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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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    Adapting to a New Culture: Claudia’s Experiences

    August 20, 2020

    What to Expect from Spanish Bikers

    May 1, 2018

    Dealing with Uncertain Times

    March 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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    An Interview with Monta Lio (An Aussie-Spanish Band)

    May 26, 2020

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    August 15, 2019

    Top Resources for Planning English Lessons

    June 10, 2021
  • 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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    Language-Learning Before You Move Abroad for Every Level

    June 17, 2021

    Top Three Things to Consider Before Relocating to Spain

    March 1, 2022

    Language-Learning Tips: Change Your Relationship with Mistakes

    February 16, 2023
  • Travel

    Day Trips from Madrid

    July 16, 2020 /

    Madrid is an incredibly popular destination in Spain, but if you have extra time you should really get outside the city. Here are ten great day trip recommendations!

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    5 Great Walking/Hiking Routes in La Alpujarra

    June 24, 2021

    Visiting Madrid with a baby: Travel tips from Spanish father and founder of AI Travel Planner

    April 11, 2024

    What is the Carnaval de Cádiz?

    February 4, 2018
  • Travel

    Day Trips from Malaga

    July 14, 2020 /

    There are many beautiful places to visit just a quick car/train/bus-ride (or even bike ride!) away from Malaga. Here are 10 of our favorites if you will be spending a long time in the city and looking to branch out.

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    Visiting Alicante: Everything You Need to Know

    October 8, 2017

    What you need to know about Mérida

    October 21, 2018

    How to: Eat Pintxos in Bilbao

    July 24, 2018
  • Travel

    Day Trips from Granada

    July 9, 2020 /

    If you have some extra time while visiting Granada, we highly recommend a day trip to one of these ten destinations.

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    What You Need to Know About Ceuta

    March 18, 2018

    What You Need to Know About Travel Insurance in Spain

    November 3, 2019

    What You Need to Know Before You Rent a Boat AirBnB

    June 2, 2019
  • Travel

    Day trips from Barcelona

    July 7, 2020 /

    Have you booked a longer trip to Barcelona and want to take a day trip or two out of the city? We think that is a great idea! That’s why we put together this list of places you can visit on a day trip from Barcelona.

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    What You Need to Know about Valladolid

    February 11, 2018

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    February 10, 2019

    Corpus Celebration in Granada

    May 20, 2018
  • 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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    Travel Essentials for a Weekend Away

    September 28, 2018

    The San Juan Celebration in Spain

    June 17, 2018

    Traveling by Train through Spain

    August 29, 2019
  • Culture,  Preparing

    The Languages of Spain: An Introduction

    June 16, 2020 /

    Do you think that Spanish is the only language spoken in Spain? If so, you are wrong. In fact, there are many languages and multiple co-official languages spoken across this diverse country.

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    Managing Reverse Culture Shock

    June 5, 2018

    The Integration of the Elderly into Spanish Society

    May 29, 2018

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    August 13, 2020
  • 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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    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2021)

    December 29, 2020

    Confessions: I’m No Longer Seeking Balance

    March 21, 2026

    Living in Spanish is Tiring

    September 1, 2020
  • 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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    Flamenco Traditions in Spain

    March 5, 2020

    What Does “Vale” Actually Mean?!

    January 26, 2018

    What is the Carnaval de Cádiz?

    February 4, 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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    February 4, 2018

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    August 26, 2018

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    October 22, 2020
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