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    What Semana Santa Means to Me: An Interview with a Granadina

    April 5, 2020 /

    In honor of the beginning of Holy Week, we bring you an interview with a Spaniard on what this week and its traditions mean to her and her family.

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    Weddings in Spain

    March 19, 2019

    To Party or Not to Party

    October 26, 2017

    Traditions: Christmas Lunch/Dinner in Spain

    December 10, 2020
  • Culture

    Flamenco Traditions in Spain

    March 5, 2020 /

    What do you really know about the Spanish tradition of flamenco? Today we dive into a brief history of this music and dance as well as dig deeper in an exclusive interview with Rudy López Garcés, founder of Solera Espectáculos Granada.

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    What does October 12th mean in Spain?

    October 12, 2018

    An Introduction: Pablo Picasso

    January 7, 2018

    Martes 13

    February 13, 2018
  • Culture,  Travel

    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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    What is Cultural Transition? and How to Deal with it

    August 13, 2020

    An Introduction to Spanish Ferias

    April 6, 2018

    Traditions: La Lotería de Navidad in Spain

    December 1, 2020
  • 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: Travel on a Budget

    August 27, 2019

    What You Should Know about Tarifa

    September 24, 2017

    What You Need to Know About Gibraltar

    March 24, 2019
  • 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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    Visiting the Catedral de Córdoba: Everything you need to know

    February 17, 2019

    Living and Traveling in Spain as a Black Person: An Interview with Somto

    April 6, 2021

    What You Need to Know about Logroño

    June 24, 2018
  • 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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    How to: Balance Two Worlds

    November 3, 2020

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

    May 4, 2021

    Why You Should Travel Alone

    October 3, 2017
  • Travel

    Traveling by Train through Spain

    August 29, 2019 /

    Are you curious about traveling around Spain by train? This post goes into the basics about how you can use trains while visiting or living in Spain and some tips for how to make them fit your plans.

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    Snapshots of Spain during Semana Santa

    April 1, 2018

    How Travel is a Secret Weapon in the Real World

    November 20, 2018

    Visiting Alicante: Everything You Need to Know

    October 8, 2017
  • How to,  Travel

    How to: Travel on a Budget

    August 27, 2019 /

    Traveling doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg—in fact, we’d argue that these money-saving tips will actually make your traveling experience BETTER! Check out our sixteen stellar tips for traveling on a budget.

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    Renting an Apartment in Spain

    August 6, 2019

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

    November 5, 2020

    Top Three Things to Consider Before Relocating to Spain

    March 1, 2022
  • Culture

    Día de Santiago in Spain

    July 21, 2019 /

    Saint James (or Santiago in Spanish) is the Patron Saint to Spain. His “day” is celebrated on the 25th of July. In this post we cover a little bit of the history and celebrations that you will see if you are lucky enough to be in Galicia on this day.

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    Semana Santa: Who You See in Processions

    March 30, 2021

    Fútbol as a Religion in Spain

    June 18, 2019

    Easy and Healthy Spanish Recipes

    May 7, 2020
  • Culture,  Preparing

    Fútbol as a Religion in Spain

    June 18, 2019 /

    Have you ever wondered if the obsession with soccer (fútbol in Spanish) in Spain was actually as big as it seems from the outside looking in? Read this article to see why we think fútbol is almost like a religion in Spain.

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    PDA is Everywhere in Spain

    May 8, 2018

    What’s the Difference Between Gazpacho and Salmorejo?

    July 1, 2021

    My Experience with Eating Outdoors in Spain

    July 28, 2019
  • Living Abroad in Finland,  Travel

    What You Need to Know About Helsinki

    June 9, 2019 /

    Wondering about Helsinki in Finland and why you should visit (hint, you should!)? Check out this article for our top tips on what to see and what traditional pastry to try!

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    January 17, 2023
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    October 20, 2022
  • Travel

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

    May 26, 2019 /

    Wondering why everyone is so excited for the 30th of May in the Canary Islands? Here we talk about the history behind and the celebrations that take place during the celebration of this region.

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    Visiting Castillo de Colomares: Everything you need to know

    January 13, 2019

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    June 24, 2021

    An Introduction to Catalan Politics

    June 23, 2020
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