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  • How to,  Language Learning

    Long-term Language Learning (Why and How)

    June 11, 2020 /

    Language-learning can be a life-long commitment. In this post we unpack the reasons why we take a long-term approach and believe you should, too!

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    Make the Most of Studying Virtually

    April 9, 2020

    How to: Travel on a Budget

    August 27, 2019

    What they don’t tell NALCAP Teachers about País Vasco

    March 7, 2026
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    At Home Anywhere: Journaling and Reflections

    April 30, 2020 /

    The exploration of Rachael Lynn’s book At Home Anywhere continues in this post as Dani shares excerpts from her journal in which she answers some of the book’s reflection questions.

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    Why I’m Thankful for my Abroad Experience

    November 26, 2019

    My Real Life in Spain

    December 22, 2022

    This is My Life Now: Dani

    March 15, 2018
  • How to,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    At Home Anywhere: A Book Review

    April 28, 2020 /

    In this post, we review and provide insight on everything the book At Home Anywhere has to offer. It’s likely a good fit for you, whether you’re moving abroad or not.

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    How to: Use Couchsurfing (as a Guest)

    July 15, 2017

    Master Packing for Every Length of Trip

    July 28, 2020

    How to: Balance Healthy Eating while Living Alone

    April 13, 2021
  • Thriving

    Don’t Ignore Your Body’s “Check Engine Lights”

    April 23, 2020 /

    Just like our cars are programed to warn us when something’s not right, our bodies do the same! If you find you have trouble paying attention to these warning, check out this advice.

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    Celebrating Our Four Year Blog Anniversary

    July 15, 2021

    How to: Volunteer in Spain

    January 25, 2018

    Confessions: I’m a Workaholic

    April 21, 2020
  • How to,  Thriving

    How to: Work from Home Effectively

    March 17, 2020 /

    Especially right now, working from home is something that many people are doing but that you may be experiencing for the first time. Here are our top ten tips for staying on-task and effective with work at home.

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    Remote Work In Spain: A Guide For Expats And Digital Nomads

    December 14, 2023

    How to: Choose a Travel Buddy

    October 27, 2017

    A Quick Guide to a Spanish Tapas-Inspired Snack Night

    May 6, 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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    Time Spent Eating is Important!

    November 29, 2018

    Dealing with Uncertain Times

    March 26, 2020

    How to: Host Long-term Visitors

    July 20, 2023
  • 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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    Having Friends who are Different from You

    August 9, 2018

    Traveling During Semana Santa in Spain

    March 29, 2018

    Dealing with FOMO while abroad

    June 20, 2019
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    How Life Abroad Has Shifted my Perspective

    January 23, 2020 /

    Important life events and major changes often cause us to shift our perspective and life abroad has been no different for Dani. Read about how learning Spanish, teaching English, and living in Spain has changed her.

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    Holiday Experience 2020 (Dani)

    December 22, 2020

    Expat Life in Almeria

    September 28, 2021

    Fitting In vs Staying True to Yourself While Abroad

    March 15, 2020
  • Confessions,  Thriving

    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2020)

    January 12, 2020 /

    At the beginning of every year we share what we are hoping to experience in the coming months. This is Dani’s letter to the New Year.

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    I’ll Never Truly be Spanish…

    November 19, 2019

    Accepting My Own Journey (Claudia)

    June 21, 2018

    Living in Spain Under Lockdown

    May 28, 2020
  • Balance,  Living Abroad

    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2020)

    January 5, 2020 /

    At the beginning of every year we share what we are hoping to experience in the coming months. This is Claudia’s letter to the New Year.

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    Don’t Lose That ‘Tourist’ Feeling

    September 12, 2019

    Dealing with Uncertain Times

    March 26, 2020

    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2023)

    January 19, 2023
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Being Thankful: Celebrating Thanksgiving in Spain

    November 28, 2019 /

    Happy Thanksgiving! Even though you might be super thankful for your study or live abroad experience, the holiday time can be hard. Check out these top tips for celebrating your traditions abroad.

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    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2020)

    January 5, 2020

    Why do I Naturally Bond with Other Foreigners?

    August 2, 2018

    At Home Anywhere: A Book Review

    April 28, 2020
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Why I’m Thankful for my Abroad Experience

    November 26, 2019 /

    It’s that time of year when we’re all feeling extra thankful so Dani’s opening up on five reasons why she’s grateful for her time studying, teaching, and living abroad in Spain.

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    Confessions: We Still Get Sad Living Abroad

    February 9, 2021

    3 Lessons Learned After Moving to Spain

    December 28, 2021

    Confessions: It Sucks that Everybody Leaves

    August 16, 2018
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