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Culture & Traditions

Fascinating insights into the festivals, customs, art, and vibrant lifestyles across Hispanic nations

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The Strangest Monuments in Spain

Spain has some monuments that could strike visitors as very strange because of their odd shape, history or location. Take a look and discover it

10/19/20153 min
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Puentes: Long Weekends in Spain

Puente: a figure of speech we use to talk about the days we take off between two holidays. They are similar to “bank holidays” or “public holidays”

10/08/20153 min

Why are Spanish versions of songs different?

Why are Spanish versions of English songs so different? We'll give you the answers.

10/05/20153 min
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Ten reasons you'll want to come back to Spain

Have you gone home after your stay in Spain only to feel slightly nostalgic? Do you want to come back, but you don't know why?

10/01/20153 min
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Ten reasons why you'll return to Spain

We'll give you ten reasons why we're sure you'll return to Spain. You might not know some of the interesting things we recommend.

10/01/20153 min

The propina in Spain - Learn Spanish

Having trouble leaving tips in Spain? We explain the rules you must follow.

09/24/20152 min
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Leaving a Tip in Spain

Many tourists and students who come to our country don’t know how much money they should leave to show their gratitude for good service

09/24/20153 min

If you come to Spain you will find…

Spain has monuments and places that rival the most iconic in the world. Would you like to discover them?

09/14/20152 min
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Feria de Abril Seville: Festival Guide

Feria de Abril Seville: Festival Guide

09/13/20156 min

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