Spain

Bullfighting is a controversial tradition. For some, it’s seen as a respected art form that’s integral to Spanish culture. Conservative newspapers such as La Razón even have a section dedicated to the practice, where bullfighting is covered under culture rather than […]

It’s late, you’re hungry and you want something quick. In America, fast food restaurants like McDonalds, Taco Bell and Wendy’s are an easy and cheap option for quick (mediocre) food. While many countries also have chain fast food restaurants like […]

Just like the planet we inhabit, humans as a species are unlike any other kind in the world. April 22, 1970, marks the day that the human race made the decision to help, rather than hurt our planet; this is […]

In October I visited one of Spain’s quirkiest cities. My parents were in Spain for the week and together we decided to visit Barcelona, a city that’s known for its architecture. The Antoni Gaudí buildings aren’t trying to hide from […]

¿Pincha? I could only assume that meant ‘pinch?’ as the two security guards tapped their arms and repeated the question. I anticipated having problems with airport security, as anyone who travels with medical supplies would. I knew how to say […]

Siestas? I didn’t realize that they were a real thing until I moved to Spain. Siestas are still an important aspect of Spanish life, even though fast-paced consumerism has been pushing Spain away from this cultural custom. In Granada, the […]

Pop quiz: How many official languages does Spain have? Many people may be surprised that this question even exists. Well, Spanish is surely spoken in all of Spain, right? What other languages are there? Spain has four official languages, the […]

The African and European continents were standing almost as if they were silent giants in the Strait of Gilbraltar. As I traveled by ferry, Spain held a soft but constant presence from the horizon, while Africa became more distinctive and […]