The Basque language
The Basque language (or Euskara) is a genetically isolated language spoken in Spain and France at the western edge of the Pyrenees. It is related to no other known language family and that fact has put forward a number of…
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Spanish Halloween traditions
Celebrating Halloween in Spain has a religious connotation in most of the country. Not only is Halloween celebrated on October 31, but also November 1, All Saints’ Day, and November 2, Day of the Dead, are usually holidays throughout the…
Why Valencia is one of the best cities for foreign students
Living in Spain can be very expensive if you don’t know which cities are cheaper and have a better quality of life. That is why the city of Valencia is considered one of the best Spanish cities to live and…
Spanish places that will remind you of Ireland
Spain and Ireland are two places that seem to have little in common. However, there are certain characteristics and similarities that these European countries share. Starting with the most obvious, the landscapes. The north of Spain is characteristic for the…
Movies that were shot in Ireland
Ireland is a country known for its breathtaking landscapes and lovely cities. Of course, this information does not go unnoticed by the film industry when it comes to shooting their films in these wonderful and memorable places. Places that can…
How to get an Irish driving license for foreigners (Explained!)
Every year, hundreds of people move to Ireland in search of new adventures.There are lots of challenges you need to face after relocating to Ireland. Moving to Ireland is already confusing, but getting used to driving here is even more…
10 Breathtaking European Ski Resorts
It’s official, Christmas and its surrounding festivities have arrived. This time of year consistently evokes an expectation of a magical white winter wonderland. Unfortunately, Ireland’s climate doesn’t always make this a reality. Luckily, we are only a short flight away…
9 Stops on Your Next American Road Trip
Anyone for a 2022 American road trip? After 20 months of being shut to tourists, the USA is back open for business. Many of us have been anchored to Ireland for the past two years, and for those of us…
What you can or cannot do to safely enjoy yourself at indoor venues from October 22
More than a year has passed since COVID-19 restrictions were introduced in Ireland. October 22 was supposed to mark ‘Freedom Day’, an end to lockdown and all the measures people were asked to take in line with it. Just as…
Solo Travel: Does it Pay to be Brave?
Bold, confident and utterly liberating – three words that come to mind when I think about solo travel. Now that COVID-19 travel restrictions are easing, I can safely assume we are all itching to get out and explore the world…