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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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Thriving is Just Striving!
I’ve had the feeling for awhile now that we need to change the way in which we define ‘thriving’ and it turns out that my inkling has led me right back to the TRUE definition of ‘thriving’—I think you’ll be happily surprised!
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Easy Spanish for Traveling
Will you be traveling in a Spanish-speaking country soon? If so, we recommend you learn (or brush up on) these important expressions for traveling in Spanish. From your flight to the hotel to the sightseeing, we’ve got you covered!
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How to: Send emails with Spaniards
Sending formal emails in your non-native language can be scary—trust me I’ve been there. After years of writing formal emails in Spanish, here are my top three tips to being successful without stressing too much.
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What Does “No hay de qué” Mean?
Have you heard the expression no hay de que while studying, living, or traveling abroad in Spain and you are wondering what it means? Well look no further! Here we explain this Spanish expression and share how it’s used in real life.
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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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How Don Quijote Became a Teen Mom
Sometimes the life of a pet-owner throws you curveballs! Check out our guest writer Skylar’s story about how her newfound kitten unexpectedly became a mama cat.
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Visiting the Catedral de Córdoba: Everything you need to know
The Cathedral in Córdoba, also often referred to as La Mezquita, is actually a two-for-one deal as you get to see a proper Catholic cathedral insight a Moorish mosque! It is a site that shouldn’t be missed during your wanderings in Spain.
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What is el Día de las Islas Baleares
March 1st is Día de las Islas Baleares, or Balearic Day, the official celebration of the Balearic Islands and their diverse heritage. Read more about the history and traditions of this special day.
