Your Study Abroad Packing List

There’s no doubt that packing to study abroad can be one of the most daunting processes. There’s so much uncertainly, and no one wants to realize they forgot something crucial! Here are some expert tips on what to pack and what to leave behind so you can spend more time prepping your Spanish and less […]

Introspection and Reflection Deepen Your Study Abroad Experience

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Studying abroad is an exciting and transformative experience. It offers the opportunity to learn a new language, immerse yourself in a different culture, and develop a global perspective. Beyond the academic and cultural aspects, studying in another country is also a deeply personal journey. The students that really make the most of this experience have […]

Shop the Sales with Ease Using These Shopping Vocabulary Words

I remember arriving in Salamanca for my semester abroad in and seeing the word rebajas in almost every window along Calle Toro in the month of February. These signs were advertising the end of the winter fashion season with discounts galore, making way for spring trends. After all, I learned that lots of Spaniards “dress […]

Creating a Mindful Spanish Study Routine

Learning Spanish, like any new language, can be both exciting and overwhelming. With so much vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation to tackle, it’s easy to feel scattered or stressed. A mindful language study routine can help you stay focused, enjoy the process, and achieve better results. Here’s how you can integrate mindfulness into your Spanish learning […]

Understanding Spain’s Political System

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Understanding a country’s politics helps study abroad students navigate daily life and stay informed about local issues, impacting everything from legal rights to safety. It also deepens cultural insight, allowing students to engage meaningfully and develop a global perspective. Understanding politics of a country is really important to understand how people view the world and […]

Make Hypothetical Statements with the Conditional Tense

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As you advance in your Spanish learning journey, you’ll encounter conditional sentences—an essential grammar structure used to talk about hypothetical situations, express possibilities, or discuss what might happen under certain conditions. Learning how to form and use these sentences is key to making your conversations more fluid, and to express exactly what you want to. […]

Child Vs. Adult Language Acquisition: Different but Not Impossible

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If you’ve heard the myth that adults can’t learn a language as well as a child, forget it! Learning a new language like Spanish can be a rewarding but different experience depending on whether you’re a child or an adult. Understanding the key differences in how kids and adults approach language learning can help you […]

Practice Meditation to Overcome Language Learning Anxiety

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Learning a new language, like Spanish, can be both exciting and daunting. For many, the prospect of speaking in a new language brings a sense of achievement, but it can also stir up language learning anxiety. The fear of making mistakes, struggling with pronunciation, or not being understood can create mental blocks that hinder progress. […]

How to Watch Spanish Movies for Language Learning

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You might have heard about people learning English through shows like The Office and wondered if that strategy could work for you, too. Watching Spanish movies is one of the most engaging and enjoyable ways to immerse yourself in the language. Watching Spanish media exposes you to natural speech, cultural nuances, and a variety of […]

A Beginner’s Guide to Ordering at a Restaurant in Spanish

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Eating out in Spanish-speaking countries is a fantastic way to experience local culture, and knowing how to order food in Spanish can make your experience even more enjoyable. Whether you’re visiting a restaurant in a Spanish-speaking country or the local Spanish-speaking restaurant, these key phrases and tips will help you feel confident and ready to […]