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Why Spain’s Easter hoods look like the KKK – and why they’re nothing alikeThe capes and pointed hats seen during Semana Santa may look sinister, but they have centuries-old Catholic roots Visitors to Spain during Semana Santa (Holy Week) might be startled to see groups of people walking through the streets dressed.. 15/04/2025
What on earth is a torrija? Spain’s most irresistible Easter treat explainedThis sweet Spanish spin on French toast is everywhere this Holy Week – here’s what it’s made of and why it’s so beloved As Semana Santa (Holy Week) celebrations take over Spain this week, you may have noticed something.. 14/04/2025
Why doesn't Spain celebrate April Fools' Day?The Spanish have their own practical joke day, but it's in December, not on April 1... Every year on April 1, people in the English-speaking world become a little more sceptical about what they read and see online, and become wary of friends and.. 01/04/2025
The importance of experience in health insuranceWhen choosing a health insurer in Spain, it’s important to go with someone who has proven experience Experience allows us to learn and to clearly define the way forward. It is a quality of great value and importance in a health insurance company.. 11/03/2025
Netflix to release docuseries about Carlos AlcarazA three-part documentary series showcasing the Spanish tennis star will be available worldwide from April 23 Netflix has announced the release of a new docuseries about Spanish tennis sensation Carlos Alcaraz. Titled ‘Carlos Alcaraz: My Way&.. 11/03/2025
With ASSSA health insurance, protection throughout your life in Spain Age is a factor that health insurance companies take into account when assessing risk acceptance for a new Policyholder. This is why they set a maximum contracting age. In addition, one of the concerns of the Policyholders is whether an increase.. 20/01/2025
Plastic bottles change again in 2025: After attached bottle caps, EU introduces another new ruleConsumers have already had to contend with bottle caps that don’t come off, but now there’s another adjustment coming for plastic bottles this year Just as we’ve all become used to non-removable caps on our plastic bottles.. 20/01/2025
Spanish Christmas Lottery: What is El Gordo and why is it such a big deal?Spain’s El Gordo lottery, which is drawn on December 22 each year, is famous for giving out the most cash prizes per ticket purchased in the world Spain’s Christmas Lottery, known in Spanish as El Gordo, literally means “the Fat..
History of the Spanish FlagThe design was chosen by Charles III in 1785 to distinguish Spanish ships on the high seas We all know and recognise the famous red-and-yellow striped flag of Spain that can be seen fluttering on many balconies and official buildings in the country..
Investigation finds Columbus may have been Jewish and Spanish Documentary raises questions over Columbus and his ancestry An investigation into the remains of Christopher Columbus, has concluded that the explorer may have been a Spanish Jew rather than a son of Genoa. Columbus, whose voyage.. 14/10/2024
First Neanderthal with Down syndrome found in SpainThe discovery reveals that early humans were compassionate towards disabled children The fossil of a six-year-old Neanderthal child found in Valencia, Spain, suggests that early humans cared for their vulnerable without expecting anything in return.. 15/07/2024
Noche de San Juan: Top 5 towns to celebrate the beach bonfire festival in SpainThe summer solstice festival of fireworks will take place throughout the country on Friday night, June 23 into the early hours of Saturday Summer is literally around the corner, and its arrival heralds the launch of the biggest and most famous festival..
Can Spain face England in the Euro 2024? Predictions and oddsThere could be a Spain vs England final in the Euros this year... Spain is one of the main favourites to win the UEFA Euro 2024. This national team has a very strong team that is capable of dominating every match. Its squad features the perfect mix.. 19/06/2024
Shane MacGowan and his strange obsession with SpainDiscover the hidden love the chaotic Pogues frontman had for Spanish poetry and history The late, great Shane MacGowan of The Pogues will perhaps best be remembered as the defining voice of a generation of Irish people living outside their native..
The new alternative walking route to the Camino de Santiago in Spain which is actually 1,600 years oldPilgrims walking the St James Way in Spain from Andalusia may have walked the Eulalia Way to Mérida already without knowing it Every year, over 300,000 people walk the St. James Way in Spain, the Camino de Santiago pilgrim hiking route and, with..
These are the top 5 English words that the Spanish use but never pronounce correctlyThe Spanish language borrows a lot of words from English, but people in Spain are often unable to pronounce them Most foreign expats initially struggle with the pronunciation of the letters 'j' and 'v' or the double 'll' or the &#..
What is that Spanish black bull road sign? The little-known story of the Osborne bullsThe enormous bull silhouettes can be found along roadsides all across Spain Anyone who has driven along a motorway in Spain for some distance will likely have spotted an Osborne bull at some point: a towering black silhouette, most measuring 14 metres..
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