It’s no secret that Spain is a pretty party-happy place to be in. From traditional festivals to nights at the discoteca that last until 7 a.m., there are plenty of opportunities to get your fiesta on. And lately, I’ve been indulging quite a bit. It’s only a cultural education, after all! This past weekend I … Continue reading »
I’m checking my watch, pacing back and forth, and cross with myself for forgetting my cell phone. What if they’re not coming? Did I get the time wrong? They’re half an hour late. Should I just catch the next train home? Still no sign. Well, I’ll wait 5 more minutes. Why did I forget my … Continue reading »
This weekend, Barcelona is putting on its big fall festival – La Mercè! The holiday was originally a Catholic feast day for Our Lady of Mercy, but it’s developed into a 3-day city party filed with free concerts, cultural activities, performances, and the city’s best on display. One of the most exciting activities at La … Continue reading »
Like all of my experiences in Sevilla, the Feria didn’t turn out to be quite what I expected. I shared some of my favorite things in Part 1. Now I’ll explain while though it was an interesting event to see, it wasn’t exactly lo mio (my thing). If you’re not interested in reading my critique of … Continue reading »
