Choosing the right Spanish school in Menorca can completely transform the way you learn a foreign language. Located in Spain, Menorca is an ideal destination for immersive language learning, offering the cultural richness and scenic beauty that make Spain a top choice for students. For Natalia, her winter stay with the Spanish Homestay Immersion Programme…
Spain’s calendar is rich with festivals and public holidays that offer immersive cultural and language-learning opportunities. Spain’s calendar includes both national holidays and regional holidays, which are set by the government at different levels. The government, both national and regional, plays a key role in determining the official holiday schedule. This guide follows a chronological…
New Year’s Eve in Spain is called Nochevieja, which means Old Night. It’s the goodbye to the old year and the welcome to the new year. It’s also one of the biggest year’s eve celebrations in the country. People don’t just “watch the countdown.” They live it. New Year’s Eve in Spain is recognized around…
New Year’s Eve in Latin America isn’t just a countdown. It’s a full-on cultural moment, often with large parties, family dinners, fireworks, and a little superstition for good measure. Across many Latin American countries, people use New Year’s Eve rituals to close the past year, release the previous year, and step into the coming year…
When students search for Spanish courses in Spain, they often find themselves comparing countless Spanish language schools, intensive classroom programs, and traditional language courses. But real fluency rarely comes from sitting in a classroom with many other international students. Sarah’s experience shows why the best Spanish immersion in Barcelona and Valencia is not a traditional…
Christmas in Spain is not a “one-day event.” It is a full Christmas season that unfolds across weeks, shaped by catholic tradition, older winter customs, and family rituals that feel both sacred and lively. In many homes, Christmas celebrations begin long before Christmas Day, and the real finale arrives with the three kings on January…
Learning Spanish becomes truly meaningful when language and culture meet in everyday life. During our Spanish Homestay Immersion Program (SHIP), students do more than study grammar or practice conversation. They live in their teacher’s house, share daily routines, and experience traditions that shape real life in Spain. One of the most surprising and memorable experiences…
If you’ve ever wondered how Spain celebrates Christmas and why it feels like the party lasts forever, you’re in for a treat. Christmas in Spain isn’t a single day; it’s a whole story told across weeks of feasts, lights, music, and moments that pull families and friends together in every town and city. From the…
Hola! I’m Pilar, one of the host teachers here in Valencia for the Spanish Homestay Immersion Program(SHIP) at Spanish Express. Every October, my city bursts with color, music, and history during the Día de la Comunidad Valenciana, also known as the Valencian Community Day. This special public holiday happens each year on October 9. Streets…
Christmas in Mataró is not just a date on the calendar; it is a feeling that slowly fills the city as the Christmas season approaches. Located near Barcelona city, this coastal destination in Catalonia blends festive traditions with everyday authenticity, making it an ideal place to experience Christmas while living and learning in a real…
