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    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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  • Culture,  Food,  Preparing

    What is the Mediterranean Diet?

    October 15, 2019 /

    If you’re interested in eating more healthfully through the Mediterranean Diet but uncertain exactly what that means or what such food looks like here in Spain, this article’s for you!

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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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  • Adapting

    Why Are You Abroad Anyways?

    October 8, 2019 /

    Has someone asked you (or have you when questioning yourself) about why you are abroad? If you find yourself in this situation, check out this post to understand the importance your ‘why.’

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  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    What Does “(Me) Da Igual” Really Mean!?

    October 3, 2019 /

    Have you heard these expressions in conversation but still have doubts about their meanings and differences? Or do you just want to learn new Spanish expressions. Either way, we’ve got what you’re looking for!

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  • Culture,  Preparing

    An Introduction to the Spanish School System

    September 26, 2019 /

    School is different all around the world and what you find in Spain is likely to surprise you. To give you a betting insight into the Spanish school system, we are breaking it down for you from an insider’s perspective.

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    November 14, 2019

    Help! What is happening with the service?

    October 6, 2017
  • Adapting,  Culture,  Living Abroad

    Work-to-Live vs. Live-to-Work

    September 24, 2019 /

    When moving to a new place, little things about the new culture can often surprise you. Check out this article to see how we are analyzing the work situation in Spain.  

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  • Living Abroad

    Creating Home-Away-From-Home

    September 15, 2019 /

    Living abroad isn’t easy and can even be downright difficult. Today we are sharing Claudia’s story of how she is making her new city home… without loosing the magic of being a tourist.

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  • 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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  • Language Learning

    My Experience Learning Spanish

    August 18, 2019 /

    Learning a language is an experience in itself. Today Claudia is diving into what her Spanish adventure was like and the elements she finds most important if you want to go on your own language learning journey.

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  • Culture,  Thriving

    Understanding the Weather in Spain

    July 25, 2019 /

    The weather in Spain isn’t ALWAYS sunny. Check out this post and video to understand more about Spanish weather and how to thrive in its ever-changing climate

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  • Adapting,  Food

    Creating Spanish Friendship Through Food and Drink

    July 16, 2019 /

    We have talked about making friends with Spaniards before but in this two part series we dive into how making friends in Spain is related to food and drink. Part one is dedicated to understanding and adapting.

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