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    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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    My Experience with Eating Outdoors in Spain

    July 28, 2019

    Learning-English Culture in Spain

    April 10, 2018

    Semana Santa: What are Cofradías?

    April 7, 2019
  • 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 they don’t tell NALCAP Teachers about País Vasco

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

    September 19, 2024

    An Introduction: Pablo Picasso

    January 7, 2018
  • 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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    What You Need to Know about Córdoba

    March 4, 2018

    How to: Choose a Travel Buddy

    October 27, 2017

    What are the Sanfermines

    July 8, 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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    How to: Be a Good Couchsurfing Host

    August 30, 2018

    Visiting Alicante: Everything You Need to Know

    October 8, 2017

    Living and Traveling in Spain as a Black Person: An Interview with Somto

    April 6, 2021
  • Travel

    What You Need to Know About Granada

    October 29, 2019 /

    If you’re planning a trip to this enchanting Andalusian city, we have everything you need to know about getting there, visiting the Alhambra and other famous sites, how long you should stay, when to visit, and more!

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    What You Need to Know About Gibraltar

    March 24, 2019

    An Introduction to Basque Country History

    May 25, 2021

    What You Need to Know About Ceuta

    March 18, 2018
  • Adapting,  Food

    Easy Spanish for Shopping at a Supermarket

    October 24, 2019 /

    Looking for Spanish to help you at the supermarkets in Spain? This post will introduce you to the basic sections found in most grocery stores and the types of goods you will find there.

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

    October 2, 2018

    Culture Shock: The Insights of a Spaniard in America

    February 2, 2020

    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2023)

    January 17, 2023
  • Living Abroad

    Why I Went Abroad (Claudia’s Story)

    October 13, 2019 /

    What is a good enough reason for going abroad? We think any reason is good enough! Read Claudia’s story about how she ended up living abroad in this story.

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

    November 24, 2017

    Finding your Food Favorite Places While Abroad (in Spain)

    April 9, 2019

    How Travel is a Secret Weapon in the Real World

    November 20, 2018
  • Culture

    Types of Celebrations in Spain

    September 29, 2019 /

    As a general rule, Spaniards love to celebrate! And this post has been developed to share insight into different kinds of celebrations that you will find during your time in Spain.

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    Televised New Year’s Eve Program in Spain

    December 30, 2018

    What Does “No Pasa Nada” Actually Mean!?

    May 18, 2021

    Día de Santiago in Spain

    July 21, 2019
  • Balance,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Don’t Lose That ‘Tourist’ Feeling

    September 12, 2019 /

    When you first arrive somewhere, discovering all the places, even if you have to pay, is a very normal thing to do. However, as you get more comfortable you tend to loose these tendencies. Here's why you shouldn't. 

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    Celebrating Our Four Year Blog Anniversary

    July 15, 2021

    Empathizing with People in Uncertain Times

    May 19, 2020

    Confessions: Sometimes I Live in My Own Bubble

    March 2, 2021
  • Balance,  How to,  Thriving

    Make Your ‘Host City’ Your Home (Why and How)

    September 10, 2019 /

    In order to make the most out of your experience while studying (or living) abroad, you’re going to want to make a home out of your ‘host city’. In this article, we’re outlining all the reasons why.

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    Neither 100% Spanish, nor 100% American

    November 24, 2019

    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2021)

    December 29, 2020

    Fitting In vs Staying True to Yourself While Abroad

    March 15, 2020
  • Language Learning,  Travel

    My Experience at a Play in Spain

    September 8, 2019 /

    Do you want to go to a theater production in Spain but feel a little nervous about how it will go? Dani felt the same way but her experience doing so will surely convince you not to worry!

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    Language-Learning: A Review of Preply

    September 3, 2020

    Language-Learning Before You Move Abroad for Every Level

    June 17, 2021

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

    November 24, 2017
  • Travel

    Travel like a Spaniard during Summer

    September 1, 2019 /

    Do you wonder where Spaniards go to spend their summer holidays? This post dives into the three most likely trips that you will find you Spanish friends taking during the hottest months of the year.

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    What You Need to Know About Granada

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    What You Need to Know About Pamplona

    June 3, 2018

    What You Need to Know About Travel Insurance in Spain

    November 3, 2019
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