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Understanding Bars in Spain
We’ve got no shortage of bars in Spain and so we wanted to share with you some insights and things to know in order to help you understand the bar scene while you’re here.
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Help! My Private Lesson is a Disaster
We’re all been there—from time to time, our lesson plan seems to just blow up in our faces. Don’t worry, we’ve got some important tips and considerations to help you avoid true disaster in your English classes.
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Who is Francisco Franco?
If you don’t know who he was, you should. General Francisco Franco is one of the men who has had the most impact on our beloved Spain in the last century. Check out this post for an introduction.
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What does October 12th mean in Spain?
Are you wondering why everything is closed on the 12th of October in Spain? Well we are here to give you insight to why that is! Check out this article for more information about this holiday.
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Creating a Friendship with Someone who doesn’t Speak the Same Language
Have you ever felt stuck when you really want to talk to someone but don’t speak the same language? Us too! This is why we are diving into our top tips for how to communicate with people even when conversation…
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What you need to know about Bilbao
Located in the Basque Country, Bilbao used to be little more than an industrial port city but nowadays it is full of modern art and architecture and is a tourist’s dream. We’ve got everything you’ll want to know to get…
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How to: Communicate with Someone who has Limited English
It can be difficult to have a coherent conversation when the person you’re trying to communicate with has limited knowledge of English. After years of situations like this teaching English and living abroad, we’ve got plenty of techniques to help…
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How to: Plan and Execute a Successful Private Lesson for Kids
Planning a private lesson, especially when you’re new to teaching English, can be intimidating but we’re breaking it down into simple, applicable tips to help you thrive when teaching English in Spain.
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How to: Get Private Lessons (as a Teacher) in Spain
Looking to teach private English lessons in Spain but not sure how to find students? We’ve got the low-down on how to find the students to fill up your schedule fast with lots of clases particulares.
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Travel Essentials for a Weekend Away
Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or a first-timer, the weekend-away can be a tricky one to pack for. Thankfully, our guest writer, Caroline ZuHone, has some solid tips to help you figure out the essentials for short travel.
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Language Learning: It’s all about Confidence
Learning a language is not easy, but I have one tip to help you improve your skills—be confident in yourself! Not sure how to do this? Check out this post to find our top tips to start becoming more sure…
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Top Tips for Making food in Hostels/Airbnb
Thinking about how you are going to make the most of the kitchen at your hostel or Airbnb? Check out our top tips to ensure that you have a good experience cooking during your travels.