Tag: spain
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Day hikes around Murcia, Spain
Murcia is an underrated region with some of the most beautiful views I’ve seen in Spain. I recommend visiting for a day hike or longer backpacking trip along the coast. Algezares: La Fuensanta Murcia has 19 natural areas and seven regional parks, including Carrascoy y El Valle. The park is large and has lots of…
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On turning 25
I remember reading the Brazilian novel, “The Alchemist,” in high school and being struck by finding depth in simplicity: how fables and children’s stories can still be for adults. Later, when I studied in Costa Rica, I tried to read the book in Spanish and a professor laughed at me and called the book “cheesy.”…
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Regions of Spain: Madrid!!
In honor of Hispanic Day (Día de la Hispanidad) or National Day (Fiesta Nacional de España), my school was given a long weekend with Thursday and Friday off. In Spain, they call these puentes (bridges.) After work on Wednesday, I took a blablacar and drove the 3.5-4 hours to Madrid to see my friend Amanda. Amanda and…
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Regions of Spain: Valencia
I’m starting off my stay in the Spanish region of Valencia in the province of Alicante, where my cousin Layla and her husband Ian live. Spain has 17 autonomous regions (Comunidades Autónomas) which are further divided into 50 provinces. I will move to the city of Murcia in the Murcia region, which is about an…
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Moving to Spain: logistics
Moving to Spain The logistics of moving to another continent can be tricky. However, with research and patience, living abroad is achievable. I’ve already touched on the process for applying with the Ministry and receiving a visa. Once these are accomplished, it’s time to understand the basic logistics of how to live. Flights First, I…
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So you want to teach in Spain
I’m in the process of receiving a visa to live and teach in Spain. As with any position I take, I want to help people understand the resources and opportunities available to them to work and travel. I will go through the first stages of the Auxiliares de Conversación Program and direct you to…
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I’m moving to Spain!
When I last wrote, I was in the process of moving the tiny house to Austin. As of now, I will live in the house for the next two months in Corsicana, but my ultimate plans have changed. In September, I will move to Spain. After a series of logistical failures and fortunate events, I…