Joining a Spanish homestay in Valencia offers international students the perfect way to learn the Spanish language. You get a chance to live with not just any host family but a certified native host teacher in one of Spain’s most vibrant cities. Surrounded by Mediterranean charm, rich local culture, and warm hosts, this homestay experience…
On a clear Thursday morning in late October 2025, a quiet milestone unfolded in Barcelona. A crane carefully hoisted a final piece atop the central tower of La Sagrada Família, Antoni Gaudí’s unfinished basilica, nudging its height to an astounding 162.91 meters. According to the Associated Press, this new height marks an official record. In…
Spain is the kind of European country that steals your heart before your plane even lands on the Iberian Peninsula and then feeds you until you forgive it. Beyond the beaches and late-night tapas, this place is a living classroom of Spanish culture and Spanish history, where every plaza, festival, and tiny bar tells a…
Hello! I’m Pilar, one of the host teachers for our Spanish Homestay Immersion Program (SHIP) here in Valencia. Today, I’ll take you on a friendly tour of Valencia’s historic center, the heart of my city and one of the most enchanting old towns in Spain. Valencia is Spain’s third-largest city (after Madrid and Barcelona), but…
Hidden near the southern suburb of Ciutadella de Menorca, the Cova de s’Aigua is a natural cave that reveals one of the island’s most fascinating geological treasures. This spectacular site invites visitors to explore a world shaped by nature, where stalactites and stalagmites frame a breathtaking underground lake. Known for its crystalline lake waters and…
Choosing where and how to learn a language can shape not only fluency, but also confidence, friendships, and future goals. For Elijah, a 22-year-old American student with an academic background in finance, the Spanish Homestay Immersion Program (SHIP) became much more than a language course. Over the summer of 2025, Elijah experienced two unique destinations,…
Language immersion has long been recognized as one of the most effective methods for mastering a second language. At Spanish Express, our flagship Spanish Homestay Immersion Program (SHIP) combines language learning with authentic cultural experiences by placing students in the homes of native Spanish speakers across Spain. To understand the impact of our program and…
If you’re planning on visiting Spain (or any Schengen area country) as a non-EU visitor, including British nationals since Brexit, you might have heard of the so-called £97 a day rule. In short, Spanish authorities may require that you present proof that you have sufficient financial means to cover your stay. When you enter Spain,…
The Palace of the County of Torre-saura, in Menorca, is a historic gem built in 1839. Known for its neoclassical design and its role in Menorca’s history, this magnificent mansion offers visitors a window into the island’s past. The palace’s façade features an enigmatic veiled face, a romantic symbol of hospitality that adds to its…
A Day That Blends Patriotism, Culture, and Celebration Barcelona, October 12, 2025, Barcelona’s streets pulsed with color, rhythm, and pride on Spain’s National Day (Día de la Hispanidad). Thousands of people gathered to celebrate a dual occasion: Spain’s shared cultural identity and its unity as a nation. The event was marked by a mass rally…
