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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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    Our Reading Recommendations for Language Learning (Spanish)

    July 10, 2018

    PDA is Everywhere in Spain

    May 8, 2018

    6 ways to sharpen your soft skills by living in Spain

    March 16, 2023
  • 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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    Expressions: When and How to Use “Hasta…”

    June 25, 2019

    Studying a Degree in Spain (Part I)

    February 22, 2018

    Learn Spanish: When Do I Use ‘Usted?’

    January 22, 2019
  • 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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    Your First Conversation with Your Host Family

    September 29, 2020

    How to: Talk to Your Family About Moving Abroad

    January 28, 2021

    Having Difficult Conversations: Preparing Yourself for Grief and Loss While Living Abroad

    November 5, 2020
  • 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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    Visiting the Sierra Nevada: Everything you need to know

    February 25, 2018

    What You Need to Know About Málaga

    October 20, 2020

    How to: Rent a Car in Spain

    August 24, 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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    What You Need to Know about Logroño

    June 24, 2018

    What You Need to Know About Cáceres

    May 19, 2019

    How to: Use Couchsurfing (as a Guest)

    July 15, 2017
  • 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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    Travel Essentials for a Weekend Away

    September 28, 2018

    What you need to know about Toledo

    November 5, 2017

    How to: Travel on a Budget

    August 27, 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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    How to: Travel on a Budget

    August 27, 2019

    What You Need to Know About Ceuta

    March 18, 2018

    How to Visit Nerja in One Day

    May 5, 2019
  • 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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    What to See in Lisbon

    August 13, 2017

    Day Trips from Granada

    July 9, 2020

    What You Should Know about Burgos

    October 1, 2017
  • 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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    Who is Federico García Lorca

    February 25, 2020

    Cultural Competence Part II (Evaluating Yourself)

    March 22, 2018

    Who is Lady of Almudena?

    November 7, 2019
  • 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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    Confessions: Sometimes I Live in My Own Bubble

    March 2, 2021

    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2021)

    December 29, 2020

    The Artist’s Way Reflections

    December 7, 2021
  • 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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    Traditions: Christmas Lunch/Dinner in Spain

    December 10, 2020

    Confessions: I am a Different Person in Different Languages

    January 18, 2018

    What do teachers in Spain wear?

    August 21, 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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    May 25, 2021

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    January 25, 2024

    What You Need to Know Abour Nerja

    May 13, 2018
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