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  • Living Abroad,  Preparing

    Dealing with Your Period Abroad (in Spain)

    October 12, 2021 /

    Periods are something that will happen no matter where you are in the world yet they can feel strange when traveling or living abroad. In this post we dive into what you want to know about handling your period while in Spain.

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    Six Strategies for Managing Unstructured Time

    February 8, 2018

    Using a Bathroom in Spain

    October 27, 2020

    Living with Spanish Roommates

    August 1, 2019
  • Adapting

    Everyone Has an Opinion… on the U.S.A.

    September 17, 2020 /

    There are many experiences that you will have while traveling or living abroad, but one I bet you won’t be able to avoid is having people tell you what they think about the U.S.A.

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    Make the Most of Studying Virtually

    April 9, 2020

    Learn Spanish: When Do I Use ‘Usted?’

    January 22, 2019

    Using a Shower in Spain

    January 23, 2018
  • 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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    Finding Balance with Spanish Food

    August 31, 2017

    To Party or Not to Party

    October 26, 2017

    Neither 100% Spanish, nor 100% American

    November 24, 2019
  • 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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    What is “Home?”

    May 30, 2019

    Confessions: Moving Abroad Doesn’t Necessarily Get Easier

    July 21, 2020

    Confessions: Sometimes I Feel Alone

    September 14, 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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    International Love: An American’s Insights on Dating a Spaniard

    November 12, 2019

    What Does “No Pasa Nada” Actually Mean!?

    May 18, 2021

    Student-Teacher Relationships in Spain (Part I)

    June 8, 2018
  • 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 to: Celebrate Birthdays in Spain

    June 19, 2018

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

    November 24, 2017

    The Importance of Language

    January 21, 2020
  • Preparing,  Study Abroad

    Personal Benefits of Studying Abroad

    December 17, 2019 /

    People are always talking about why going abroad is good for your career potential but have you ever stopped to think about how it benefits your personal growth? In this article we do just that.

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    What does “El Mundo es un Pañuelo” Mean?

    September 7, 2018

    Incorporating ‘Vale’ in Everyday Interactions

    April 23, 2019

    “Echar un Polvo” vs. “Estar Hecho Polvo”

    June 22, 2018
  • Adapting,  Balance

    Find Your Why for Being Abroad

    October 10, 2019 /

    Are you trying to figure out your reasoning for going abroad so that you can make the most of your experience? Check out these five questions to help you orientate yourself in discovering your why.

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    How to: Survive Without a Dryer

    January 30, 2018

    Language Learning: Watching T.V. or Movies

    March 19, 2020

    Creating Spanish Friendship Through Food and Drink

    July 16, 2019
  • Adapting

    Why Are You Abroad Anyways?

    October 8, 2019 /

    Has someone asked you (or have you when questioning yourself) about why you are abroad? If you find yourself in this situation, check out this post to understand the importance your ‘why.’

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    How to: Communicate with Someone who has Limited English

    October 5, 2018

    Our Top Tips for Learning Spanish

    August 15, 2019

    Life is in the Street in Spain

    May 21, 2019
  • Thriving

    Dealing with FOMO while abroad

    June 20, 2019 /

    It is easy to get caught up in things while you are spending time abroad and want to do everything.. however, that is not always possible. Check out our top four tips for dealing with FOMO abroad in this article!

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    Six Strategies for Managing Unstructured Time

    February 8, 2018

    International Love: A Spaniard’s Insights on Dating a Brit

    November 14, 2019

    It’s Okay to be Creepy!

    August 9, 2021
  • Thriving

    Fitting in While Abroad (in Spain)

    May 23, 2019 /

    Are you having issues fitting in while living abroad? Here are our insights into the good, the bad, and the ugly of finding a sense of belonging while in a foreign country.

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

    November 12, 2019

    Why I’m Thankful for my Abroad Experience

    November 26, 2019

    Top Six Ways to Learn Spanish Outside of Spanish Class

    June 14, 2021
  • Adapting,  Culture

    Life is in the Street in Spain

    May 21, 2019 /

    Have you noticed that people seem to be in the streets all the time in Spain? Is it hard for you to adapt to? In this article we dive into our top tips for taking advantage of this lifestyle.

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    Why do People Walk Everywhere in Spain?

    July 13, 2018

    Adapting to a New Culture: Dani’s Experiences

    August 25, 2020

    Learn Spanish: Intercambios de Idiomas

    January 15, 2019
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Sincerely, Spain

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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