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Integrating the Holiday Season into your Travel Plans
If you’re planning a trip to Spain (or anywhere, really) during the Christmas-New Year’s holiday season, there are quite a few things you should plan for! Read up on all our tips to help you integrate the festivities and avoid headaches.
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What You Should Know About Fashion in Spain
Today we welcome guest writer and fashion authority, Nina, to share what she’s learned about Spanish fashion while shopping and living abroad.
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What is Día de la Constitución or December 6th holidays?
Are you wondering why things are closed on December 6th in Spain? It is because they celebrate the Día de la Constitución or the Day of the Constitution. This article dives into this special holiday.
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Catholic but not Catholic
Religion is something that we cannot separate from culture in a country like Spain. This article dives into how Spanish people can seem (paradoxically) both really Catholic and not at all.
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I’ll Never Truly be Spanish…
It isn't always easy living in a different place to where you grew up and changing cultures. This post is in a series of articles talking about finding balance with the new you...even if you'll never be Spanish.
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International Love: A Spaniard’s Insights on Dating a Brit
Wondering what it’s like to date a Brit? Today’s guest writer, Luis, opens up about his international love story—sharing their cultures, creating their own language, and ups and downs along the way.
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International Love: An American’s Insights on Dating a Spaniard
Wondering what it’s like to date a Spaniard? Today’s guest writer, Mary, opens up about her international love story—sharing their cultures, manuevering language barriers, and all the laughs along the way.
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Who is Lady of Almudena?
Are you curious about who is the Lady of Almudena, the female patron saint of Madrid, Spain? Well look no further as we dive into her story in this article today.
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What is this “Name Day” Tradition in Spain?
Did you know that it is common to celebrate your “name day” here in Spain (as well as many other European countries)? If this is a new concept to you, be sure to check out some of the basics about this tradition!
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How to: Tapas in Granada
The art of ordering tapas―tapeando―may seem simple, but there are a few things we think you should know before you go out for free food here in Granada. Read up ahead of time so you can hit the bar as a pro!
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What is the Mediterranean Diet?
If you’re interested in eating more healthfully through the Mediterranean Diet but uncertain exactly what that means or what such food looks like here in Spain, this article’s for you!
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Types of Celebrations in Spain
As a general rule, Spaniards love to celebrate! And this post has been developed to share insight into different kinds of celebrations that you will find during your time in Spain.