
Typical Non Spanish

Every festive season between the 24th of December and the 6th of January, Spain comes alive. The illuminated streets of both cities and small towns bustle with merry shoppers dashing at the last minute to pick up ingredients for their family dinners

November 10, 2021
It was a hopeful day for animal rights activists on 5 October 2021 as the Ministry of Social Rights and Agenda 2030 of Spain’s left-wing coalition government unveiled a draft bill that envisages the protection and rights of animals, both domestic

November 4, 2021
As you’ve probably already noticed, one of the best things about living in Spain is that it’s a relatively small but rich and varied country. No matter where you live, you can hop into your car, take the AVE or catch a short flight to reach romantic

October 30, 2021
For those who think that Halloween is just another commercial stunt or a recently invented holiday, think again. Although the name is different, Spain has been celebrating Todos los Santos (All Saints Day) for longer than you can ever imagine; so

October 12, 2021
Moving to another country means big changes. It involves choosing schools, going through legal procedures and - most importantly - the search for a house or flat. Here are some tips to help you through this (sometimes rather tedious and

September 14, 2021
If you’ve just landed in Spain and plan on putting down roots here, we recommend opening a bank account. But before you do, we’d like to walk you through some of the ins and outs of banking in Spain. We’ll tell you what documents are required, fill

September 7, 2021
After a long week of hard work, school, university or seeing the same things in your city, it is time to take a breather and let your hair down. Escape from the daily grind and see what else is on offer. But what does Spain have to offer compared to

August 26, 2021
Taking care of a pet is a huge responsibility and a decision that’s often not made lightly. They slot into families as fully fledged new members, so naturally it’s our obligation to protect their health and wellbeing with nutrition, exercise, and

August 17, 2021
There’s no better way to get to know Spain than driving, but you should acquaint yourself with the full scope of road rules before you embark on your adventure across this beautiful country. First things first, it’s important to bear in mind that

July 6, 2021
Summer is officially in full swing and lots of us are hoping to escape the city and sample some of the beauty that the Spanish seaside has to offer. The coastline of Spain, which spans almost 5,000 km, is home to a wide range of beaches of all sizes