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A Guide to the Different Regions in Spain
Exciting news for the auxiliares in the 2016-2017 year! Previously, there were certain regions of Spain that were not participating in the language and cultural assistants program. This year, however,...
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The Auxiliares Timeline
If you’re anything like me, you’re wondering about when you can start expecting things. I’ve never been the most patient person in the world (haha) so I’m here to help calm your nerves! I am always...
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Auxiliares de Conversación: FAQs
I debated titling this post: “Auxiliares: Why Patience is a Virtue” but ultimately, it will be a source where I attempt to answer the most frequently asked questions about the program. Why is patience...
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2 Months to Go: Self Doubt & Second Thoughts
It’s July. My departure to Spain is just two months away. Two short months. And yet, I haven’t begun preparing much of anything. I don’t have my visa (late carta de nombramiento from Madrid). I don’t...
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My Visa Application Nightmare: aka How I Came to Understand Murphy’s Law
When I initially wrote the post about Applying for Your Visa, I thought everything would be sunshine and roses. All the people who complain about what a pain it is just don’t do their research, I...
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Preparing for Spain: What to Do Before You Leave
So you think you’re ready for Spain, do ya? Well good, I hope you are! Here are some helpful tips to keep in mind before you decide to hop the Atlantic and head overseas. Make sure you’ve saved enough...
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Applying for your TIE in Madrid
Congratulations! You made it to Spain! You have successfully applied to the Auxiliares de Conversación program. You’ve overcome the hurdle of applying for your visa! You booked a plane ride over the...
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Staying in Spain?
I can’t believe it’s time for another year of auxiliares applications! Time flies, doesn’t it? This time a year ago, I was freaking out about what I wanted to do, where I wanted to go, who I wanted to...
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A Week in the Life of an Auxiliar
The two most popular things people visit my site for are VIPKid and work as an auxiliar. While I’ve tried to be good with my posts on VIPKid, I’ve definitely slacked when it comes to talking about my...
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Life in Montana vs Life in Spain
Before I decided to participate in the Auxiliares de Conversación Program, I was so curious to see how people lived in Spain. Everyone wants to know how big, dramatic life changes affect the way in...
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