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  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    Language Learning: Reading in Spanish

    April 2, 2020 /

    What are you doing to learn Spanish? For us, reading in a foreign language is one of the best best ways to pick up on grammar structure and new vocabulary. However, follow these suggestions to get the most out of your experience.

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    November 6, 2018

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    May 21, 2020

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  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    Using Duolingo to Learn a Language

    March 31, 2020 /

    There are many different ways to learn a language. See this article to understand how Duolingo, a fun and easy app, might be a good option for you.

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    Making Mistakes, but Just Wanting to Move on

    April 4, 2019

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

    May 23, 2021

    Confessions: I Speak Differently to Different People

    February 6, 2018
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    Language Learning: Watching T.V. or Movies

    March 19, 2020 /

    One of the many ways you can improve your language skills is by watching videos (movies, tv, etc.) in that language. Check out some of our favorite ways of integrating Spanish into your everyday life.

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    Culture Shock: The Insights of a Spaniard in America

    February 2, 2020

    Where Can I Buy That? Stuff Edition

    November 19, 2020

    Using a Bathroom in Spain

    October 27, 2020
  • Balance,  Living Abroad

    Fitting In vs Staying True to Yourself While Abroad

    March 15, 2020 /

    Especially when you find yourself abroad, you might find that it isn’t always easy to find the balance between fitting in to what is happening around you and staying true to yourself. This article has 5 tips on how to do this.

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    Thriving as an Auxiliar

    July 19, 2018

    Confessions: I’m Still Learning How to Accept Who I am

    May 4, 2021

    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2021)

    December 29, 2020
  • Balance,  Culture,  Thriving

    Being Friends with the Opposite Sex

    March 12, 2020 /

    Making friends in new places is never easy but add in the fact that you have to follow cultural norms and you will start wondering how it is even possible. Check out this article for a little bit of insight into  friendships according to Spanish gender norms. 

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    October 12, 2017

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    August 23, 2018

    Make Your ‘Host City’ Your Home (Why and How)

    September 10, 2019
  • Adapting,  How to

    How to: Make Friends with Spaniards

    March 10, 2020 /

    Do you feel frustrated that you are not making that many native friends while abroad? I have a theory about that and several tips for how to improve your chances at making local friends.

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    April 2, 2020

    My Real Life in Spain

    December 22, 2022

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    November 23, 2021
  • Thriving,  Travel

    How to: Talk on the Phone in Spanish

    February 13, 2020 /

    Talking on the phone in a foreign language can be scary. That is why today we are sharing our top tips for how to talk on the phone in Spanish!

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    May 3, 2018

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    April 11, 2019

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    July 15, 2021
  • Culture,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    An Introduction to Cultural Competence

    January 28, 2020 /

    We think that multicultural competences are essential to be successful abroad, but do you know what they are? And, more importantly, do you know how you can acquire them? This is Part I in a three part series to help you do so.

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    July 7, 2019

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    July 8, 2018

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    October 1, 2020
  • Adapting,  Culture

    An Introduction to the Job Situation in Spain

    January 14, 2020 /

    Are you thinking about moving abroad but you are not sure what the job situation is like in Spain? This introduction will give you a brief idea of what you will find here.

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    Confessions: Feeling Imposter Syndrome at Work (While Living Abroad)

    June 22, 2023

    How to Make: Spanish-Style Coffee at Home

    June 2, 2021
  • Culture,  How to,  Preparing

    When and How do I Give ‘Dos Besos’?

    January 9, 2020 /

    The 'two kisses' greeting here in Spain can be very new for us guiris. That's why we've got some tips to help you understand just how to go about this greeting and when to use it!

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    What is Cultural Transition? and How to Deal with it

    August 13, 2020

    How to: Celebrate Birthdays in Spain

    June 19, 2018

    An Introduction to Spanish Bullfighting

    May 22, 2018
  • 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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    March 4, 2018

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    February 24, 2019
  • Culture,  Preparing

    Traditions: Los Reyes Magos

    December 26, 2019 /

    Do you ever wonder how different stories and traditions are interpreted differently? In Spain children receive Christmas presents, but not in the same way people do in other places. When do they receive presents, you ask?

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