Ten Spanish Language Courses You live in the UK and want to start learning Spanish? Most people would encourage you to take advantage of online classes. There are some great apps and online Spanish courses that can help you learn the language. But there’s something about …
For the last year I have been immersed in decluttering my home. With the recent lockdown due to Coronavirus across Europe. Our homes have suddenly become a place where we spend all of our time. Home improvements, tidying and cleaning are suddenly come to our attention. …
Expat life in Spain can be an adventure and a new start. After the initial settling in period, the novelty of life abroad may wane. When the daily routine sets in, things may seen more challenging. From Spain Visa & Residency challenges to learning to speak …
My Christmas Preparation… Throughout November I have seen the ad breaks on TV become more and more Christmassy. As we are now almost halfway through November I am ramping up my own Christmas preparation. I don´t actually begin with Christmas shopping, that is that final part …
Studying abroad or getting an education from another state other than your home country could arise from a number of reasons. You may have scored yourself a full or partial scholarship, or your parents may decide to send you away to further your studies. Be it …
Spain isn’t the most popular country for foreign students. Bureaucratic procedures don’t make it easy for foreigners to easily get residency permits. But you know what? That’s changing. The country benefits from cultural diversity; and the universities certainly benefit from the money injection they get from …
Once in a while I meet British friends who live in Spain but are frustrated that they don´t have a good level of Spanish. Here are a few tips that helped me to improve my Spanish. When I arrived to Barcelona I wanted to get a job in …
Aboard a Spanish Cruise Enjoying a Spanish Cruise in off peak season can be a good travel opportunity. Prices are lower than in the busy summer holidays. Also the destinations are quieter and make for great photos too. Early in the year (February to April) is a …
Spanish property is one of the subjects I get most questions about. Buying a home in Spain is something that many dream about and with careful planning you can make this become a reality. Frequent questions I get in my inbox and comments are: Where should …
Despite loving Shopping in Spain and Spanish ShoesI just realised I have barely written about these things. If you are anything like me part of the incentive to travel or visit anywhere is the shopping. Quirky Souvenirs , yummy local food or great clothing that no one has back home. …