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  • Adapting,  Language Learning,  Study Abroad

    How to: Feel Comfortable Giving a Presentation in Spanish

    September 11, 2018 /

    Are you worried about giving your presentation in Spanish while studying abroad? Check out these tops tips to help you get through the presentation!

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    Life is in the Street in Spain

    May 21, 2019

    What does “Tirar la Casa por la Ventana” Mean?

    February 25, 2021

    How To: Buy a Flamenco Dress for Sevilla’s “Feria de abril”

    April 13, 2018
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Study Abroad,  Thriving

    A Letter to Myself Before I Moved Abroad (Dani)

    September 6, 2018 /

    In this letter to a former self, Dani delves into what she would tell the person she was before she moved abroad and it got her thinking deeply about who she is vs. how she’s defined herself over the years.

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    Holiday Experience 2020 (Dani)

    December 22, 2020

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

    February 21, 2019

    The Importance of Mindful Reflection

    February 7, 2019
  • Living Abroad,  Preparing

    CIEE’s Teach English in Spain Programs

    September 4, 2018 /

    Trying to decide if CIEE is the right program for you? If you’re interested in teaching English in Spain, it’s definitely one of the options to consider, but take into account the pros and cons you’ll find here.

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

    November 24, 2017

    How to Get a Student Visa to Study in Spain

    April 13, 2023

    Cómo Aprender Español: Temas Tabúes

    March 21, 2021
  • Culture,  Preparing

    What do teachers in Spain wear?

    August 21, 2018 /

    If you’re wondering what the dress code is like here in Spain, you’ll want to check out our insights about the what teachers actually wear…it may not be as formal as you’d expect.

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    What is Cultural Transition? and How to Deal with it

    August 13, 2020

    What’s Happening? Kids Out Until Midnight in Spain

    July 23, 2019

    Types of Celebrations in Spain

    September 29, 2019
  • Adapting,  How to

    How to: Use Public Transport in Spain

    August 10, 2018 /

    If you’re planning to use public transport in Spain, you’ll definitely want to read up on the many different options that will be available to you, including special deals for ‘youths’ (spoiler, this probably includes you)!

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    Adapting to a New Culture: Dani’s Experiences

    August 25, 2020

    Where Can I Buy That? Food Edition

    November 17, 2020

    Using a Bathroom in Spain

    October 27, 2020
  • Balance,  How to,  Thriving

    Thriving as an Auxiliar

    July 19, 2018 /

    While teaching abroad in Spain as an auxiliar you may find you have a lot of time on your hands. This article offers some insights on how you can make the most of that—as a teacher and human being in general!

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    Neither 100% Spanish, nor 100% American

    November 24, 2019

    Four Reasons Why You Need to Take Yourself on a Day Trip

    August 23, 2018

    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2019)

    December 27, 2018
  • How to,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    My Secret to Avoiding Loan Default While Living Abroad in Spain

    July 3, 2018 /

    Needing to pay back student loans can feel like an obstacle standing between you and your dream of moving to Spain but it doesn’t have to be! I’m sharing my secret on how I’ve been able to manage it.

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    At Home Anywhere: A Book Review

    April 28, 2020

    Going to the Movies in Spain

    June 11, 2019

    Top Six Things You Should Know When Visiting a Doctor in Spain

    March 16, 2021
  • How to,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    Four Must-know Banking Tips Before You Move to Spain

    June 29, 2018 /

    As if there’s not enough to think about when preparing to move abroad, you really ought to prep your banking situation back home if you want to avoid stress, hassle, and fees in Spain. With these tips, though, we’ve got you covered!

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    How to: Celebrate Birthdays in Spain

    June 19, 2018

    Embracing Your Empowered Expat Woman

    May 23, 2024

    12 Mistakes to Avoid When Learning a Language through TV & Movies

    April 25, 2024
  • Language Learning,  Preparing

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

    June 22, 2018 /

    In this expressions article, we’re taking a look at these two idiomatic expressions you don’t want to mix up! Be sure to get your ‘dusty’ Spanish slang correct by checking out the details.

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    Easy Spanish for Traveling

    March 5, 2019

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    June 14, 2021

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    February 23, 2021
  • Adapting,  Culture,  How to

    How to: Celebrate Birthdays in Spain

    June 19, 2018 /

    Are you going to be celebrating your birthday while abroad? Is a good Spanish friend of your turning a year older and you're not sure how they do birthdays in Spain? This article has got you covered!

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    Work-to-Live vs. Live-to-Work

    September 24, 2019

    How to Make: Spanish-Style Coffee at Home

    June 2, 2021

    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2023)

    January 17, 2023
  • Adapting,  Culture

    Student-Teacher Relationships in Spain (Part I)

    June 8, 2018 /

    In part 1, we’re diving into some of the differences you may experience in student-teacher relationships here in Spain from the perspective of an English teacher working with both children and adults.

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    Help! I’m having Anxiety while Abroad

    June 2, 2020

    My Real Life in Spain

    December 22, 2022

    How to: Communicate with Someone who has Limited English

    October 5, 2018
  • Adapting,  Culture,  How to

    Managing Reverse Culture Shock

    June 5, 2018 /

    It’s not uncommon to feel frustration and resistance to your own culture upon returning home after a long time abroad. For those of you dealing with reverse culture shock, we’ve got some tips and personal insights to share.

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    How to: Survive Without a Dryer

    January 30, 2018

    My First Time…At an Intercambio

    December 1, 2017

    Easy Spanish for Shopping at a Supermarket

    October 24, 2019
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