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Places to see in Spain: La Valle de las Batuecas
by Lauren on Monday, December 31, 2012
The Valle de las Batuecas is a deep valley surrounded by mountains and forestland which the crystal waters of the River Batuecas flow through. This spectacular corner of the earth remained uninhabited for quite some… more »
5 Public Squares to See in Spain at Christmas
by Dilek on Friday, December 28, 2012
Christmas and New Year’s Eve are important events for Spaniards that they celebrate with great enthusiasm and joy. While Christmas in Spain is family gathering event around dinner table, New Year’s Eve… more »
Christmas Traditions in Spain
by Kimberly on Thursday, December 27, 2012
There are a few interesting customs that make Navidad in Spain so unique, and keep the merriment going in between the religious celebrations that make up this holiday season. Spanish Christmas traditions… more »
La Alberca - village in the province of Salamanca
by Lauren on Monday, December 24, 2012
La Alberca is a village in the province of Salamanca. Itis so called due to the fact that the village used to be inhabited by “los Moros” and berca is a Moorish word meaning lake. It is possible to say that… more »
Spanish Towns Built on the Edge
by Dilek on Thursday, December 20, 2012
Have you ever felt living on the edge? Not metaphorically speaking it is for real! Living in a house hanging on a cliff or high rocks might sound scary and unbelievable but there are some Spanish towns that make it… more »
Places to visit in Spain: Bejar
by Lauren on Monday, December 17, 2012
The town of Béjar gets its name from the Spanish word “Abeja” meaning bumble bee. There is an organized bike ride called “5 Abejas” that takes place in Béjar and last year the town… more »
What Spain has to offer
by Dilek on Thursday, December 13, 2012
Spain is a well known country for its traditions, music, flamenco, being a pioneer in football, delicious tapas, outstanding olive oil and many more. Spain alone itself stands out as a brand and clearly be indentified… more »
Cities in Spain: Ciudad Rodrigo
by Lauren on Monday, December 10, 2012
Ciudad Rodrigo is situated on the banks of the Águeda River at the foot of a mountain range. The Spanish city was first populated by a tribe called the “Vetones” and then, 400 years later, by the… more »
Summertime Christmas in Argentina
by Dilek on Friday, December 7, 2012
Christmas (la Navidad) is celebrated with Catholic traditions in Argentina considering it is a country of immigrants came from Europe; it is also possible to see the traces of Italian, German and other characteristics… more »
A Guide to Salamanca City
by Lauren on Monday, December 3, 2012
The beautiful city of Salamanca is situated in reach of the capital city of Madrid. If you are flying to Madrid airport, you can either catch the train or book a coach. The journey lasts just under 3 hours with either… more »
Sweet Fifteen Celebration in Latin American Countries
by Dilek on Thursday, November 29, 2012
Leaving the childhood and becoming a woman is an important phase and Latin American countries have a tradition to celebrate it which is called quinceañera (quince años). The word refers to the girl who… more »
The capital of Spain by Night: Madrid Nightlife
by Lauren on Monday, November 26, 2012
Madrid by night - some people say that Madrid is “the city that never sleeps”. It’s true that the Spanish are more likely to stay outside eating and drinking into the small hours than any other… more »
Understanding Spaniards and Spanish Customs
by Dilek on Thursday, November 22, 2012
Like every country, Spain also has its own traditions and customs. Here are some tips that will help you learn Spanish culture and make your life easier during your visit.Siesta: It is a common tradition in most of the… more »
What to see in Madrid: Gran Via, Plaza de Cibeles and Plaza Espana
by Lauren on Monday, November 19, 2012
Gran ViaThe Gran Via in Madrid is mostly occupied by shops – Zara and Mango as well as many other big-name Spanish brands can be found there. There is also a great selection of bars and restaurants surrounding… more »
Senderismo: Spanish Healthy Lifestyle
by Dilek on Thursday, November 15, 2012
Spaniards love to walk whenever they have the chance, maybe that’s the reason why they are always fit and healthy. Senderismo can be considered to be the major element of healthy life style in Spain besides… more »
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