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Too old to learn Spanish?
by Lindsay Cook on 2/2/2011 4:48:31 PM
Learning a language is something that can be done at any age. While I am spending 6 months here in Salamanca, as part of my university degree, languages can be learnt at any stage of life, and not only through formal… more »
Living by Spanish Time
by Lindsay Cook on 1/24/2011 2:11:28 PM
The Spanish people are renowned for their slower and more relaxed pace of life. They are famous for having a “mañana” attitude, most things can be done tomorrow or another time!The Spaniards live in a far… more »
2011 - Spain and Smoke free bars!
by Kimberly on 1/10/2011 10:35:03 AM
Hello everyone! You may have noticed that there has been a slight lag in blogs for the last couple of weeks. I am sure you cannot blame us, since you were probably hanging out with your family and enjoying the… more »
Spanish Christmas Lottery at Doña Manolita's in Madrid
by Kimberly on 12/14/2010 2:28:26 PM
The Spanish Christmas Lottery is one of the most famous in the world and is held on the 22nd of December each year. It is known as the Sorteo de Navidad (Christmas Drawing) or Lotería de Navidad (Christmas… more »
Air Chaos and Zapatero Defends Government Actions
by Kimberly on 12/10/2010 2:34:21 PM
You may have heard about it, Spanish airspace was closed on Friday the 3rd of December causing, to say the least, chaos.Friday was the first day of the longest Spanish holiday weekend of the year given that Monday the… more »
Spanish Success at the San Sebastian Film Festival
by Olivia Elson on 9/27/2010 12:05:00 AM
Last Saturday 25th September saw the conclusion of the prestigious 9-day long San Sebastian International Film Festival. Taking place in what is arguably the Basque Country's most fashionable and artistic city (its… more »
Watch Out!
by Laura Ellis on 8/23/2010 9:19:00 AM
Fresh from mountains of controversy regarding the banning of bullfighting in Catalonia, as well the injuries encountered at San Fermines, it seems that more problems are occuring in the Spanish world, not a good sign… more »
The Clegg Family Enjoy a Spanish Retreat in Castilla y León
by Olivia Elson on 8/10/2010 3:21:00 PM
This week the UK's deputy Prime Minister, Nick Clegg, has been holidaying in Olmedo, an area in the province of Valladolid. It is located a little over an hour away from Salamanca, in the autonomous region Castile… more »
Phrases for Surviving in Spain
by Laura Ellis on 8/9/2010 10:00:00 AM
Heading out on holiday to Spain sometime soon, for festivals or simply a break from everyday life?Here are some handy phrases to keep you going:Me llamo - My name isHablo inglés/un poco español - I speak… more »
Fame in Spain
by Laura Ellis on 7/8/2010
So it's been an exciting week in Spain and an amazing experience, especially as regards sport!Firstly the tennis! So Nadal got his second Wimbledon title, and left his opponent trailing behind, and well when you look… more »