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    SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!

    January 16, 2018 /

    We interrupt your regularly-programmed content to bring you a special announcement about an important milestone for us and how we're planning to better serve you.

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  • Language Learning,  Preparing,  Study Abroad

    Take at least one course in Spanish!

    January 12, 2018 /

    As you choose your classes for your study abroad experience, keep in mind that you may also be choosing which language you will take those courses in. We've got some insight on why you should consider Spanish.

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  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Letters to a New Year (Claudia)

    December 28, 2017 /

    Claudia: I don't have a perfect idea of where 2018 will lead me, but I do have some things I am going for. Find out what is on my list in this article. 

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  • Adapting,  Confessions,  Living Abroad

    Confessions: That Three Month Feeling

    December 19, 2017 /

    About three months in to living abroad we realize that there is a tendency to end up in an emotional place where we miss people, places, and customs that are far away. Learn about what we call the three month feeling.

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    How to: Use Correos (Part I)

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    How to: Use Public Transport in Spain

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    Where Can I Buy That? Food Edition

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  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Accepting Others’ Journeys

    December 7, 2017 /

    Truly thriving means allowing others to thrive, too! Having a bit of trouble understanding someone else's journey? We've got some insight to help you through it.

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  • Adapting,  Living Abroad

    Creating Meaningful Relationships in Random Places

    December 5, 2017 /

    Making friends is hard under normal circumstances and while living and travelling abroad can seem like an almost impossible task at times. Check out these three tips for making friends in different situations. 

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    Where Can I Buy That? Stuff Edition

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  • Adapting,  Language Learning,  Living Abroad

    My First Time…At an Intercambio

    December 1, 2017 /

    We've already shared about Dani's first time, so it is only fair that you hear about mine as well. Check out this article for more details about how my first intercambio went. 

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  • Adapting,  Language Learning,  Living Abroad

    There’s Something Magical About the First Time―at an Intercambio

    November 24, 2017 /

    While we all may have very different experiences with our first time, Dani had an amazingly positive experience. Read more to find out how she got over her initial nervousness and saw what a good option taking the plunge of going to an intercambio is!

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    December 11, 2018

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  • Travel

    What You Need to Know about Segovia

    October 29, 2017 /

    Segovia is one place that I never thought about going to...until I met someone from there who made me fall in love with the city before stepping foot in it. Check out our tips for this beautiful place! 

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  • Balance,  Culture,  Study Abroad,  Thriving

    To Party or Not to Party

    October 26, 2017 /

    It may seem like Spaniards are always out partying. How do you decide whether you should go out too or stay home?

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  • Travel

    Visiting Alicante: Everything You Need to Know

    October 8, 2017 /

    Known to many as simply a great beach-and-party destination, Alicante has plenty more to offer! Check out these insider tips to see the more authentic side of the city.

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  • Adapting,  Culture,  Food

    Help! What is happening with the service?

    October 6, 2017 /

    Service is really important to Americans but a different emphasis is put on this job in Spain. If you're feeling frustrated with the service here, take a look at this article for a different perspective. 

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