As many of you know, I’m a Spanish teacher based in Galicia. Since I have traveled a lot throughout my life and mainly teach online, living here was a conscious choice. Muxía, Galicia is the place I call home since 2018. Over the years, I've met a lot of people…
Are you preparing for the DELE C1 exam in 2024? As announced by the Instituto Cervantes last year, the exam will be renewed from in April 2024. The purpose of the changes is to update the exams to improve their effectiveness and introduce modifications to the grading scales in line…
Today, I'd like to share some useful Spanish podcasts for beginners that will help you learn while you're driving, walking or even cleaning your house! Incorporating podcasts into your language-learning routine can be a game-changer, as they help you on a day-to-day basis. These routines are key for improving in…
For many Spanish language learners, the DELE A2 exam is a significant milestone. As you gear up for this challenge, you're probably wondering the DELE A2 passing score. In order to know more about it, it's crucial to understand the scoring system, know what's expected in each category, and discover…
Are you looking for accommodation in Muxía? After walking hundreds of kilometers, tired pilgrims finally arrive here in Muxía looking for some R&R... And Muxía offers some wonderful options for that. Here are my favorite places to stay, for each category: Albergue Arribada In the heart of Muxía, this comfortable…
Legends of the Costa da Morte are all around me as I'm writing to you from Muxía today. On this very rainy Tuesday morning of November, I'm looking foward to exploring with you the heart of Costa da Morte. A couple of weeks ago, I recorded a podcast about discovering…
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Does Spain celebrate Halloween? The short answer is not traditionally, but not all regions are the same… Galicia, on the Northwest of Spain, has many traditions linked to the Autumn season. Here is one more text for our series on bilingual texts which dives into this tradition. Halloween in Galicia…
¡Hola a todos! Are you preparing to take the DELE A2 exam? If you're planning to certify your Spanish language skills at the A2 level, whether for fun or for Spanish citizenship, it's essential to be aware of common mistakes that can hinder your success. In this blog post, I'd…
A quick guide to welcome you to Madrid if this is your first stop in the Camino de Santiago.
Christmas carols are a big part of Christmas in Spain and the Spanish speaking world 🎅. Below, you will find some of the most popular Christmas carols in Spanish both from Spain and Latin America. I've selected them based on my personal taste, you'll find the lyrics or captions in…