Nearly 3 months after the initial national lockdown, following an orderly de-escalation process, Spain is finally on the brink of reaching the “new normal”. Spain was one of the most severely affected countries in Europe, with the two largest cities of Madrid and Barcelona taking the brunt of the infections. But it may come as […]
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8 Positives for Spain’s Environment from COVID-19
Wild animals patrolling city parks and abandoned streets have certainly been one of the more entertaining elements in the media during this pandemic. These images may well become one of the most enduring too. However, the temporary confinement and travel restrictions throughout Spain have had a wide range of positive effects for nature, which we […]
A Virtual Tour of Spain’s Highlights!
Whether you’re homebound, responsibly self-isolating or just dreaming about a visit to Spain, we have gathered together some virtual tours to help pass the time while you #stayathome. Thanks to many cultural organisations opening up their virtual doors, Spain’s unmissable and most spectacular cultural sights, museums and landmarks are at your fingertips to explore. Let […]
Seville and the Guadalquivir River
Throughout history, the Guadalquivir River has been the reason for as well as the bane of Seville’s existence. It is the second longest river in Spain, travelling 650 kilometers across the width of Andalucia to finally arrive at the Atlantic Ocean, just above Cádiz. It brought the city water, trade, clay, protection, sustenance, access to […]