Visit the Embutido festival in Requena this February!
Requena, a picturesque town in the province of Valenica is well known for several key elements that make it a popular destination for travelers. Part of the Utiel-Requena wine region, the town is one of Spain’s most prestigious wine-producing areas. The town is particularly famous for its Bobal grape, a variety native to the region […]
Why 2025 is the perfect time to take a Gap Year
While some people may still view a gap year as simply hitting pause on traditional education or work, nowadays it’s evolved into something much more profound. It can be about purposeful growth, immersing yourself in new experiences, and cultivating skills that will shape your future. What better way to integrate into a new culture, gain […]
San Vicente Mártir: What is it and how is it celebrated in Valencia?
As we start to wind down from the excitement of Christmas and New Year, Valencia is looking forward to a special occasion next week: the celebration of the city’s patron saint, San Vicente Mártir. Every year on January 22nd, Valencians come together to honor Saint Vicente Mártir, who is also known as Saint Vincent the […]
New Year´s Eve & The Three Kings´ celebrations in Spain
In Spain, Christmas is just the beginning of the festive season and it’s far from the only important celebration. For many Valencians and Spaniards, the real highlight of the holidays comes after Christmas, with Nochevieja (New Year’s Eve) and El Día de Los Reyes (Three Kings´ day) a treasured tradition that holds even greater significance […]
A Q&A with one of our Spanish teachers!
Hi Rocío! Before we begin with some of the questions, let´s start with you introducing yourself and maybe you can also tell us about what you do in your spare time when you aren´t teaching. Hi!! Yeah, sure. Well as you know, my name is Rocio, I am 26 years old and I work at […]
All about Valencia´s Nativity scenes and Christmas traditions
One of the most enchanting traditions during the Christmas season in Valencia is the display of belenes (nativity scenes). These detailed nativity scenes showing the birth of Jesus are more than just religious symbols; they are a celebration of craftsmanship, creativity, and the festive spirit that fills the city. Nativity scenes in Valencia have […]
A Q&A with one of our internship students!
Today, our blog features a Q&A with one of our current internship students, Hannah. We sat down with her to get the inside scoop on her current internship and her experience with the overall program. We asked her about her co-workers, the work environment, and her most valuable moments since arriving in Valencia. Let’s see […]
A taste of Valencia: Classic Christmas dishes and desserts
As you’ve already seen with the Christmas lights, markets, and decorations, the holiday season in Valencia is a time of vibrant celebrations, rich in tradition, culture, and, of course, delicious food and drink. While many regions in Spain have their own unique Christmas customs, Valencia offers a distinctive blend of dishes and traditions that reflect […]
Inside our Spanish courses: A Q&A with past and present students
We know that choosing a language course can be tough – with so many options and considerations, its hard to know for sure that it will really be the right fit for you. To help you out a bit, we interviewed one of our past students and also one of our current students. They have […]
All about the Christmas Lights Switch-on in Valencia!
Every December, the streets of Valencia come alive with dazzling displays of Christmas lights, marking the official start of the city’s festive season. This year, the lights will be brighter and more beautiful than ever and the anticipation really is greater than ever. Valencia´s Christmas lights switch-on ceremony, known as El Encendido de las Luces […]