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  • Language Learning,  Thriving

    Top Six Ways to Learn Spanish Outside of Spanish Class

    June 14, 2021 /

    Learning Spanish doesn't have to consist just of official classes at your university or at a language school. Check out these six tips for making the most out of your language learning experience.

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    May 2, 2019

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    March 19, 2020

    Cómo Aprender Español: A New Video Series in Spanish

    October 18, 2020
  • Living Abroad,  Travel

    An Introduction to ETA (Basque Separatist Terrorism)

    May 27, 2021 /

    We are talking politics again on the blog as we try to learn understand more about ETA, the (once extremist) group that fought for years for Basque Independence. 

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    Confessions: I am Feeling Vulnerable in these Uncertain Times

    November 26, 2020

    It Gets Cold in Spain!

    November 21, 2017

    At Home Anywhere: A Book Review

    April 28, 2020
  • Travel

    An Introduction to Basque Country History

    May 25, 2021 /

    We’ve talked about how much we like the Basque Country before and today we want to dive into this region’s history and some cultural identifiers.

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    Master Packing for Every Length of Trip

    July 28, 2020

    An Introduction to Airbnb

    January 20, 2019

    What is el Día de Canarias? (Canary Island’s Day)

    May 26, 2019
  • Culture,  Preparing

    What Does “No Pasa Nada” Actually Mean!?

    May 18, 2021 /

    Once you arrive in Spain, you are sure to hear "no pasa nada" all of the time. But like so many useful expressions, the real meaning of no pasa nada can be difficult to grasp. That's why we'd like to share our insights on what it means.

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    Learning How to Drive in Spain (Part 1 – The Basics)

    February 14, 2026

    How To: Buy a Flamenco Dress for Sevilla’s “Feria de abril”

    April 13, 2018

    Is Semana Santa 2021 Happening in Spain?

    March 25, 2021
  • Culture,  Preparing

    Drinking Culture in Spain

    May 13, 2021 /

    Does it seem like we're talking about alcohol a little too lightly or a little too much? Perhaps it's just the different drinking culture we're used to here in Spain―allow us to explain.

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    Cultural Competence Part III (Acquiring Competences)

    May 17, 2018

    Traditions: Nochebuena (Christmas Eve) in Spain

    December 15, 2020

    Who is Lady of Almudena?

    November 7, 2019
  • Balance,  Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Confessions: I’m Still Learning How to Accept Who I am

    May 4, 2021 /

    Sometimes, living abroad can make you feel like your "two selves" are always at odds. However, it's important to reflect and embrace that maybe that's just the person you are! These are Dani’s thoughts over the past four years.

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    Confessions: I’m a Workaholic

    April 21, 2020

    Confessions: It’s Really Hard for Me to Take a Day Off

    February 21, 2019

    How to: Host Long-term Visitors

    July 20, 2023
  • Culture,  Preparing

    How to: Use WhatsApp in Spain

    April 22, 2021 /

    Whatsapp is almost essential to Spanish life. People use it almost continually to communicate with others, both near and far. Check out this article to see what you should know when coming abroad to study or live in Spain.

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    Who is Pedro Almodóvar

    April 8, 2018

    Cultural Competence Part III (Acquiring Competences)

    May 17, 2018

    Is Semana Santa 2021 Happening in Spain?

    March 25, 2021
  • How to,  Thriving

    How to: Bridge the Language Gap

    April 8, 2021 /

    When trying to communicate with someone with a different native language than yours, it’s easy to get stuck in the language gap. In this article we discuss six tactics that will help you bridge the gap and overcome this obstacle.

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    Where Can I Buy That? Stuff Edition

    November 19, 2020

    How to: be a Good Bla Bla Car Rider

    March 9, 2018

    8 things we learned setting up a publishing company in Spain

    March 28, 2024
  • Culture

    Is Semana Santa 2021 Happening in Spain?

    March 25, 2021 /

    As we find ourselves still in a global pandemic in 2021, you may be wondering what is actually happening this year in Spain during Semana Santa. Here’s what is (and what’s not) going on.

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    What is this “Name Day” Tradition in Spain?

    November 5, 2019

    A Smoking Culture

    May 11, 2021

    Confessions: I am a Different Person in Different Languages

    January 18, 2018
  • Language Learning,  Living Abroad

    Cómo Aprender Español: Temas Tabúes

    March 21, 2021 /

    In the fifth episode of our Cómo Aprender Español video series, Dani speaks with Spanish teacher Anabel Fortes about taboo topics that are not usually discuss in the classroom, but that are very important in our real lives.

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    Our Reading Recommendations for Language Learning (Spanish)

    July 10, 2018

    Easy Spanish for Restaurants

    April 30, 2019

    Airports in Spain

    July 30, 2020
  • Culture

    The Signficance of Pomegranates in Granada

    March 11, 2021 /

    The pomegranate is considered the symbol of Granada, but do you know why? The history and folklore goe far beyond just a translation. Learn all about the possible connections here.

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    Who is Lady of Almudena?

    November 7, 2019

    Understanding the Beer Culture in Spain

    April 2, 2019

    Learning How to Drive in Spain (Part 1 – The Basics)

    February 14, 2026
  • Balance,  Confessions,  Thriving

    Confessions: Sometimes I Live in My Own Bubble

    March 2, 2021 /

    For those of you who know me personally, it shouldn’t surprise you that I am a self-proclaiming bubble liver. But what does that really mean? Check out this post to see how I feel about living in a bubble.

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    Four Reasons Why You Need to Take Yourself on a Day Trip

    August 23, 2018

    Confessions: I don’t buy into traditional gift giving

    December 21, 2023

    Healthy Lifestyles: 7 Activities That Make Exercise Feel Fun

    October 17, 2019
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