
Articles on Travel and Sport (10)

For any expat, moving to a new country means discovering a whole new world of new experiences and opportunities. For me, moving from the Netherlands to Spain meant gaining a new home, but also leaving certain things behind. Some of those things you

March 28, 2019
Winter is finally over - the sun is out, temperatures are up, and some restaurants and bars are starting to put tables outside so people can drink a caña or enjoy their coffee on the terrace. So it’s time to make plans to enjoy the blue sky of Spain

March 19, 2019
Maybe one of the best things about living in Spain is being able to be outside all the time. The climate in the city of Valencia makes it possible to enjoy the parks and beach almost year-round. Outdoor activities in Valencia are plentiful: the

April 12, 2018
Begun as a cattle fair several centuries ago, the April Fair in Seville, the Feria de Abril, marks the first of Andalusia's springtime fairs. It's the largest, most popular, and the place to see and be seen. During one glorious week of the

March 28, 2018
I’ve just got back from guiding six American tourists through what I believe is one of the most beautiful nature reserves out there: La Pedriza. They loved it. I loved it. I’m loving the life in Spain I live now that the pieces are all falling

March 9, 2018
What I always admire in the Valencian people is their commitment to tradition. The Las Fallas festival is maybe the best example. Las Fallas in Valencia is not only a tradition or a festival; for many people Las Fallas is a lifestyle. Las Fallas in

February 1, 2018
Spain’s most flamboyant region, Andalusia, overtakes the southern tip of the country, a destination for those passionate about food, culture and history. But the country’s recent surge in tourism is making headlines as more than just a low-cost

June 16, 2017
National Geographic´s definition of a great surf spot is the “magical sum of consistent waves, inviting accommodations, friendly locals, fun nightlife, delicious food and plenty of activities should the oceans go flat.” Here, at Typical Non Spanish,

April 10, 2017
Semana Santa in Spain is one of the most awaited weeks of the year, not only for the days off but also for its traditions and cultural activities. Semana Santa is a Christian celebration of Easter, with it's English translation being "holy week".

February 27, 2017
My name is Robert and I’m part of the Typical Non Spanish team. I moved to Spain in September 2005. I drove my fully packed van from Holland to Madrid the same day I officially graduated, passing by my University to pick up my diploma. When they