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On Tour!
by Laura Ellis on Wednesday, July 21, 2010
So you fancy a change of environment. Where to go? An obvious choice, Madrid! The Spanish capital is only two and half hours away from Salamanca, and about 25 euros, away making it ideal for a quick break to experience… more »
World Cup on display in Madrid 22-23 July
by Kimberly on Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Just in case you live in a box, let me first start off by reminding you that Spain won the FIFA World Cup of soccer in South Africa on the 11th of July 2010. It marked the first time in history that the Spanish… more »
The Reign in Spain - The Popularity of the Spanish Royal Family
by Olivia Elson on Thursday, July 15, 2010
One thing which has struck me being in Spain, if only for a few days, is the unique relationship that the Spanish have with their Royal Family. Far from the privacy and detachment of many others including the British… more »
Hot Hot Hot!
by Laura Ellis on Wednesday, July 14, 2010
So temperatures are set to soar this weekend, and after a lull in the heat this week, it's going to be a welcome change. But you can't go far without talk of the coming "ola de calor", so what to do… more »
Spanish Foods to Try
by Kimberly on Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Spanish cuisine boasts a wide range of delicacies that vary by region that should not be missed. Make sure to plan around their typical dining hours; Lunch from 2 to 4 pm (in which most establishments are closed) and… more »
Spanish Sports and Political Interests
by Kimberly on Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Spain is celebrating and it is really an exciting time to be breathing and living the atmosphere.This year Spain finally won their long awaited title in football "Soccer" as the 2010 FIFA World Cup Champions.… more »
Fame in Spain
by Laura Ellis on Thursday, July 8, 2010
So it's been an exciting week in Spain and an amazing experience, especially as regards sport!Firstly the tennis! So Nadal got his second Wimbledon title, and left his opponent trailing behind, and well when you look… more »
An English girl in Salamanca
by Laura Ellis on Friday, July 2, 2010
Coming from the North of England, I'm not going to lie; the temperature was an initial shock. Stepping off a train at 4pm, despite my summer dress, I was still boiling and craving every cold thing in sight. But… more »
On Exhibition in NY: The Spanish Manner: Drawings from Ribera to Goya
by Kimberly on Monday, May 10, 2010
Special Exhibition: "The Spanish Manner: Drawings from Ribera to Goya"When: October 5, 2010, through January 9, 2011Where: The Frick Collection. 1 East 70th Street NY, NY 10021 Phone: 212-288-0700The Frick… more »
Californians at don Quijote!
by Stephen Maher on Friday, April 16, 2010
don Quijote Salamanca is pleased to be hosting a great group of college students from Glendora, California. Professor Estela Díaz is guiding the group in the classroom as they study Spanish and enjoy all that the… more »
Here's a Quick Way to Get a Tan
by Stephen Maher on Friday, April 9, 2010
Invest sometime in learning Spanish where the rain in Spain is mainly - nowhere to be found. According to WikiAnswers, on average Madrid has 349 sunny days a year!In Salamanca, for example, the Plaza Mayor has sprung… more »
Semana Santa in Salamanca (say that three times fast)
by Stephen Maher on Monday, March 29, 2010
For the next seven days leading up to Easter Sunday, or Holy Week, processions shrouded in Spanish tradition, history, music, and religion will envelop the town of Salamanca.During Semana Santa hooded precisionists or… more »
I Survived Las Fallas!
by Stephen Maher on Monday, March 22, 2010
What an incredible experience Valencia was! This was the first trip for me to the coast city of the autonomous region of Valencia with a population of nearly 1,000,000 - with all of the visitors in town we might have… more »
Miguel Delibes, Spanish novelist, dies at 89
by Stephen Maher on Monday, March 15, 2010
Last Friday, March 12th, at his home in Valladolid, author Miguel Delibes lost his battle with colon cancer, he was 89. "We must remember him as a good person and a great writer", said Education Minister… more »
Here's a quick way to communicate with 500 million people
by Stephen Maher on Friday, February 26, 2010
Learn to speak Spanish with don Quijote this summer. Independent ofage or education level, classroom time with intense instruction will benefitstudents, professionals, or the avid traveler. Witness yourcommunication… more »