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  • Culture,  Thriving

    Benefits of Cultural Competences

    April 26, 2018 /

    In this article we dive deeper into one of potential future benefits of spending time studying in another country: professional benefits cultural competences acquired while abroad.

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    What Does “Vale” Actually Mean?!

    January 26, 2018

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    December 30, 2018

    International Love: An American’s Insights on Dating a Spaniard

    November 12, 2019
  • Living Abroad,  Preparing,  Study Abroad

    Top Tips for Living Abroad in Spain

    April 17, 2018 /

    Have you just decided to move abroad to Spain and don't really know where to begin with preparing yourself? This article is the perfect place to start!

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    Find and Connect with an Online Therapist

    November 24, 2020

    Managing Finances for a Short-term Stay in Spain

    August 23, 2021

    Renting an Apartment in Spain

    August 6, 2019
  • Living Abroad,  Study Abroad,  Thriving

    Studying a Degree in Spain (Part II)

    March 1, 2018 /

    It's part two of the "Studying a Degree in Spain" series. Check out my interpretation of how this experience influences your personal and relationship-building qualities. 

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    How I Talked to my Family about Moving Abroad (Claudia)

    May 10, 2018

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    February 20, 2018

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  • Language Learning,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Studying a Degree in Spain (Part I)

    February 22, 2018 /

    When you decide to study your entire degree abroad, you are in for a shock (both good and bad). This article goes into the more academic/technical side of studying four years in Spain. 

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    What does “El Mundo es un Pañuelo” Mean?

    September 7, 2018

    Incorporating ‘Vale’ in Everyday Interactions

    April 23, 2019

    Learning Spanish through Entertainment

    September 3, 2019
  • How to,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    What are my options for returning to Spain?

    February 20, 2018 /

    Are you past the point of studying abroad during your undergraduate years, but still looking for options to live abroad in Spain? This article is the right one for you as we'll dive into the basics of teaching, studying, and working abroad.

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    How to: Make Friends with Spaniards

    March 10, 2020

    Thriving as an Auxiliar

    July 19, 2018

    The Ultimate Guide to Learning Spanish: Season One Round-up

    May 23, 2021
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Confessions: I am a Serial Friender

    February 15, 2018 /

    Making friends everywhere you go is hard! That's why I would consider myself to be a serial friender. What does that mean? Check out this article to see! 

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    Confessions: I am a Different Person in Different Languages

    January 18, 2018

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

    February 21, 2019

    Confessions: Sometimes I Live in My Own Bubble

    March 2, 2021
  • How to,  Thriving

    How to: Deal with People Speaking to You in English

    February 1, 2018 /

    When you've been doing everything you can to improve and practice your Spanish, it can be really disheartening and frustrating when others switch to English in order to engage with you. However, it's not always personal! For our insights and tips

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    How to: Balance Healthy Eating while Living Alone

    April 13, 2021

    What Type of TEFL Teaching Job is Right for Me?

    June 8, 2021

    Confessions: Five Years of “Friend-Dating” (Dani’s Success Story)

    June 6, 2026
  • Culture,  Preparing

    What Does “Vale” Actually Mean?!

    January 26, 2018 /

    Vale is a word you will hear all the time once you get to Spain but did they cover it in your Spanish class? Check out what it means in this article. 

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    What’s Happening? Kids Out Until Midnight in Spain

    July 23, 2019

    An Introduction to Spanish Bullfighting

    May 22, 2018

    Cultural Competence Part II (Evaluating Yourself)

    March 22, 2018
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    How to: Volunteer in Spain

    January 25, 2018 /

    Have you thought about how you will make an impact on your new community. Check out this article for Claudia's tips on how to volunteer when abroad in Spain! 

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    How Dani Ended Up Living Abroad

    January 26, 2021

    Confessions: I Miss Home

    November 15, 2018

    An Introduction to Cultural Competence

    January 28, 2020
  • Travel

    What You Need to Know about Valencia

    January 21, 2018 /

    This week we are heading to the coast to Valencia. Have you been? Have you tried their traditional food (hint, paella is originally from Valencia). Check out our recommendations and tips! 

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    Five Tips to Help You Enjoy Your Staycation

    August 4, 2019

    What You Need to Know about Logroño

    June 24, 2018

    Visiting the Basque Country (País Vasco)

    August 5, 2018
  • Balance,  Preparing

    Taking All Your Classes in Spanish

    January 19, 2018 /

    Are you thinking about taking a full course load in Spanish? Are you already there and feel frustrated (alone)? This article dives into ways to prepare yourself for studying in Spain and lets you know you're not alone. 

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    How to: Host Long-term Visitors

    July 20, 2023

    Confessions: I don’t buy into traditional gift giving

    December 21, 2023

    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2021)

    December 29, 2020
  • Confessions,  Culture,  Thriving

    Confessions: I am a Different Person in Different Languages

    January 18, 2018 /

    Do you ever feel like you are a different person in different languages?! I for one do, and I believe that it is normal. This article dives into my perception of the situation. 

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    A Letter to Myself Before I Moved Abroad (Dani)

    September 6, 2018

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    February 9, 2021

    Confessions: I’m Nervous About Going Home

    June 13, 2019
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