid, Spain? Well look no further as we dive into her story in this article today.

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    June 16, 2020

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    October 19, 2023

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    July 23, 2019
  • Culture,  Preparing

    What is this “Name Day” Tradition in Spain?

    November 5, 2019 /

    Did you know that it is common to celebrate your “name day” here in Spain (as well as many other European countries)? If this is a new concept to you, be sure to check out some of the basics about this tradition!

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    May 11, 2021

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    December 3, 2019

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    March 7, 2026
  • Adapting,  Food

    Easy Spanish for Shopping at a Supermarket

    October 24, 2019 /

    Looking for Spanish to help you at the supermarkets in Spain? This post will introduce you to the basic sections found in most grocery stores and the types of goods you will find there.

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    A Quick Guide to Spanish Breakfast

    April 27, 2021

    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2023)

    January 17, 2023

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

    February 25, 2021
  • Confessions

    My Experience Using Spanish Expressions in Conversation

    October 6, 2019 /

    Sometimes using slang and expressions in conversation doesn’t go as smoothly as you’d like. Today Dani’s sharing her thoughts and advice on this.

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    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2023)

    January 19, 2023

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

    March 18, 2021

    Confessions: It’s Really Hard for Me to Take a Day Off

    February 21, 2019
  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    What Does “(Me) Da Igual” Really Mean!?

    October 3, 2019 /

    Have you heard these expressions in conversation but still have doubts about their meanings and differences? Or do you just want to learn new Spanish expressions. Either way, we’ve got what you’re looking for!

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    February 28, 2021

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    February 11, 2020

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    August 4, 2020
  • Language Learning,  Travel

    My Experience at a Play in Spain

    September 8, 2019 /

    Do you want to go to a theater production in Spain but feel a little nervous about how it will go? Dani felt the same way but her experience doing so will surely convince you not to worry!

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    Cómo Aprender Español: A New Video Series in Spanish

    October 18, 2020

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    Expressions: ¿Qué tal…?

    February 11, 2020
  • Language Learning,  Thriving

    Favorite Resources for Learning through Spanish Entertainment

    September 5, 2019 /

    In this post we provide links and details on some of our favorite resources for language-learning through Spanish entertainment.

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Sincerely, Spain

We're Dani and Claudia, two American expats with a love of Spain. Let us be your guide to Spanish culture, language-learning, living abroad.

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