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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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    January 22, 2019

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    June 30, 2020
  • 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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    Studying a Degree in Spain (Part I)

    February 22, 2018

    Six Lessons Learned from Teaching English

    May 2, 2019

    What Does it Mean to Group Intercambio?

    October 15, 2020
  • 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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    How to: Celebrate Birthdays in Spain

    June 19, 2018

    Find Your Why for Being Abroad

    October 10, 2019

    What to Expect when Making Plans with Spaniards

    January 19, 2021
  • 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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    Being Friends with the Opposite Sex

    March 12, 2020

    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2023)

    January 19, 2023

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

    May 4, 2021
  • 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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    Four Reasons Why You Need to Take Yourself on a Day Trip

    August 23, 2018

    Letters to a New Year (Dani)

    January 4, 2018

    Confessions: I don’t buy into traditional gift giving

    December 21, 2023
  • 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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    June 30, 2020

    Why Are You Abroad Anyways?

    October 8, 2019

    What to Expect at Sunday Lunch in Spain

    June 28, 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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    December 7, 2021

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    January 12, 2020

    Benefits of Cultural Competences

    April 26, 2018
  • 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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    January 6, 2019

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    October 22, 2019

    Who is Antoni Gaudí?

    July 26, 2021
  • 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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    How Don Quijote Became a Teen Mom

    February 19, 2019
  • 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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    Fútbol as a Religion in Spain

    June 18, 2019

    What Does “No Pasa Nada” Actually Mean!?

    May 18, 2021

    My Experience with Coffee in Spain

    July 7, 2019
  • 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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    The Integration of the Elderly into Spanish Society

    May 29, 2018

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    January 9, 2020

    Traditions: Belenes (Nativity Scenes) in Spain

    December 17, 2020
  • 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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