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Semana Santa: What are Cofradías?
Many people are familiar with the Semana Santa processions that take place during the week before Easter in Spain but what do you know about the groups that organize them? Today we’re taking a look at cofradías.
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Who are Los Reyes Católicos?
The Catholic Monarchs or the Reyes Católicos in Spanish are key players in the history of Spain as we know it. Here we’ve put together a simple introduction to who they are and what they did.
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Help! I’m Suffering Mini Culture Shocks
Do you ever feel like there are little things that throw you off when you are traveling or living abroad? Today we are talking about mini culture shocks—small things that might make a big difference in how confortable you are abroad.
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Weddings in Spain
If you’re preparing to attend or host a wedding in Spain, there are certainly some things youll want to know about this important celebration. Be sure to check out this basic guide to learn what will likely be different for you in terms of Spanish weddings (bodas).
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What is el Día de San José in Spain
Are you wondering what Día de San José is and what tie it has to Father’s Day? Well look no further as we dive into this celebration today!
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All Places are Different: Preparing for a Culture Comparison
Are you aware of how much impact your cultural perspective has how you see other cultures? This post dives in to why cultural comparison is important, and how you can do it without it being a negative comparison.
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What is the Carnaval de Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Did you know that the Carnaval celebration in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is second to only the Carnaval celebration in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil? We’ve got all the basics covered to help you understand this important festival in Spain’s Canary Islands.
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What is el Día de Andalucía (Day of Andalusia)
With so many local festivals in Spain, it is sometimes hard to keep track of what each one means. Today we are diving into one of the most important holidays in southern Spain: Día de Andalucía.
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An Introduction to Spanish Wine
Today we are bringing you a beginner’s guide to Spanish wine with the hope that you will be inspired to get out there and try a glass or two (and report back to us with your favorites!).
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What is el Día de Reyes Magos in Spain
Happy día de Reyes! Do you know what that means or are you just wondering what is going on in Spain on the 6th of January? Here we are diving into how Spaniards celebrate the Epiphany.
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Televised New Year’s Eve Program in Spain
New Years Eve (Nochevieja) is a special time of year in Spain when most will actually stay home and have dinner with their family, accompanied by a very important televised New Year’s Eve program.
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Snapshots of Spain at Christmas
We’ve told you an awful lot about this festive time of year, but a picture is worth a thousand words so enjoy this more visual representation and insights into Spain at Christmas time.