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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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    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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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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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