When students come to live and study with me in Barcelona through our Spanish Homestay Immersion Program (SHIP), I always tell them that learning Spanish is not just about grammar. It’s about understanding how history, architecture, art, and social movements shaped this country. I am Mónica, Founder & Director of Spanish Express and also host…
If you are wondering why study Spanish in Spain as an American student, you are not alone. Many students want more than apps or a community college course. They want real language learning, confidence, and fluency. Choosing to study Spanish abroad in Spain gives you the chance to experience true language immersion, making learning Spanish…
Balearic Islands Day 2026 falls on Sunday 1 March, with Monday 2 March also observed as a holiday across much of the archipelago. This regional public holiday commemorates the signing of the Statute of Autonomy on 1 March 1983, the date that formally established the Balearic Islands as an autonomous community within Spain. Celebrations span…
I recently had the pleasure of welcoming Jessica, a 50-year-old paramedic from the United States, into my home in Dosrius, near Barcelona, as part of the Spanish Homestay Immersion Programme (SHIP). Dosrius is a picturesque village located in the Maresme Coast, just a short distance from Barcelona. The area is known for its natural beauty,…
There is a moment at Cap d’Artrutx when the light begins to change, the sea turns silver, and everyone falls silent. Cap d’Artrutx is located on the southwest coast of Menorca and is known for its spectacular, unobstructed sunset views. That moment just before sunset is one I love to share with my students. I…
If you’ve been looking for a reason to practice your Spanish (beyond getting a better score on your Duolingo app), a Mediterranean cruise may just be the push you need. Exploring port cities has a unique way of dropping you into real conversations before you’ve even had your first coffee. And that kind of exposure…
As a teacher dedicated to teaching Spanish with Spanish Express, I welcome students from across the world every week to experience a carefully designed Spanish immersion for small group, individuals, families, and couples in Spain Our program is created for different ages and levels, from beginner to advanced, combining structured lessons, engaging classes, and real-life…
After more than 144 years of construction, the wait is finally coming to an end. What once felt like an unfinished dream is now reaching its most breathtaking stage. Every time I walk my students toward the Sagrada Familia, one of my favorite Unesco World Heritage Site, I can feel the excitement growing. This is…
Every time I walk into Casa Olivar with my students, I notice the same quiet reaction. They step through the grand entrance, look around at the elegant rooms, and immediately sense that this is not just another historic building. Casa Olivar is a selected cultural highlight in Ciutadella de Menorca, recognized for its unique historical…
Key Takeaways Introduction: Bad Bunny’s Message of Peace Lands on a Barcelona Wall Walking down Sots Tinent Navarro street in Barcelona during February 2026, you might have stopped mid-stride. There, splashed across a weathered stone wall, a burst of color demanded attention—a larger-than-life image of Bad Bunny in white attire, holding the hand of a…
