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  • Adapting,  How to

    How to: Get Private Lessons (as a Teacher) in Spain

    October 2, 2018 /

    Looking to teach private English lessons in Spain but not sure how to find students? We’ve got the low-down on how to find the students to fill up your schedule fast with lots of clases particulares.

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    What to Expect at Sunday Lunch in Spain

    June 28, 2021

    An Introduction to the Job Situation in Spain

    January 14, 2020

    Finding your Food Favorite Places While Abroad (in Spain)

    April 9, 2019
  • 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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    Being Home: A Reflection on the Ups and Downs of Moving Abroad

    May 9, 2021

    Adapting to a New Culture: Dani’s Experiences

    August 25, 2020
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    Making Friends as a Foreigner in Finland

    October 20, 2022
  • 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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    Navigating Expat Life: Building Community as New Parents

    October 17, 2024

    Confessions: I am Vulnerable in Friendships

    January 31, 2019

    Coming to Terms with “No Pasa Nada”

    May 20, 2021
  • 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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    Confessions: I am a Serial Friender

    February 15, 2018

    3 Things People Don’t Talk About When it Comes to Living Abroad

    November 23, 2021

    Top Tips for Living Abroad in Spain

    April 17, 2018
  • 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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    International Love: A Spaniard’s Insights on Dating a Brit

    November 14, 2019

    The Days of Semana Santa

    April 14, 2019

    Being Friends with the Opposite Sex

    March 12, 2020
  • 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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    Confessions: I Speak Differently to Different People

    February 6, 2018

    How to: Survive Without a Dryer

    January 30, 2018

    Make the Most of Studying Virtually

    April 9, 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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    Dealing with Uncertain Times

    March 26, 2020

    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2019)

    December 27, 2018

    Living in Spanish is Tiring

    September 1, 2020
  • 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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    Easy Spanish for Asking for Directions (and Giving Directions)

    November 2, 2021

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

    April 25, 2024

    Itinerary for One Day in Valencia: See the Must-Visit Spots

    September 19, 2024
  • 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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    Using a Shower in Spain

    January 23, 2018

    How to: Recover from Accidentally Being Rude… in Another Culture

    June 6, 2019

    How to: Make Paella like a Spaniard

    May 11, 2018
  • 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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    Confessions: I don’t always have all the right words

    March 18, 2021

    What does “El Mundo es un Pañuelo” Mean?

    September 7, 2018

    My Experience Learning Spanish

    August 18, 2019
  • 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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    There’s Something Magical About the First Time―at an Intercambio

    November 24, 2017
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    Confessions: Feeling Imposter Syndrome at Work (While Living Abroad)

    June 22, 2023

    PDA is Everywhere in Spain

    May 8, 2018
  • 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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    Confessions: That Three Month Feeling

    December 19, 2017

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

    April 13, 2018

    Help! What is happening with the service?

    October 6, 2017
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