Travelling with food allergies
Travelling when you have a food allergy or intolerance is stressful, especially if you don’t speak the local lingo. I always say that dining out… Read More »Travelling with food allergies
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Top Tips to Liven up your Learning
When I first arrived in South America I just had the little bit of Spanish I could remember from high school, I could hardly string… Read More »Top Tips to Liven up your Learning
Top eight destinations to visit to practice speaking Spanish
When it comes to travel around South America it’s fair to say I know what I’m talking about. I spent five years doing just that… Read More »Top eight destinations to visit to practice speaking Spanish
Gender-inclusive language in Spanish
Do you know what inclusive language is and what it means for languages withgrammatical gender like Spanish? Do you know the non-binary pronouns in Spanish?… Read More »Gender-inclusive language in Spanish
Welsh Patagonia & Y Wladfa
My family and I moved From Argentina to North Wales. Having lived in South America for so many years one of the first things I… Read More »Welsh Patagonia & Y Wladfa
Whistle-stop tour of South American culinary specialties
Whistle-stop tour of South American culinary specialties
Easter in Argentina: Music & Tradition
In South America Easter Week; Semana Santa is one of the most anticipated holidays. As Argentina is predominately a Catholic country there are many regional and local celebrations all over the country during Semana Santa.
In Argentina pascua is celebrated as the resurrection of Christ with carnivals, music and dancing aswell as traditional food. Music with the Charango is played. The charango “guitarra criolla” is a small Andean stringed instrument, which originated in the Quechua and Aymara populations in post-Columbian times. The instrument is widespread today throughout the Andean regions of Ecuador, Bolivia, Peru, northern Chile and northwestern Argentina. The tuning of the Charango is very similar to a ukulele, you can use the familiar ukulele chords to play it. The scary part about the charango however is that it is traditionally made from the shell of an armadillo!Read More »Easter in Argentina: Music & Tradition
The Day of The Dead Festival
*Updated 14/10/24* The El Día de los Muertos (Day of The Dead) Festival in Mexico is celebrated on the 1st and 2nd of November each year. On these dates people remember their loved ones who have passed away. Sound a bit morbid? Well it’s not at all. Read on to learn more about this intriguing festival.
Read More »The Day of The Dead FestivalWhy is the 25 de Mayo celebrated in Argentina?
There are two important dates around Argentina’s independence from Spain; 9 de Julio which is the day Independence was declared and the 25 de Mayo which is when the first local government was established in Buenos Aires in 1810. 25 de Mayo is known as The May Revolution (Revolución de Mayo) or Revolution Day (El día de la Revolución). The famous Plaza de Mayo in Buenos Aires is named in honor of this event.
Exploring the Rich Traditions of Three Kings Day in Spanish-Speaking Countries
Welcome to a vibrant celebration that brings joy, tradition, and cultural richness to Spanish-speaking countries every January 6th – Three Kings Day! Known as Día de los Reyes Magos in Latin America and Spain, this enchanting holiday commemorates the legendary journey of the Three Wise Men to honor the birth of baby Jesus. As we delve into the captivating tales, unique customs, and mouthwatering delicacies surrounding this festive occasion, prepare to embark on an extraordinary exploration of the rich traditions that make Three Kings Day truly unforgettable. So grab your crown and let’s dive into a world brimming with magic and merriment!
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