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Living the game: Your guide to European football culture
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Sports connect people around the world and can be a great way to tap into the local culture when traveling abroad.Embracing football might be your tic...

Why learn Spanish in Spain
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In the modern world, speaking more than one language is not just a skill; it's a superpower. So why not start with Spanish? With over 400 million ...

8 unique birthday traditions from around the world
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Every country, region, and family across the world has their own special customs to celebrate occasions such as Christmas, Easter, and birthdays. Mayb...

10 Spanish expressions everyone should know
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Spanish is one of the world’s most widely-spoken languages and Castilian (the version spoken in Spain) charms expats and tourists as quickly as the co...

10 hidden gems in Malaga
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For all the amazing attractions that draw countless travelers to Malaga every year, it’s the city’s unique energy that ensures people keep coming back...

10 ways International Women’s Day is marked around the world
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Originally championed and founded by women, International Women’s Day is a global day to celebrate women’s economic, political, and social advancement...

How to eat like the Spanish eat
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One of the best things about visiting Spain is the foodie culture. The fresh Mediterranean ingredients make dishes like paella so good that they’re co...

10 hidden gems in Barcelona
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There are many reasons why Barcelona is one of the most visited places in the world. Sure, the Sagrada Familia and Park Güell are unmissable (seriousl...

10 Netflix shows to learn Spanish with
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Ever feel bad about spending too much time binge-watching Netflix? Well, no need to feel guilty anymore because all that watching is for a good cause ...

5 of my favorite sporting events around the world
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Barcelona, SpainSpain has two of the elite soccer teams on earth in FC Barcelona and Real Madrid. For any true soccer fan these teams are a must see, ...

10 reasons to love Málaga
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Málaga has become a thoroughly chic city, boasting exquisite architecture, sunny beaches, stunning botanical gardens, fabulous cuisine and a culturall...

Top travel tunes for your next adventure
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Winter wanderlust in full swing? Me too. The post-holiday season is the perfect time to reflect on the past year—where you’ve been, what you’ve seen, ...