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    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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    What Does “No hay de qué” Mean?

    February 26, 2019

    Adapting to a New Culture: What You Should Know

    August 18, 2020

    Culture Shock in Spain Stories from around the Globe

    July 26, 2020
  • Language Learning,  Travel

    Airports in Spain

    July 30, 2020 /

    We’re answering all the most common questions we get about plane travel in Spain. Plus, we’ve got the important Spanish expressions and vocabulary you’ll want to know at the airport!

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    Top Six Ways to Learn Spanish Outside of Spanish Class

    June 14, 2021

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

    November 24, 2017

    Language-Learning: Why You Should Take Private Classes

    June 9, 2020
  • How to,  Travel

    Master Packing for Every Length of Trip

    July 28, 2020 /

    Every length of trip calls for a different packing strategy. Do you know the questions to ask yourself in order to master this process? This article dives into those questions, outlines example packing lists, and includes a VIDEO demo.

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    How to: Deal with People Speaking to You in English

    February 1, 2018

    What’s the Difference Between a Spanish Coach and a Spanish Teacher?

    October 31, 2024

    Confessions: After 8+ Years Living in Spain, It’s Still Hard to Make Friends!

    September 1, 2022
  • Travel

    Traveling to Spain? What You Need to Know about COVID-19 Precautions

    July 2, 2020 /

    Spain has recently opened its borders to international travelers, but tourism will be different this year. Read up on the procedures in place and the rules travelers are required to follow.

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    Visiting Cazorla Natural Park: Everything You Need to Know

    December 10, 2017

    What You Need to Know about the Picos de Europa

    April 15, 2018

    What You Need to Know about Barcelona⁠—From a Different Perspective

    November 25, 2018
  • Culture

    Six Stereotypes of Spain Debunked

    March 3, 2020 /

    What preconceived notions do you have about Spain? Let’s talk through six of the big stereotypes that exist about Spaniards to separate fact from fiction.

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    What’s the Difference Between Gazpacho and Salmorejo?

    July 1, 2021

    Benefits of Cultural Competences

    April 26, 2018

    An Introduction to Spanish Wine

    January 8, 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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    Traveling During Semana Santa in Spain

    March 29, 2018

    What is SAD and How it Impacts Your Life Abroad

    February 11, 2021

    How to: Send emails with Spaniards

    February 28, 2019
  • 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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    An Introduction to Spanish Bullfighting

    May 22, 2018

    Understanding the Weather in Spain

    July 25, 2019

    A Smoking Culture

    May 11, 2021
  • Culture,  Travel

    Integrating the Holiday Season into your Travel Plans

    December 24, 2019 /

    If you’re planning a trip to Spain (or anywhere, really) during the Christmas-New Year’s holiday season, there are quite a few things you should plan for! Read up on all our tips to help you integrate the festivities and avoid headaches.

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    What is el Día de Reyes Magos in Spain

    January 6, 2019

    The Days of Semana Santa

    April 14, 2019

    PDA is Everywhere in Spain

    May 8, 2018
  • 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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    Which Health and Beauty Products Should I Bring to Spain?

    September 10, 2020

    Take at least one course in Spanish!

    January 12, 2018

    Student-Teacher Relationships in Spain (Part II)

    January 17, 2019
  • Adapting,  Culture

    What is Día de la Constitución or December 6th holidays?

    December 5, 2019 /

    Are you wondering why things are closed on December 6th in Spain? It is because they celebrate the Día de la Constitución or the Day of the Constitution. This article dives into this special holiday.

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

    November 24, 2017

    How to: Cheaply Send a Package to Spain

    October 30, 2018
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    Confessions: Feeling Imposter Syndrome at Work (While Living Abroad)

    June 22, 2023
  • Travel

    What You Need to Know About Travel Insurance in Spain

    November 3, 2019 /

    Are you planning a trip to Spain and wondering if you need travel insurance? Today’s guest writer, Gabriella, answers your questions on who and what is covered by Spain’s free healthcare as well as provides great further resources.

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    Day trips from Barcelona

    July 7, 2020

    What you need to know about Salobreña

    July 1, 2018

    Snapshots of Spain during Semana Santa

    April 1, 2018
  • Travel

    Visiting the Alhambra: Everything You Need to Know

    October 31, 2019 /

    The Alhambra is the most visited site in Spain! Have you been? This article dives into everything you’ll want to know when planning a visit, explaining the different areas, tickets, and best times to visit.

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    My Experience at a Play in Spain

    September 8, 2019

    Figuring Out What Kind of Traveler You Are

    September 7, 2017

    What You Need to Know about the Islas Cíes

    August 20, 2017
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