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    Different Regions in Spain

    January 30, 2020 /

    Even though we are always referring to the country of Spain, today we want to take a moment to recognize the many different regions within Spain. Each one shares something with the rest of the country but is also unique.

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    An Introduction: Pablo Picasso

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    May 17, 2018
  • 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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    January 19, 2021

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    Christmas in Spain, Explained by a Spaniard

    December 20, 2020
  • 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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    To Party or Not to Party

    October 26, 2017

    Managing Reverse Culture Shock

    June 5, 2018

    Help: Why is Everything in Spain Closed in August?

    July 27, 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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    Five Tips to Help You Enjoy Your Staycation

    August 4, 2019

    What You Need to Know about Cartagena

    November 18, 2018

    How to: Use Couchsurfing (as a Guest)

    July 15, 2017
  • 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: Choose the Best Bla Bla Car

    January 9, 2018

    Visiting the The Sagrada Familia: Everything You Need to Know

    July 15, 2018

    How to: Use Couchsurfing (as a Guest)

    July 15, 2017
  • 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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    July 24, 2018

    Snapshots of Spain during Semana Santa

    April 1, 2018

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    September 23, 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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  • 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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    November 21, 2017

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    December 24, 2020
  • 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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    February 4, 2020
  • 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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    May 19, 2020

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    February 8, 2018

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    December 13, 2018
  • 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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    February 9, 2021

    Neither 100% Spanish, nor 100% American

    November 24, 2019

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    December 13, 2021
  • 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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    June 9, 2020

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    August 3, 2018

    Cómo Aprender Español: Expresiones Comunes

    February 28, 2021
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