So many people ask us about the kids education in Spain and it is never easy to answer. You see we can’t speak for all of the schools in Spain, we can only share with you our experience. We are certain that everyone has different experiences depending on location, type of school and the biggest variable, the students attending.
Tag Archives: Expat
Humidity, Toilets, Critters and More – Adjusting To Thailand
Heading in to this adventure, while seemingly confident on the surface, underneath I was a little worried. Worried about how the family would acclimate to Thailand, the food, weather and culture.
The Simple Life As An Expat In Spain
I am just loving our Spring weather, as it gets me out walking the town a bit more. This morning I was walking Anya to school and we didn’t even need a jacket. I bet you are wondering why Lars wasn’t with us. Well, he is at that age now, nearly 12. That means he would rather die, than be caught with his mom walking him to school. In fact, when Anya and I announced we were walking this morning, he said “NO!” We finally compromised and said we would give a 5 minute spacing between our departures, so there is no way we would catch up to each other. Ugh!


Hear The Kids Speak In Spanish -18 Months Living In Spain!
Can you believe we have been expats in Spain for 18 months?! It is absolutely amazing how fast the time has flown by. We are in “just normal life” here and for us Almuñécar has been the best place to live in Spain. No matter where we travel, upon return, our choice is validated with that comfortable feeling of home.
No Schengen Visa Needed For Wagoners Abroad!
So I am sure some of you are asking, “What the heck is a Schengen Visa?” While others are well aware of it and the limitations. Just to be brief the Schengen Visa is an agreement between 25 countries (22 European Union states and 3 non-EU members). A Schengen Visa allows the holder to travel freely within the Schengen countries for a maximum stay of up to 90 days in a 6 month period, thus avoiding the hassle and expense of obtaining individual visas for each country. So how did we manage to stay in Spain, a member of the Schengen Zone, the entire year without a Schengen Visa?
Thinking of Spain as an Expat?
Spain and the laid back “mañana” lifestyle attracts many tourists but it also attracts people who find themselves wishing to leave behind their own stressful culture in the hope of finding something better. Continue reading
5 Things you need to Know before Moving Overseas
Moving overseas can be a very exciting prospect, but it definitely requires some solid planning. Many people have a romanticized idea of moving to another country and although the experience will be full of wonderful new adventures, it will not be always be easy or even pleasant. Moving overseas is challenging and sometimes just plain hard work, especially in the preparation stages.
Alan Interviewed by Moving Abroad With Children
Selling our home vs renting, while living abroad
One of the main things to consider when moving abroad is what to do with your current home. Will you be renting or selling your home when moving abroad?