by Katharina Giesler | Feb 7, 2018 | Spain generally
Many visitors to Spain head straight to the coast, overlooking the fact that Spain is Europe’s second most mountainous country. This, combined with long hours of sunshine in the winter and great entertainment and after-ski activities, makes it a dream...
by Katharina Giesler | Jan 31, 2018 | Levante
Murcia is a city in southeastern Spain that is often overlooked by tourists – hard to believe considering all it has to offer. Besides a rich cultural heritage and many excellent museums, this region boasts over 3,000 hours of sunshine a year, which can be enjoyed in...
by Katharina Giesler | Jan 17, 2018 | Extremadura
Every January in Extremadura, residents fill the streets of Piornal, eager to punish Jarramplas. The fellow who plays this devil-like character wears a carefully padded suit beneath his costume of colorful fabric strips and a frightening mask – essential protection,...
by Katharina Giesler | Jan 10, 2018 | Spain generally
In addition to the incredible array of cultural, natural, and gastronomic attractions that Spain offers all the time, each year offers its own special events, and 2018 is no exception. Even the most frequent visitors to Spain will never lose their passion for this...
by Katharina Giesler | Dec 20, 2017 | Spain generally
The Christmas season in Spain is a time for celebration, gifts and many traditions like the Three Kings parades, eating grapes at the stroke of midnight on New Year’s Eve, and braving the crowds for last minute holiday shopping. Streets at this time of year are...
