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What Does “Buen Provecho” Mean?
Noticed that people in Spain may say “Bueno provecho” or even “Que aproveche” or “Aproveche” after food is served? Let’s talk about what the different forms really mean and how you can use them without offending.
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Help: Why is Everything in Spain Closed in August?
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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The Feria de Málaga
Looking for a fun festival this August? Check out all the Feria de Málaga has to offer—from the city center to the fairgrounds, you won’t be left bored!
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Visiting the The Sagrada Familia: Everything You Need to Know
If you’re in Barcelona (or even near to it) you simply MUST make time for the Sagrada Familia. It’s unlike any other church, cathedral, or temple you’ve ever seen.
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Why do People Walk Everywhere in Spain?
Spend a bit of time in Spain and you’ll notice that so many people seems to choose walking over traveling by car or even public transportation. What’s up with that? Lace up your shoes and let me walk you through it.
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Our Reading Recommendations for Language Learning (Spanish)
We’ve compile a list of our personal recommendations for those of you looking to jump into the great language learning technique of reading in Spanish.
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What are the Sanfermines
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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Sangria for a Spanish Summer (even if you’re across the pond)
Ever wondered about if you could make delicious sangria at home? Well look no further, we are here to tell you that you can! Learn more about this Spanish drink in this article!
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How to: Celebrate Birthdays in Spain
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
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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Student-Teacher Relationships in Spain (Part I)
In part 1, we’re diving into some of the differences you may experience in student-teacher relationships here in Spain from the perspective of an English teacher working with both children and adults.
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Managing Reverse Culture Shock
It’s not uncommon to feel frustration and resistance to your own culture upon returning home after a long time abroad. For those of you dealing with reverse culture shock, we’ve got some tips and personal insights to share.
