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    What is el Día de Reyes Magos in Spain

    January 6, 2019 /

    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

    December 30, 2018 /

    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

    December 16, 2018 /

    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.

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    The Acceptance of Homosexuality in Spain

    December 4, 2018 /

    The way a culture sees different types of people varies every where you go. Join us as we discover how Spain accepts homosexuality both from a legal and social standpoint.

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    The Importance of Coffee Shops in Spain

    November 6, 2018 /

    Are you wondering what role coffee plays in Spain? This article dives into the coffee culture that can be seen in this country. Trust us, you’ll love it as much as the Spaniards do!

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  • Culture

    Who is Francisco Franco?

    October 14, 2018 /

    If you don’t know who he was, you should. General Francisco Franco is one of the men who has had the most impact on our beloved Spain in the last century. Check out this post for an introduction.

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    What does October 12th mean in Spain?

    October 12, 2018 /

    Are you wondering why everything is closed on the 12th of October in Spain? Well we are here to give you insight to why that is! Check out this article for more information about this holiday.

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    What do teachers in Spain wear?

    August 21, 2018 /

    If you’re wondering what the dress code is like here in Spain, you’ll want to check out our insights about the what teachers actually wear…it may not be as formal as you’d expect.

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    Help: Why is Everything in Spain Closed in August?

    July 27, 2018 /

    Planning a summer getaway to Spain? Make sure to keep in mind that all but the largest cities shut down a bit during these months—especially August. Wondering what to expect?

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    What are the Sanfermines

    July 8, 2018 /

    You’ve probably heard of the running of the bulls, but do you know the most famous celebration of them?? Sanfermines is a celebration held in mid July in Pamplona where people come from all over the world to participate.

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    How to: Celebrate Birthdays in Spain

    June 19, 2018 /

    Are you going to be celebrating your birthday while abroad? Is a good Spanish friend of your turning a year older and you're not sure how they do birthdays in Spain? This article has got you covered!

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    What you should know about Washington Irving

    June 10, 2018 /

    For English-speakers, Washington Irving is best known as the author of short stories like “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” but here in Spain he is loved for his historical works that put Spain back on the map.

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