
Typical Non Spanish

Have you ever had an emergency far away from home and didn't know exactly what to do? It also could've been a question or you might have needed assistance getting some paperwork done. Well, that is what embassies and consulates are for. So, one of

March 12, 2019
There are things in life you need to plan, but you have to do it very carefully if you want everything to go according to smoothly. Thinking about retirement and doing it as you always thought it would be requires a great deal of timing and crucial

March 5, 2019
If you've been to Spain, you have probably seen this sign more than once: “Existen hojas de reclamaciones a disposición del consumidor o usuario.” This is a consumer complaint form, which will probably get that nasty waiter or the shopkeeper to skip

February 8, 2019
Just thinking about the Balearic Islands probably makes you want to jump into your car and drive off into the Balearic sunset. However, let’s remember that safety is just as important as fun when it comes to driving, and both can fit together

January 9, 2019
Are you pregnant and thinking of having your baby in Spain? Perhaps it is unpractical to go back to your country of origin to give birth, or perhaps most of the family you want by your side is already here. In any case, there is absolutely no need

May 22, 2018
One of the first things you need to do when you’re moving to Spain is learn how to speak Spanish. There are many tips for learning Spanish, but it's always best to start with the basics. I struggled a lot with Spanish grammar when I took a Spanish

February 20, 2018
Simply changing some habits can help you enjoy a fuller and healthier life in Spain. Some simple changes, like correcting your posture, changing your diet to include healthy Spanish food choices, cultivating your intellect or keeping your stress

January 30, 2018
The charismatic personality of Spaniards and their original way of expressing themselves has given birth to many strange expressions. Spain is a country with many humorous idioms that allow you to say everything you need to say in as few words as

January 26, 2018
Those who follow my life closely, already know that I'm a BIG dog-lover and a huge animal lover in general! My best therapy in life whenever I felt down, was lying next to my dog and just feeling his heat and hearing his breathing, while looking him

January 2, 2018
Living as an expat in a different country far from friends, family and home comforts can be challenging. Going home for Christmas tends to be high on everyone’s list of priorities, but unfortunately not everyone can afford that luxury. Christmas in