Join me for all the sights and sounds on a visit to the university city of Salamanca during Spain’s ‘Semana Santa’. I take in what is possibly Spain’s most impressive Plaza Mayor, explore the city’s ancient university — including a frog hunt — dodge religious processions, and gaze in wonder at one of the city’s cathedrals — yes, it has two! Plus, a splash of history, architecture, and observations for good measure!

Join me for all the sights and sounds on a visit to the university city of Salamanca during Spain’s ‘Semana Santa’. I take in what is possibly Spain’s most impressive Plaza Mayor, explore the city’s ancient university — including a frog hunt — dodge religious processions, and gaze in wonder at one of the city’s cathedrals — yes, it has two! Plus, a splash of history, architecture, and observations for good measure!

The golden city of Salamanca — Spain’s grandest plaza, an ancient university, and a frog

After a loooooong break I’m back with a beautiful spring evening wander down one of my favourite Madrid streets — Calle de Santa Isabel. We’ll be taking in the sights and sounds with stop-offs in El Cine Doré (Cinema and home to Spain’s national film archive), San Antón municipal market, El Amor de Díos Flamenco school, Bar Benteveo (one of my all time favourite Madrid bars with its kitch interior), The Santa Isabel convent and a few other points of interest before the final stop just outside the Reina Sofia museum. Why not follow along on Google Maps? https://goo.gl/maps/BptC7WN3z8KSDWmy6

After a loooooong break I’m back with a beautiful spring evening wander down one of my favourite Madrid streets — Calle de Santa Isabel. We’ll be taking in the sights and sounds with stop-offs in El Cine Doré (Cinema and home to Spain’s national film archive), San Antón municipal market, El Amor de Díos Flamenco school, Bar Benteveo (one of my all time favourite Madrid bars with its kitch interior), The Santa Isabel convent and a few other points of interest before the final stop just outside the Reina Sofia museum. Why not follow along on Google Maps? <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/BptC7WN3z8KSDWmy6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://goo.gl/maps/BptC7WN3z8KSDWmy6</a>

A little Madrid street with a BIG personality

Karen Rosenblum

Where should you visit in Spain if it’s your first time? Where should you visit if you only have two weeks? Can you see it all? No. So how do you decide what to include on you itinerary? That’s what this episode of When in Spain tries to answer! Join Spain travel consultant, Karen Rosenblum and myself as we try to answer these huge questions to help you get the best out of your trip to Spain. Karen helps us break down Spain by topics so that anyone visiting can decide where to include in their trip based on personal interests. Whether you love gastronomy, beaches, or Roman ruins, Karen shares some great recommendations. She also gives advice on how to put together a realistic, enjoyable, and unrushed itinerary to help you get the best out of your Spain vacation. To find out more about Karen or book a Spain travel consultation with her, head over to Spain Less Traveled. Also, check out her fantastic Facebook community, Travel Spain! for a wealth of information and advice about planning the perfect trip to Spain.

Where should you visit in Spain if it’s your first time? Where should you visit if you only have two weeks? Can you see it all? No. So how do you decide what to include on you itinerary? That’s what this episode of When in Spain tries to answer! Join Spain travel consultant, Karen Rosenblum and myself as we try to answer these huge questions to help you get the best out of your trip to Spain. Karen helps us break down Spain by topics so that anyone visiting can decide where to include in their trip based on personal interests. Whether you love gastronomy, beaches, or Roman ruins, Karen shares some great recommendations. She also gives advice on how to put together a realistic, enjoyable, and unrushed itinerary to help you get the best out of your Spain vacation. To find out more about Karen or book a Spain travel consultation with her, head over to <a href="https://www.spainlesstraveled.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spain Less Traveled</a>. Also, check out her fantastic Facebook community, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/travelspain/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Travel Spain!</a> for a wealth of information and advice about planning the perfect trip to Spain.

Where to visit in Spain with Karen Rosenblum

I’m whisking you away on the high-speed AVE train for a day trip to the beautiful medieval city of Cuenca. Join me as I stroll around Cuenca’s charming streets and squares, admire the gothic cathedral (one of the earliest examples in all of Spain) and cross the San Pedro bridge to admire the famous ‘casas colgadas’ , or hanging houses. Later I walk up to the castle neighbourhood and get some breathtaking views of the city from the old castle remains as I reflect on the turbulent history of this UNESCO world heritage site. In the episode I mention Cuenca’s Parador in the old San Pablo convent. It was closed the day I went, but also worth visiting the Museum of Spanish Abstract Art.

I’m whisking you away on the high-speed AVE train for a day trip to the beautiful medieval city of Cuenca. Join me as I stroll around Cuenca’s charming streets and squares, admire the gothic cathedral (one of the earliest examples in all of Spain) and cross the San Pedro bridge to admire the famous ‘casas colgadas’ , or hanging houses. Later I walk up to the castle neighbourhood and get some breathtaking views of the city from the old castle remains as I reflect on the turbulent history of this UNESCO world heritage site. In the episode I mention <a href="https://www.parador.es/en/paradores/parador-de-cuenca" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cuenca’s Parador</a> in the old San Pablo convent. It was closed the day I went, but also worth visiting the <a href="https://www.march.es/es/cuenca" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Museum of Spanish Abstract Art</a>.

A day trip to Cuenca and its hanging houses

Chris Lynch

After a six-month break When in Spain is back! And to celebrate we’re taking you on a tour of ten classic Madrid bars. Our guide is Chris Lynch, Spanish wine-buff, former Spanish bar owner, and founder of the Spanish Wine Collective. If you’re on a first visit to Madrid these ten bars are required drinking and eating! From the cosy Casa González bar in the centre of Madrid and over a bottle of cava, Chris takes us on a virtual tour of his ten favourite bars of the Spanish capital. He recommends what to drink, what to eat, and when to go. Along the way we talk about the fascinating history of these classic Madrileño bars and Chris describes some of the colourful characters who work in them. At the end of the episode we both give some useful tips for getting the best Madrid bar experience on your visit. Here’s the list of stops on the tour:  Casa González Casa Toni Casa del Abuelo La Venencia La Dolores Bodegas Ricla Casa Revuelta Casa Lucas Vinoteca Vides Casa Dani  Also mentioned: La Concha (Great vermut on Cava Baja) La Osita (Craft beer on Cava Baja) Celso y Manolo (Near Vinoteca Vides) Mercado de la Paz (Municipal indoor market and home to Casa Dani)

After a six-month break When in Spain is back! And to celebrate we’re taking you on a tour of ten classic Madrid bars. Our guide is Chris Lynch, Spanish wine-buff, former Spanish bar owner, and founder of the <a href="https://www.spanishwinecollective.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Spanish Wine Collective</a>. If you’re on a first visit to Madrid these ten bars are required drinking and eating! From the cosy Casa González bar in the centre of Madrid and over a bottle of cava, Chris takes us on a virtual tour of his ten favourite bars of the Spanish capital. He recommends what to drink, what to eat, and when to go. Along the way we talk about the fascinating history of these classic Madrileño bars and Chris describes some of the colourful characters who work in them. At the end of the episode we both give some useful tips for getting the best Madrid bar experience on your visit. Here’s the list of stops on the tour: <ol> <li><a href="https://www.casagonzalez.es/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Casa González</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.tripadvisor.es/Restaurant_Review-g187514-d1907082-Reviews-Casa_Toni-Madrid.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Casa Toni</a></li> <li><a href="https://lacasadelabuelo.es/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Casa del Abuelo</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.tripadvisor.es/Attraction_Review-g187514-d607152-Reviews-La_Venencia-Madrid.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">La Venencia</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.tripadvisor.es/Restaurant_Review-g187514-d6214621-Reviews-Taberna_La_Dolores-Madrid.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">La Dolores</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.tripadvisor.es/Restaurant_Review-g187514-d2706320-Reviews-Taberna_Bodegas_Ricla-Madrid.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Bodegas Ricla</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.casarevuelta.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Casa Revuelta</a></li> <li><a href="https://casalucas.es/english/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Casa Lucas</a></li> <li><a href="https://vinotecavides.es/en/home_en/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Vinoteca Vides</a></li> <li><a href="https://en.casadani.es/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Casa Dani</a></li> </ol> Also mentioned: <a href="http://www.laconchataberna.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">La Concha</a> (Great vermut on Cava Baja) <a href="https://en.osobrewco.com/la-osita" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">La Osita</a> (Craft beer on Cava Baja) <a href="https://celsoymanolo.es/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Celso y Manolo</a> (Near Vinoteca Vides) <a href="https://www.mercadodelapaz.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Mercado de la Paz</a> (Municipal indoor market and home to Casa Dani)

Ten must-visit Madrid bars with Chris Lynch

Want to sound super Spanish? I run through ten useful and fun Spanish interjections that you can pepper your conversations with to help express yourself even more clearly when you’re chatting en español. ¡Anda! When I first started learning Spanish and hanging around with native speakers I kept hearing these noises that popped up in conversations and always wondered what they meant. I’ll look at some of the most common interjections and make comparisons with English and give you some examples. In the second half of the episode I’ll run through nineteen really useful muletillas (‘little crutches’) or filler words, as we call them in English. These will make you sound very natural when speaking Spanish and also give you more time to think about what to say next!  Vamos a ver!

Want to sound super Spanish? I run through ten useful and fun Spanish interjections that you can pepper your conversations with to help express yourself even more clearly when you’re chatting en español. ¡Anda! When I first started learning Spanish and hanging around with native speakers I kept hearing these noises that popped up in conversations and always wondered what they meant. I’ll look at some of the most common interjections and make comparisons with English and give you some examples. In the second half of the episode I’ll run through nineteen really useful muletillas (‘little crutches’) or filler words, as we call them in English. These will make you sound very natural when speaking Spanish and also give you more time to think about what to say next!  Vamos a ver!

Sounds that make you sound Spanish – ¡Buah! ¡Anda! ¡Hala! ¡Uy! ¡Puf!

In this episode I take you on a trip around Spain’s most arid provinces, Almería. We explore the Tabernas Desert and its Spaghetti Western filming locations, the beautiful wild beaches of Cabo de Gata including the dramatic Playa de los Muertos (Beach of the Dead), and I guide you through Almería City’s top sights including the imposing Alcazaba. We’ll also wander the back streets of the hilltop village of Mojácar, officially one of Spain’s most picturesque pueblos. Along the way I uncover the turbulent history of Almería, pillaging pirates, moorish uprisings and its rich mining heritage. I also talk about the vast Mar de Plastico (Sea of Plastic) expanse of greenhouses used for intensive fruit and vegetable production. Plus plenty of sounds along the way to help transport you to this dramatic corner of Spain.

In this episode I take you on a trip around Spain’s most arid provinces, Almería. We explore the Tabernas Desert and its Spaghetti Western filming locations, the beautiful wild beaches of Cabo de Gata including the dramatic Playa de los Muertos (Beach of the Dead), and I guide you through Almería City’s top sights including the imposing Alcazaba. We’ll also wander the back streets of the hilltop village of Mojácar, officially one of Spain’s most picturesque pueblos. Along the way I uncover the turbulent history of Almería, pillaging pirates, moorish uprisings and its rich mining heritage. I also talk about the vast Mar de Plastico (Sea of Plastic) expanse of greenhouses used for intensive fruit and vegetable production. Plus plenty of sounds along the way to help transport you to this dramatic corner of Spain.

Almería & Cabo de Gata – Cowboys, Pirates, Wild Beaches & A Sea of Plastic

Chris Atkin

Chris Atkin, author of his new book, (Just As Well) It’s Not About The Bike: A Journey Across Southern Spain, joins me in this episode to chat about his experience pedaling 1300 kilometres from Valencia to Gibraltar on a basic bike with only seven gears and barely enough room for panniers. Chris describes some of his favourite stops on his six week journey, including a grueling ride across Spain´s Sierra Nevada, Gandia´s ghost town vibe, picturesque Altea versus the untamed tourism of Benidorm, discovering morcilla in a tiny pueblo of Almócita in the province of Almeria, Granada and the Alhambra and the final destination of Gibraltar, bursting with civic pride. On the ride Chris shares with us some interesting anecdotes, for example Franco´s favourite singer (She despised him!), a little known nuclear catastrophe that happened in Palomares in the 1960s and the heartwarming story of why Mónica was daubed in giant white letters on a Málaga chimney. Chris also offers some practical advice for cycling in Spain, finding accommodation and improving your Spanish. Get your hands on a copy of his book (Just As Well) It’s Not About The Bike: A Journey Across Southern Spain here Find out more about Chris Atkin on his website https://chrisatkinonline.com/

Chris Atkin, author of his new book, (Just As Well) It’s Not About The Bike: A Journey Across Southern Spain, joins me in this episode to chat about his experience pedaling 1300 kilometres from Valencia to Gibraltar on a basic bike with only seven gears and barely enough room for panniers. Chris describes some of his favourite stops on his six week journey, including a grueling ride across Spain´s Sierra Nevada, Gandia´s ghost town vibe, picturesque Altea versus the untamed tourism of Benidorm, discovering morcilla in a tiny pueblo of Almócita in the province of Almeria, Granada and the Alhambra and the final destination of Gibraltar, bursting with civic pride. On the ride Chris shares with us some interesting anecdotes, for example Franco´s favourite singer (She despised him!), a little known nuclear catastrophe that happened in Palomares in the 1960s and the heartwarming story of why Mónica was daubed in giant white letters on a Málaga chimney. Chris also offers some practical advice for cycling in Spain, finding accommodation and improving your Spanish. Get your hands on a copy of his book (Just As Well) It’s Not About The Bike: A Journey Across Southern Spain <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B092RHPZ93/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=chrisatkinonl-20&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B092RHPZ93&amp;linkId=5d22385d4996e06b0f3cd9f849785b87" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> Find out more about Chris Atkin on his website <a href="https://chrisatkinonline.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://chrisatkinonline.com/</a>

Cycling Southern Spain with Chris Atkin

Join Karina, me and friends, Adam and Ollie, for a day trip to the charming medieval town of Brihuega and its beautiful lavender fields. A slice of Provence right in the centre of Spain! Brihuega is famous in Spain for its lavender cultivation and surprisingly, it is one of the world’s major producers of lavender products, including lavender oil which is used by one of the big Spanish perfume brands. But, away from the lavender fields, we discovered that Brihuega has much more to offer than Instagramable photos of purple hillsides. Find out about the town’s turbulent history, Moorish past, former royal cloth factory, secret tunnels and relaxing fountains. The perfect day trip from Madrid! We also stop off in the city of Guadalajara to explore what it has to offer. (Compared to Brihuega, not very much we discovered!) Listen for yourself in the episode…

Join Karina, me and friends, Adam and Ollie, for a day trip to the charming medieval town of Brihuega and its beautiful lavender fields. A slice of Provence right in the centre of Spain! Brihuega is famous in Spain for its lavender cultivation and surprisingly, it is one of the world’s major producers of lavender products, including lavender oil which is used by one of the big Spanish perfume brands. But, away from the lavender fields, we discovered that Brihuega has much more to offer than Instagramable photos of purple hillsides. Find out about the town’s turbulent history, Moorish past, former royal cloth factory, secret tunnels and relaxing fountains. The perfect day trip from Madrid! We also stop off in the city of Guadalajara to explore what it has to offer. (Compared to Brihuega, not very much we discovered!) Listen for yourself in the episode…

A day trip to Brihuega’s lavender fields and Guadalajara

Sarah Willats

Sarah Willats joins me to talk about Madrid’s public transport network, how to get the best out of it, tickets, passes and trips whether visiting for a holiday, business or making the Spanish capital your home. Sarah, aka Sarah la Viajera (check out her Spain travel blog!) has recently published her book, The Ultimate Guide to Madrid’s Transportation Networks which she spent two years researching and which involved riding every Madrid Metro line, many of the city’s buses, commuter trains and bike and scooter sharing schemes. Sarah is an expert on Madrid’s public transport system after spending five years riding it and painstakingly testing and researching the network to make life easier for anyone visiting the Spanish capital. In the episode we talk about the transport network’s different systems and the differences and pros can cons of each one. Sarah walks us through some facts and figures about the Madrid Metro and some curious history, including its ‘ghost stations’. We also share our favourite journeys using Madrid’s public transportation and run through some suggestions for day trips out of the city without using a car. Then it’s onto practicalities. Sarah guides us through the different tickets and passes and how to buy them and how to get to the centre of Madrid from Barajas Airport and onwards to Atocha train station.

Sarah Willats joins me to talk about Madrid’s public transport network, how to get the best out of it, tickets, passes and trips whether visiting for a holiday, business or making the Spanish capital your home. Sarah, aka <a href="https://sarahlaviajera.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sarah la Viajera </a>(check out her Spain travel blog!) has recently published her book, <a href="https://sarahlaviajera.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-madrids-transportation-networks-e-book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Ultimate Guide to Madrid’s Transportation Networks </a>which she spent two years researching and which involved riding every Madrid Metro line, many of the city’s buses, commuter trains and bike and scooter sharing schemes. Sarah is an expert on Madrid’s public transport system after spending five years riding it and painstakingly testing and researching the network to make life easier for anyone visiting the Spanish capital. In the episode we talk about the transport network’s different systems and the differences and pros can cons of each one. Sarah walks us through some facts and figures about the Madrid Metro and some curious history, including its ‘ghost stations’. We also share our favourite journeys using Madrid’s public transportation and run through some suggestions for day trips out of the city without using a car. Then it’s onto practicalities. Sarah guides us through the different tickets and passes and how to buy them and how to get to the centre of Madrid from Barajas Airport and onwards to Atocha train station.

Madrid’s public transport with Sarah Willats – Trains, Tickets, Tips & Trips

The podcast show all about Spain – culture, travel, lifestyle, work, special guests and much more!

I love this podcast! A few months ago I started looking for Spanish travel podcasts to mentally transport myself back to my vacation to Spain this last summer. Now that we are physically unable to travel anywhere, this podcast is an escapist fantasy. Paul is a great host and it feels like I am almost there when I listen to him narrate each episode. Spain is still a (relatively) unspoiled country, and filled with so much wonder! Can’t wait to return with this podcast as a guide.

Brings back happy memories

Paul Burge is a delight to listen to and he offers a wealth of information about Spain on a variety of topics. There is something for everyone: culture, history, walking tours and interviews, the arts, super &#34;how-to&#34; guides. With every episode, I learn something new about the beautiful country of Spain. This podcast is excellent for people who just want to be entertained or who want to learn more about Spain specifically and anyone who plans on visiting or moving there in the future.

Informative and entertaining - my favorite podcast!

When in Spain

In episode five of When in Spain we take a whistle-stop tour around Spain's four biggest cities in search of the best neighbourhoods to rent rooms and apartments. We compare Barcelona, Madrid, Valencia and Seville. Paul gives a flavour of dozens of neighbourhoods, from the hip and trendy, to the studenty, traditional and family friendly. He also looks at what kind of properties you can expect to find and sorts the cheap from the expensive. There should be something to cater for every taste whether it's Barcelona's traditional Barrio de Gracia, Madrid's classy Salamanca district or Seville's home of flamenco in Triana. Let's go house hunting!FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN📺Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Join the When in Spain Facebook Group. https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt📷Follow on Instagram to see photography from across Spain. https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJWANT TO SUPPORT WHEN IN SPAIN? 💚 Make a small donation $1-$5 via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wheninspainWHAT IS WHEN IN SPAIN?The When in Spain show is a weekly podcast show, recorded in Madrid (and other parts of Spain) where l talk about my ‘warts and all’ observations and insights on life and culture on the Iberian peninsular.In each episode of the podcast I cast an eye on everyday life, people, places, politics, culture and history and attempt to give an honest opinion from a Brit who has a love-frustration relationship with Spain. I shall attempt to dispel or indeed confirm Spanish stereotypes through my ramblings and see if I can delve into the Spanish psyche......................................................................................................................WHO THE HELL IS WHEN IN SPAIN?I'm Paul Burge, former BBC journalist, Hispanophile and Manchego lover. A Brit, born in Oxford and living in Spain for almost 5 years. I currently live in the centre of Madrid.

In episode five of When in Spain we take a whistle-stop tour around Spain's four biggest cities in search of the best neighbourhoods to rent rooms and apartments. We compare Barcelona, Madrid, Valencia and Seville. Paul gives a flavour of dozens of neighbourhoods, from the hip and trendy, to the studenty, traditional and family friendly. He also looks at what kind of properties you can expect to find and sorts the cheap from the expensive. There should be something to cater for every taste whether it's Barcelona's traditional Barrio de Gracia, Madrid's classy Salamanca district or Seville's home of flamenco in Triana. Let's go house hunting! FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN 📺Subscribe on YouTube: <a href="https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL</a> 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Join the When in Spain Facebook Group. <a href="https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt</a> 📷Follow on Instagram to see photography from across Spain. <a href="https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJ</a> WANT TO SUPPORT WHEN IN SPAIN? 💚 Make a small donation $1-$5 via Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/wheninspain" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/wheninspain</a> WHAT IS WHEN IN SPAIN? The When in Spain show is a weekly podcast show, recorded in Madrid (and other parts of Spain) where l talk about my ‘warts and all’ observations and insights on life and culture on the Iberian peninsular. In each episode of the podcast I cast an eye on everyday life, people, places, politics, culture and history and attempt to give an honest opinion from a Brit who has a love-frustration relationship with Spain. I shall attempt to dispel or indeed confirm Spanish stereotypes through my ramblings and see if I can delve into the Spanish psyche. ..................................................................................................................... WHO THE HELL IS WHEN IN SPAIN? I'm Paul Burge, former BBC journalist, Hispanophile and Manchego lover. A Brit, born in Oxford and living in Spain for almost 5 years. I currently live in the centre of Madrid.

Where to rent in Spain – Cities & Neighbourhoods WIS005

Margit Sperling

Talking and tasting tapas with Margit Sperling from Walk and Eat Spain tour.Margit runs her own neighbourhood food tours in Madrid with a focus on the Malasaña barrio where she lives.In this episode we stop off in a couple of Margit´s favorite tapas stops, to sample cheese, wine and cañas. Along the way we talk tapas, how and what to order, our personal favorites and a few tips for those of you are ´tapeando´ for first time.Margit also talks about how her love of Spanish food started and what you can expect on one of her food tours. To check out more details and book onto a Walk &amp; Eat Spain tour with Margit visit her website walkandeatspain.com and her Facebook pageIn this episode we visited La Carbonera - Bar de Quesos and Bodegas El MañoAlso in this episode, When in Spain celebrates its first birthday! Feliz Cumpleaños!If you enjoy when in Spain please consider making a small donation via the crowdfunding website called Patreon and you can donate at patron.com/wheninspain FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN...👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Join the When in Spain Facebook Group. https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt📷Follow on Instagram to see photography from across Spain. https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJ📺Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/2SOrKrLWHAT IS WHEN IN SPAIN?The When in Spain show is a weekly podcast show, recorded in Madrid (and other parts of Spain) where l talk about my ‘warts and all’ observations and insights on life and culture on the Iberian peninsular.I cast an eye on everyday life, people, places, politics, culture and history and attempt to give an honest opinion from a Brit who has a love-frustration relationship with Spain. I shall attempt to dispel or indeed confirm Spanish stereotypes through my ramblings and see if I can delve into the Spanish psyche......................................................................................................................WHO THE HELL IS WHEN IN SPAIN?I'm Paul Burge, former BBC journalist, Hispanophile and Manchego lover. A Brit, born in Oxford and living in Spain for almost 5 years. I currently live in the centre of Madrid......................................................................................................................CONTACT wheninspain1@outlook.com

Talking and tasting tapas with Margit Sperling from Walk and Eat Spain tour. Margit runs her own neighbourhood food tours in Madrid with a focus on the Malasaña barrio where she lives. In this episode we stop off in a couple of Margit´s favorite tapas stops, to sample cheese, wine and cañas. Along the way we talk tapas, how and what to order, our personal favorites and a few tips for those of you are ´tapeando´ for first time. Margit also talks about how her love of Spanish food started and what you can expect on one of her food tours.  To check out more details and book onto a Walk &amp; Eat Spain tour with Margit visit her website <a href="http://walkandeatspain.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">walkandeatspain.com</a> and her Facebook page In this episode we visited La Carbonera - Bar de Quesos and Bodegas El Maño Also in this episode, When in Spain celebrates its first birthday! Feliz Cumpleaños! If you enjoy when in Spain please consider making a small donation via the crowdfunding website called Patreon and you can donate at <a href="http://patron.com/wheninspain" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">patron.com/wheninspain</a> FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN... 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Join the When in Spain Facebook Group. <a href="https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt</a> 📷Follow on Instagram to see photography from across Spain. <a href="https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJ</a> 📺Subscribe on YouTube: <a href="https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL</a> WHAT IS WHEN IN SPAIN? The When in Spain show is a weekly podcast show, recorded in Madrid (and other parts of Spain) where l talk about my ‘warts and all’ observations and insights on life and culture on the Iberian peninsular. I cast an eye on everyday life, people, places, politics, culture and history and attempt to give an honest opinion from a Brit who has a love-frustration relationship with Spain. I shall attempt to dispel or indeed confirm Spanish stereotypes through my ramblings and see if I can delve into the Spanish psyche. ..................................................................................................................... WHO THE HELL IS WHEN IN SPAIN? I'm Paul Burge, former BBC journalist, Hispanophile and Manchego lover. A Brit, born in Oxford and living in Spain for almost 5 years. I currently live in the centre of Madrid. ..................................................................................................................... CONTACT wheninspain1@outlook.com

Tapas – Talking and tasting with Margit Sperling from Walk & Eat Spain

In this week’s When in Spain episode I take us on a wander around El Rastro, Madrid's sprawling outdoor market where you can find almost anything. Whether visiting as a tourist or living in the Spanish capital, El Rastro flea market is a must-see and is one of the most 'castizo' things you can experience in the city.Whether visiting as a tourist or living in the Spanish capital, El Rastro flea market is a must-see. I survey what's on offer at the weekly market, from antiques, to denim jackets, to plastic dolls and pots and pans, the Rastro almost has it all. Even the largest collection of rubber bands you've ever seen.Taking in the sounds of traders, live music, bird whistles and music boxes, I trace the market's 400 year history. I look at how a royal decree banished traders from the centre to set up their stalls in La Latina neighbourhood and how Madrid's riverside slaughterhouses helped give the market its bloody name.“The Rastro's vendors are a heterogeneous lot, but those in antiques shops are likely to be world weary and half blinded by their own cigarette smoke. Sage and canny, they assess the quality of the potential client even before the latter has evaluated the merchandise.”Madrid’s tourist webpage link about El Rastro hereYou can listen to this episode and all of the others on the platforms below Apple Stitcher Android Google podcasts TuneIn SpotifyFOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN📺Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Join the When in Spain Facebook Group. https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt📷Follow on Instagram to see photography from across Spain. https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJWANT TO SUPPORT WHEN IN SPAIN? 💚 Make a small donation $1-$5 via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wheninspainWHAT IS WHEN IN SPAIN?The When in Spain show is a weekly podcast show, recorded in Madrid (and other parts of Spain) where l talk about my ‘warts and all’ observations and insights on life and culture on the Iberian peninsular.I cast an eye on everyday life, people, places, politics, culture and history and attempt to give an honest opinion from a Brit who has a love-frustration relationship with Spain. I shall attempt to dispel or indeed confirm Spanish stereotypes through my ramblings and see if I can delve into the Spanish psyche......................................................................................................................WHO THE HELL IS WHEN IN SPAIN?I'm Paul Burge, former BBC journalist, Hispanophile and Manchego lover. A Brit, born in Oxford and living in Spain for almost 5 years. I currently live in the centre of Madrid......................................................................................................................CONTACT wheninspain1@outlook.com

In this week’s When in Spain episode I take us on a wander around El Rastro, Madrid's sprawling outdoor market where you can find almost anything. Whether visiting as a tourist or living in the Spanish capital, El Rastro flea market is a must-see and is one of the most 'castizo' things you can experience in the city. Whether visiting as a tourist or living in the Spanish capital, El Rastro flea market is a must-see. I survey what's on offer at the weekly market, from antiques, to denim jackets, to plastic dolls and pots and pans, the Rastro almost has it all. Even the largest collection of rubber bands you've ever seen. Taking in the sounds of traders, live music, bird whistles and music boxes, I trace the market's 400 year history. I look at how a royal decree banished traders from the centre to set up their stalls in La Latina neighbourhood and how Madrid's riverside slaughterhouses helped give the market its bloody name. “The Rastro's vendors are a heterogeneous lot, but those in antiques shops are likely to be world weary and half blinded by their own cigarette smoke. Sage and canny, they assess the quality of the potential client even before the latter has evaluated the merchandise.” Madrid’s tourist webpage link about El Rastro here You can listen to this episode and all of the others on the platforms below Apple Stitcher Android Google podcasts TuneIn Spotify FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN 📺Subscribe on YouTube: <a href="https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL</a> 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Join the When in Spain Facebook Group. <a href="https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt</a> 📷Follow on Instagram to see photography from across Spain. <a href="https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJ</a> WANT TO SUPPORT WHEN IN SPAIN? 💚 Make a small donation $1-$5 via Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/wheninspain" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/wheninspain</a> WHAT IS WHEN IN SPAIN? The When in Spain show is a weekly podcast show, recorded in Madrid (and other parts of Spain) where l talk about my ‘warts and all’ observations and insights on life and culture on the Iberian peninsular. I cast an eye on everyday life, people, places, politics, culture and history and attempt to give an honest opinion from a Brit who has a love-frustration relationship with Spain. I shall attempt to dispel or indeed confirm Spanish stereotypes through my ramblings and see if I can delve into the Spanish psyche. ..................................................................................................................... WHO THE HELL IS WHEN IN SPAIN? I'm Paul Burge, former BBC journalist, Hispanophile and Manchego lover. A Brit, born in Oxford and living in Spain for almost 5 years. I currently live in the centre of Madrid. ..................................................................................................................... CONTACT wheninspain1@outlook.com

Spain’s most famous market: El Rastro de Madrid, sights, sounds & history – WIS024

Since living in Spain I've discovered new kitchen contraptions, I've used household items that I never used in the UK (mop &amp; bucket comes to mind) and developed an affection for dated furniture, confusing door bells and bidets. I've got used to literally hanging my laundry out in public, albeit clean of course! But I still miss a good wall to wall carpet when winter arrives.Having lived in five different properties during my years in Spain I've noticed many interesting little idiosyncrasies of apartment living in Madrid. In this episode I look at the differences between Spanish homes and homes in the UK and USA.The When in Spain podcast is an independently produced show. No adverts, no sponsors, no media company backing. All episodes are available to listen to free. However, my time and resources for producing the episodes are not free. It comes at a personal cost. So if you enjoy the When in Spain podcast and don't want to see it disappear please do consider making a small contribution to help support the future of the podcast.  Every listener donation, however big or small, is so valuable. For as little as $1 you can support When in Spain by becoming a Patron – and it only takes a minute. You can sign-up to become a When in Spain patron at https://www.patreon.com/wheninspainMuchisimas gracias!

Since living in Spain I've discovered new kitchen contraptions, I've used household items that I never used in the UK (mop &amp; bucket comes to mind) and developed an affection for dated furniture, confusing door bells and bidets. I've got used to literally hanging my laundry out in public, albeit clean of course! But I still miss a good wall to wall carpet when winter arrives. Having lived in five different properties during my years in Spain I've noticed many interesting little idiosyncrasies of apartment living in Madrid. In this episode I look at the differences between Spanish homes and homes in the UK and USA. The When in Spain podcast is an independently produced show. No adverts, no sponsors, no media company backing. All episodes are available to listen to free. However, my time and resources for producing the episodes are not free. It comes at a personal cost. So if you enjoy the When in Spain podcast and don't want to see it disappear please do consider making a small contribution to help support the future of the podcast.  Every listener donation, however big or small, is so valuable. For as little as $1 you can support When in Spain by becoming a Patron – and it only takes a minute. You can sign-up to become a When in Spain patron at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/wheninspain" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/wheninspain</a> Muchisimas gracias!

Comparing casas: the Spanish home & its curiosities

Nine Spanish culture shocks that I still can't get my head around, even after living in Spain for nearly six years. Here they are...1. Volume control?According to the World Health Organisation Spain is the second noisiest country in the world after Japan. This would explain why several times a week I wish I had a universal mute button. Almost everywhere you go it’s loud.In Spain people tend to live on top of each other in densely packed apartments which has created a phenomenon known as 'radio patio'. The inner courtyards of apartment blocks act as perfect echo chambers broadcasting residents' daily lives. With the windows open most of the year round you can't help but hear it all. Family arguments, phone conversations, TVs blaring, food frying and a chorus of orgasms.In bars you'll need to bark your order to the waiter to stand a chance of getting served. I've realised that you need a certain kind of voice with a perfect pitch to cut through all of the 'jaleo'. Something I do not possess.In Spain the car horn is a preferred mode of communication. You'll hear car horns more often than a Brit saying sorry. From a double punch on the steering wheel to continuous prolonged blasts the horn is used to announce your arrival, acknowledge a friend or scare a dog out of the way. If the traffic is particularly bad the driver will resort to simply leaning on the horn to get things moving.3. Spatial awarenessPersonal space in Spain is personal in the sense that it can be intimate. I've lost count of the times in bars when I've been moved to one side by a fellow customer and repositioned as if I were a bar stool. The pressing up against each other, pushing and the hand on the back manoeuvre are commonly adopted on the metro and on busses.When having a long conversation with a group of friends, standing smack bang in the middle of doorways and pavements is preferred. They've seen you coming. Will they move out of the way? It doesn't matter just dodge around them and into the road while carrying heavy shopping bags. Just don't interrupt their loud conversation.3. Adventures with customer serviceWhether you're in a bar, shop, restaurant or bank, when customer service is good in Spain it's great. When it's bad, it's terrible. In my years of living here I've found that poor 'ateccion al cliente' is a regular occurrence. Now, I suppose it could be argued that the direct, abrupt and often surly interactions are preferable to the overly gushy, forced and fake “have a nice day!” approach of some Anglo Saxon countries.Spaniards seem to have a high tolerance threshold and are rarely critical or demanding when faced with poor service. One solution is to become a regular. A bit like the tapas that get bigger and better with each round of drinks you buy, so the level of customer service tends to improve with each repeat visit. In the defence of poor customer service, I think economics has a lot to do answer for. 'La crisis' has caused a situation where many businesses try to offer everything with the absolute minimum of staff or resources.4. Daily timetableWhile Spaniards are still finishing off their 'natillas' from the daily lunch menu, back in the UK workers have already been back in the office for 2 hours. Yes, Spain is infamous for keeping late hours. This is something I still really struggle with. Especially when it come to mealtimes. I still can't get my head around eating lunch at 2:30/3pm and sitting down to and evening meal at 10pm, sometimes later on a weekend. The pregnant pause in the middle of the day when many people still head home to eat lunch and therefore finish work at 7 or 8pm. Many of my Spanish friends are divided on this. Half of them agree that they would prefer to take 30 mins for lunch and get out of the office at 6pm. For others a longer break in the middle of the day is still sacred. Mealtimes tend to dictate the timing of everything else with prime TV shows starting at ...

Nine Spanish culture shocks that I still can't get my head around, even after living in Spain for nearly six years. Here they are... 1. Volume control? According to the World Health Organisation Spain is the second noisiest country in the world after Japan. This would explain why several times a week I wish I had a universal mute button. Almost everywhere you go it’s loud. In Spain people tend to live on top of each other in densely packed apartments which has created a phenomenon known as 'radio patio'. The inner courtyards of apartment blocks act as perfect echo chambers broadcasting residents' daily lives. With the windows open most of the year round you can't help but hear it all. Family arguments, phone conversations, TVs blaring, food frying and a chorus of orgasms. In bars you'll need to bark your order to the waiter to stand a chance of getting served. I've realised that you need a certain kind of voice with a perfect pitch to cut through all of the 'jaleo'. Something I do not possess. In Spain the car horn is a preferred mode of communication. You'll hear car horns more often than a Brit saying sorry. From a double punch on the steering wheel to continuous prolonged blasts the horn is used to announce your arrival, acknowledge a friend or scare a dog out of the way. If the traffic is particularly bad the driver will resort to simply leaning on the horn to get things moving. 3. Spatial awareness Personal space in Spain is personal in the sense that it can be intimate. I've lost count of the times in bars when I've been moved to one side by a fellow customer and repositioned as if I were a bar stool. The pressing up against each other, pushing and the hand on the back manoeuvre are commonly adopted on the metro and on busses. When having a long conversation with a group of friends, standing smack bang in the middle of doorways and pavements is preferred. They've seen you coming. Will they move out of the way? It doesn't matter just dodge around them and into the road while carrying heavy shopping bags. Just don't interrupt their loud conversation. 3. Adventures with customer service Whether you're in a bar, shop, restaurant or bank, when customer service is good in Spain it's great. When it's bad, it's terrible. In my years of living here I've found that poor 'ateccion al cliente' is a regular occurrence. Now, I suppose it could be argued that the direct, abrupt and often surly interactions are preferable to the overly gushy, forced and fake “have a nice day!” approach of some Anglo Saxon countries. Spaniards seem to have a high tolerance threshold and are rarely critical or demanding when faced with poor service. One solution is to become a regular. A bit like the tapas that get bigger and better with each round of drinks you buy, so the level of customer service tends to improve with each repeat visit. In the defence of poor customer service, I think economics has a lot to do answer for. 'La crisis' has caused a situation where many businesses try to offer everything with the absolute minimum of staff or resources. 4. Daily timetable While Spaniards are still finishing off their 'natillas' from the daily lunch menu, back in the UK workers have already been back in the office for 2 hours. Yes, Spain is infamous for keeping late hours. This is something I still really struggle with. Especially when it come to mealtimes. I still can't get my head around eating lunch at 2:30/3pm and sitting down to and evening meal at 10pm, sometimes later on a weekend. The pregnant pause in the middle of the day when many people still head home to eat lunch and therefore finish work at 7 or 8pm. Many of my Spanish friends are divided on this. Half of them agree that they would prefer to take 30 mins for lunch and get out of the office at 6pm. For others a longer break in the middle of the day is still sacred. Mealtimes tend to dictate the timing of everything else with prime TV shows starting at ...

Nine Spanish culture shocks: Habits in Spain I can’t get used to

Jamón Jamón

An episode dedicated to that quintessential Spanish delicacy, jamón. When visiting Spain it's a must-try tasty treat. I meet food guide Margit Sperling at Hermanos Benito Jamonería in Madrid's Mostenses Market.With the help of 'Jamonero' José Ignacio Benito we sample Ibérico ham and Serrano ham and compare the differences. Margit gives useful advice on what and where to buy jamón and we look at the production process of the different types of Spanish ham and touch on the history of heating pork in Spain.After sampling a few slices we wander around the municipal market to see what else is on offer and reflect on the history and significance of Spain's neighbourhood municipal markets.If you're interested in a food tour with Margit please check out her webpage walkandeatspain.comDID YOU ENJOY THIS EPISODE? PLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE WHEN IN SPAIN PODCAST BY BECOMING A PATRON AT patreon.com/wheninspain FOR BEING A PATRON YOU´LL GET EXCLUSIVE ACCESS TO BONUS CONTENT SUCH AS LIVE VIDEOS, BONUS PODCAST EPISODES, INTERVIEWS, NEWSLETTERS &amp; Q&amp;As, AND TOURS!LOVE PHOTOGRAPHY OF SPAIN? FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN ON INSTAGRAM instagram.com/wheninspain1

An episode dedicated to that quintessential Spanish delicacy, jamón. When visiting Spain it's a must-try tasty treat. I meet food guide Margit Sperling at Hermanos Benito Jamonería in Madrid's Mostenses Market. With the help of 'Jamonero' José Ignacio Benito we sample Ibérico ham and Serrano ham and compare the differences. Margit gives useful advice on what and where to buy jamón and we look at the production process of the different types of Spanish ham and touch on the history of heating pork in Spain. After sampling a few slices we wander around the municipal market to see what else is on offer and reflect on the history and significance of Spain's neighbourhood municipal markets. If you're interested in a food tour with Margit please check out her webpage <a href="http://walkandeatspain.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">walkandeatspain.com</a> DID YOU ENJOY THIS EPISODE? PLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE WHEN IN SPAIN PODCAST BY BECOMING A PATRON AT <a href="http://patreon.com/wheninspain" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">patreon.com/wheninspain</a> FOR BEING A PATRON YOU´LL GET EXCLUSIVE ACCESS TO BONUS CONTENT SUCH AS LIVE VIDEOS, BONUS PODCAST EPISODES, INTERVIEWS, NEWSLETTERS &amp; Q&amp;As, AND TOURS! LOVE PHOTOGRAPHY OF SPAIN? FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN ON INSTAGRAM <a href="http://instagram.com/wheninspain1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">instagram.com/wheninspain1</a>

Jamón Jamón! Spanish Ham 101 – Ibérico vs Serrano

Evening meals at 11pm! Two-hour lunch breaks! Hitting bars until 7am!In this episode I try to stay awake to look at Spain’s daily routine, timetables, mealtimes and work schedules and try to work out if Spaniards really do ever sleep.I examine the history of the infamous Spanish siesta (Think ancient Rome, Franco and the Spanish Civil War) and find out of it really does still exist or has just become a tired stereotype.I discuss my struggles with eating dinner at inhumane hours of the night. I also examine research and find out why the Spanish work such long hours and yet are some of the least productive in Europe and find out why Spain is in the wrong timezone. There are moves to move it back an hour. Will it happen?Can the rhythm of Spanish life can ever be harmonised with other European countries…?FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN📺Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Join the When in Spain Facebook Group. https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt📷Follow on Instagram to see photography from across Spain. https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJWANT TO SUPPORT WHEN IN SPAIN? 💚 Make a small donation $1-$5 via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wheninspainWHAT IS WHEN IN SPAIN?The When in Spain show is a weekly podcast show, recorded in Madrid (and other parts of Spain) where l talk about my ‘warts and all’ observations and insights on life and culture on the Iberian peninsular.In each episode of the podcast I cast an eye on everyday life, people, places, politics, culture and history and attempt to give an honest opinion from a Brit who has a love-frustration relationship with Spain. I shall attempt to dispel or indeed confirm Spanish stereotypes through my ramblings and see if I can delve into the Spanish psyche......................................................................................................................WHO THE HELL IS WHEN IN SPAIN?I'm Paul Burge, former BBC journalist, Hispanophile and Manchego lover. A Brit, born in Oxford and living in Spain for almost 5 years. I currently live in the centre of Madrid.

Evening meals at 11pm! Two-hour lunch breaks! Hitting bars until 7am! In this episode I try to stay awake to look at Spain’s daily routine, timetables, mealtimes and work schedules and try to work out if Spaniards really do ever sleep. I examine the history of the infamous Spanish siesta (Think ancient Rome, Franco and the Spanish Civil War) and find out of it really does still exist or has just become a tired stereotype. I discuss my struggles with eating dinner at inhumane hours of the night. I also examine research and find out why the Spanish work such long hours and yet are some of the least productive in Europe and find out why Spain is in the wrong timezone. There are moves to move it back an hour. Will it happen? Can the rhythm of Spanish life can ever be harmonised with other European countries…? FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN 📺Subscribe on YouTube: <a href="https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL</a> 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Join the When in Spain Facebook Group. <a href="https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt</a> 📷Follow on Instagram to see photography from across Spain. <a href="https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJ</a> WANT TO SUPPORT WHEN IN SPAIN? 💚 Make a small donation $1-$5 via Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/wheninspain" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/wheninspain</a> WHAT IS WHEN IN SPAIN? The When in Spain show is a weekly podcast show, recorded in Madrid (and other parts of Spain) where l talk about my ‘warts and all’ observations and insights on life and culture on the Iberian peninsular. In each episode of the podcast I cast an eye on everyday life, people, places, politics, culture and history and attempt to give an honest opinion from a Brit who has a love-frustration relationship with Spain. I shall attempt to dispel or indeed confirm Spanish stereotypes through my ramblings and see if I can delve into the Spanish psyche. ..................................................................................................................... WHO THE HELL IS WHEN IN SPAIN? I'm Paul Burge, former BBC journalist, Hispanophile and Manchego lover. A Brit, born in Oxford and living in Spain for almost 5 years. I currently live in the centre of Madrid.

Siesta & fiesta! What’s up with Spain’s crazy daily routine!? – WIS016

Molly Piccavey

Are you thinking about making the move to Spain? Wondering where to live and how to buy or rent a property? Do you want to look for work or retire to Spain? If the answer is yes to any of these questions then this episode is for you.I chat with Molly Piccavey who runs the award-winning Spain blog Piccavey.com and also works as a relocation coach. Molly has spent more than two decades living and working in Spain and she explains all of the important factors to consider ahead of a permanent or long term move to Spain.In the episode we talk about finding property to buy or rent and potential hidden expenses, how to choose a part of Spain where you'll enjoy living, finding work, paperwork, healthcare options, learning Spanish and adapting to the Spanish lifestyle.You can find Molly's blog and more information about her relocation coach service at piccavey.com If you'd like to contact Molly directly about her relocation service email her at mollysp@gmail.comDID YOU ENJOY THIS EPISODE? PLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE WHEN IN SPAIN PODCAST BY BECOMING A PATRON AT patreon.com/wheninspain FOR BEING A PATRON YOU´LL GET EXCLUSIVE ACCESS TO BONUS CONTENT SUCH AS LIVE VIDEOS, BONUS PODCAST EPISODES, INTERVIEWS, NEWSLETTERS &amp; Q&amp;As, AND TOURS!LOVE PHOTOGRAPHY OF SPAIN? FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN ON INSTAGRAM instagram.com/wheninspain1

Are you thinking about making the move to Spain? Wondering where to live and how to buy or rent a property? Do you want to look for work or retire to Spain? If the answer is yes to any of these questions then this episode is for you. I chat with Molly Piccavey who runs the award-winning Spain blog <a href="http://Piccavey.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Piccavey.com</a> and also works as a relocation coach. Molly has spent more than two decades living and working in Spain and she explains all of the important factors to consider ahead of a permanent or long term move to Spain. In the episode we talk about finding property to buy or rent and potential hidden expenses, how to choose a part of Spain where you'll enjoy living, finding work, paperwork, healthcare options, learning Spanish and adapting to the Spanish lifestyle. You can find Molly's blog and more information about her relocation coach service at <a href="http://piccavey.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">piccavey.com</a>  If you'd like to contact Molly directly about her relocation service email her at mollysp@gmail.com DID YOU ENJOY THIS EPISODE? PLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE WHEN IN SPAIN PODCAST BY BECOMING A PATRON AT <a href="http://patreon.com/wheninspain" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">patreon.com/wheninspain</a> FOR BEING A PATRON YOU´LL GET EXCLUSIVE ACCESS TO BONUS CONTENT SUCH AS LIVE VIDEOS, BONUS PODCAST EPISODES, INTERVIEWS, NEWSLETTERS &amp; Q&amp;As, AND TOURS! LOVE PHOTOGRAPHY OF SPAIN? FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN ON INSTAGRAM <a href="http://instagram.com/wheninspain1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">instagram.com/wheninspain1</a>

Moving to Spain checklist with relocation coach Molly Piccavey

Valentina Ruffoni

I talk about the Madrid restaurant scene and foodie community in the Spanish capital with Eat Out Madrid founder Valentina Ruffoni. Eat Out Madrid is a Facebook community where food fans can share their personal reviews, recommendations and photos.I talk to Valentina about Madrid's restaurant scene, dining culture and culture shocks and favourite foods we miss from back home.DID YOU ENJOY THIS EPISODE? PLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE WHEN IN SPAIN PODCAST BY BECOMING A PATRON AT patreon.com/wheninspain FOR BEING A PATRON YOU´LL GET EXCLUSIVE ACCESS TO BONUS CONTENT SUCH AS LIVE VIDEOS, BONUS PODCAST EPISODES, INTERVIEWS, NEWSLETTERS &amp; Q&amp;As, AND TOURS!LOVE PHOTOGRAPHY OF SPAIN? FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN ON INSTAGRAM instagram.com/wheninspain1

I talk about the Madrid restaurant scene and foodie community in the Spanish capital with Eat Out Madrid founder Valentina Ruffoni. Eat Out Madrid is a Facebook community where food fans can share their personal reviews, recommendations and photos. I talk to Valentina about Madrid's restaurant scene, dining culture and culture shocks and favourite foods we miss from back home. DID YOU ENJOY THIS EPISODE? PLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE WHEN IN SPAIN PODCAST BY BECOMING A PATRON AT <a href="http://patreon.com/wheninspain" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">patreon.com/wheninspain</a> FOR BEING A PATRON YOU´LL GET EXCLUSIVE ACCESS TO BONUS CONTENT SUCH AS LIVE VIDEOS, BONUS PODCAST EPISODES, INTERVIEWS, NEWSLETTERS &amp; Q&amp;As, AND TOURS! LOVE PHOTOGRAPHY OF SPAIN? FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN ON INSTAGRAM <a href="http://instagram.com/wheninspain1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">instagram.com/wheninspain1</a>

Eat Out Madrid – Talking about Spain’s food lover community with Valentina Ruffoni

Cepee Tabibian

Are you thinking of starting a new life in Spain but feel like you've left it too late? Do you want to break free of your routine and start a journey of reinvention, self-discovery and personal growth? Is it too late to change your life when you're already in your 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond?This week I talk to Cepee Tabibian about these issues and doubts that many of us have when considering making a big change in our lives. We talk about starting a fresh and relocating to a new country a little bit later in life and examine the challenges and rewards that come with it. Cepee provides useful advice, insights and motivation for anyone and particularly women who are thinking about a new life in Spain.Cepee Tabibian is a social media strategist and community manager. In 2015, at the age of 35 she "hit refresh" and left a comfortable life in Austin,Texas for the unknown in Madrid, Spain.That one decision led her on a path of rapid personal and professional growth. Realizing there was a gap in the market for women "of a certain age" who wanted to radically change their life, she founded She Hit Refresh in 2017 to help other women like herself.Cepee also runs Madrid Blogger Network, Madrid’s largest community for bloggers and content creators and co-hosts CMXConnect Madrid, a community that brings together community leaders in person to connect and learn from one another.The When in Spain podcast is an independently produced show. No adverts, no sponsors, no media company backing. All episodes are available to listen to free. However, my time and resources for producing the episodes are not free. It comes at a personal cost. So if you enjoy the When in Spain podcast and don't want to see it disappear please do consider making a small contribution to help support the future of podcast.  Every listener donation, however big or small, is so valuable. For as little as $1 you can support When in Spain by becoming a Patron – and it only takes a minute. You can sign-up to become a When in Spain patron at https://www.patreon.com/wheninspain

Are you thinking of starting a new life in Spain but feel like you've left it too late? Do you want to break free of your routine and start a journey of reinvention, self-discovery and personal growth? Is it too late to change your life when you're already in your 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond? This week I talk to Cepee Tabibian about these issues and doubts that many of us have when considering making a big change in our lives. We talk about starting a fresh and relocating to a new country a little bit later in life and examine the challenges and rewards that come with it. Cepee provides useful advice, insights and motivation for anyone and particularly women who are thinking about a new life in Spain. Cepee Tabibian is a social media strategist and community manager. In 2015, at the age of 35 she "hit refresh" and left a comfortable life in Austin,Texas for the unknown in Madrid, Spain. That one decision led her on a path of rapid personal and professional growth. Realizing there was a gap in the market for women "of a certain age" who wanted to radically change their life, she founded She Hit Refresh in 2017 to help other women like herself. Cepee also runs Madrid Blogger Network, Madrid’s largest community for bloggers and content creators and co-hosts CMXConnect Madrid, a community that brings together community leaders in person to connect and learn from one another. The When in Spain podcast is an independently produced show. No adverts, no sponsors, no media company backing. All episodes are available to listen to free. However, my time and resources for producing the episodes are not free. It comes at a personal cost. So if you enjoy the When in Spain podcast and don't want to see it disappear please do consider making a small contribution to help support the future of podcast.  Every listener donation, however big or small, is so valuable. For as little as $1 you can support When in Spain by becoming a Patron – and it only takes a minute. You can sign-up to become a When in Spain patron at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/wheninspain" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/wheninspain</a>

Moving to Spain a little later in life – a journey of personal growth & reinvention with Cepee Tabibian

Kate Boyle

Author, Kate Boyle talks about her novel Happy as a Partridge - Life and Love in Madrid. Kate spent two-and-a-half years living and teaching English in Madrid. Kate recounts her own experience of living in the Spanish capital which inspired her to write her first book whose protagonist is Evie Fuller, a girl approaching her thirties looking for a change of scene and renewed zest for life.Kate shares the ups and downs of finding herself in Madrid after winning a competition, what made her stay for much longer than planned and what eventually took her back to her native London. Along the way Kate offers her insights on Spanish life, culture shocks, her days teaching English to a group of mechanics and what she misses about Spain. If you'd like to buy a copy of Happy as a Partridge check out the links below, mentioned in the podcast.AmazonMadreadKate's webpageDID YOU ENJOY THIS EPISODE? PLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE WHEN IN SPAIN PODCAST BY BECOMING A PATRON AT patreon.com/wheninspain FOR BEING A PATRON YOU´LL GET EXCLUSIVE ACCESS TO BONUS CONTENT SUCH AS LIVE VIDEOS, BONUS PODCAST EPISODES, INTERVIEWS, NEWSLETTERS &amp; Q&amp;As, AND TOURS!LOVE PHOTOGRAPHY OF SPAIN? FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN ON INSTAGRAM instagram.com/wheninspain1

Author, Kate Boyle talks about her novel Happy as a Partridge - Life and Love in Madrid. Kate spent two-and-a-half years living and teaching English in Madrid. Kate recounts her own experience of living in the Spanish capital which inspired her to write her first book whose protagonist is Evie Fuller, a girl approaching her thirties looking for a change of scene and renewed zest for life. Kate shares the ups and downs of finding herself in Madrid after winning a competition, what made her stay for much longer than planned and what eventually took her back to her native London. Along the way Kate offers her insights on Spanish life, culture shocks, her days teaching English to a group of mechanics and what she misses about Spain. If you'd like to buy a copy of Happy as a Partridge check out the links below, mentioned in the podcast. Amazon Madread Kate's webpage DID YOU ENJOY THIS EPISODE? PLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE WHEN IN SPAIN PODCAST BY BECOMING A PATRON AT <a href="http://patreon.com/wheninspain" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">patreon.com/wheninspain</a> FOR BEING A PATRON YOU´LL GET EXCLUSIVE ACCESS TO BONUS CONTENT SUCH AS LIVE VIDEOS, BONUS PODCAST EPISODES, INTERVIEWS, NEWSLETTERS &amp; Q&amp;As, AND TOURS! LOVE PHOTOGRAPHY OF SPAIN? FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN ON INSTAGRAM <a href="http://instagram.com/wheninspain1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">instagram.com/wheninspain1</a>

Happy as a Partridge – Author Kate Boyle on Life & Love in Madrid

Daniel Welsch

The great Spanish city face-off. Yes, it's the question so many people ask - which city is best, Madrid or Barcelona? And it's a difficult question to give a definitive answer to!To help me compare these two amazing Spanish cities I speak to Daniel Welsch who has the great privilege of actually living in both cities simultaneously. Qué Suerte! or Que Sort!After living in Madrid for 14 years Daniel recently relocated to Barcelona when his girlfriend landed a new job there. But that doesn't stop him spending a week or two each month in his beloved Madrid.Daniel has recently had an article published on this very topic on Lonely Planet. He's also well-known for his Chorizo Chronicles blog, looking at Spanish life as an expat.Together we look at the pros and cons of both cities and examine, culture, people, work, food and livability along with Daniel's favourites places in each.Are you a Madrid or Barcelona person?Also check out Daniel's English learning resources at aprendemasingles.com his YouTube Channel and podcast.DID YOU ENJOY THIS EPISODE? PLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE WHEN IN SPAIN PODCAST BY BECOMING A PATRON AT patreon.com/wheninspain FOR BEING A PATRON YOU´LL GET EXCLUSIVE ACCESS TO BONUS CONTENT SUCH AS LIVE VIDEOS, BONUS PODCAST EPISODES, INTERVIEWS, NEWSLETTERS &amp; Q&amp;As, AND TOURS!LOVE PHOTOGRAPHY OF SPAIN? FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN ON INSTAGRAM instagram.com/wheninspain1

The great Spanish city face-off. Yes, it's the question so many people ask - which city is best, Madrid or Barcelona? And it's a difficult question to give a definitive answer to! To help me compare these two amazing Spanish cities I speak to Daniel Welsch who has the great privilege of actually living in both cities simultaneously. Qué Suerte! or Que Sort! After living in Madrid for 14 years Daniel recently relocated to Barcelona when his girlfriend landed a new job there. But that doesn't stop him spending a week or two each month in his beloved Madrid. Daniel has recently had an article published on this very topic on Lonely Planet. He's also well-known for his Chorizo Chronicles blog, looking at Spanish life as an expat. Together we look at the pros and cons of both cities and examine, culture, people, work, food and livability along with Daniel's favourites places in each. Are you a Madrid or Barcelona person? Also check out Daniel's English learning resources at <a href="http://aprendemasingles.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">aprendemasingles.com</a> his YouTube Channel and podcast. DID YOU ENJOY THIS EPISODE? PLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE WHEN IN SPAIN PODCAST BY BECOMING A PATRON AT <a href="http://patreon.com/wheninspain" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">patreon.com/wheninspain</a> FOR BEING A PATRON YOU´LL GET EXCLUSIVE ACCESS TO BONUS CONTENT SUCH AS LIVE VIDEOS, BONUS PODCAST EPISODES, INTERVIEWS, NEWSLETTERS &amp; Q&amp;As, AND TOURS! LOVE PHOTOGRAPHY OF SPAIN? FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN ON INSTAGRAM <a href="http://instagram.com/wheninspain1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">instagram.com/wheninspain1</a>

Madrid vs Barcelona – comparing the incomparable with Daniel Welsch

An interview with award-winning Spain blogger and Andalucía expert, Molly Piccavey.In this episode dedicated to Spain's southern region of Andalucía, we talk about how Molly set-up and has grown her blog piccavey.com to a top 50 travel blog. Molly shares here take on what to see, visit, eat and drink in Andalucía. We'll also look at the Andalusian culture and Molly offers some tips and tricks about getting the most out of a trip to Andalucía.About MollyMolly runs Piccavey.com, an award-winning travel and lifestyle blog all about Spain but with a particular focus on Andalucia. Molly has been blogging about Spain since 2011, she's originally from sunny nottingham in the UK but moved to Spain in 1998 first to Barcelona and then to the the Andalusian city of Granada where's she's been living for 13 years.Check out her fantastic blog: https://www.piccavey.com/FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN...WANT TO SUPPORT WHEN IN SPAIN? 💚 Make a small donation $1-$5 via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wheninspain👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Join the When in Spain Facebook Group. https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt📷Follow on Instagram to see photography from across Spain. https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJ📺Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/2SOrKrLWHAT IS WHEN IN SPAIN?The When in Spain show is a weekly podcast show, recorded in Madrid (and other parts of Spain) where l talk about my ‘warts and all’ observations and insights on life and culture on the Iberian peninsular.I cast an eye on everyday life, people, places, politics, culture and history and attempt to give an honest opinion from a Brit who has a love-frustration relationship with Spain. I shall attempt to dispel or indeed confirm Spanish stereotypes through my ramblings and see if I can delve into the Spanish psyche......................................................................................................................WHO THE HELL IS WHEN IN SPAIN?I'm Paul Burge, former BBC journalist, Hispanophile and Manchego lover. A Brit, born in Oxford and living in Spain for almost 5 years. I currently live in the centre of Madrid......................................................................................................................CONTACT wheninspain1@outlook.com

An interview with award-winning Spain blogger and Andalucía expert, Molly Piccavey. In this episode dedicated to Spain's southern region of Andalucía, we talk about how Molly set-up and has grown her blog <a href="http://piccavey.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">piccavey.com</a> to a top 50 travel blog. Molly shares here take on what to see, visit, eat and drink in Andalucía. We'll also look at the Andalusian culture and Molly offers some tips and tricks about getting the most out of a trip to Andalucía. About Molly Molly runs <a href="http://Piccavey.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Piccavey.com</a>, an award-winning travel and lifestyle blog all about Spain but with a particular focus on Andalucia. Molly has been blogging about Spain since 2011, she's originally from sunny nottingham in the UK but moved to Spain in 1998 first to Barcelona and then to the the Andalusian city of Granada where's she's been living for 13 years. Check out her fantastic blog: <a href="https://www.piccavey.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.piccavey.com/</a> FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN... WANT TO SUPPORT WHEN IN SPAIN? 💚 Make a small donation $1-$5 via Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/wheninspain" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/wheninspain</a> 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Join the When in Spain Facebook Group. <a href="https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt</a> 📷Follow on Instagram to see photography from across Spain. <a href="https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJ</a> 📺Subscribe on YouTube: <a href="https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL</a> WHAT IS WHEN IN SPAIN? The When in Spain show is a weekly podcast show, recorded in Madrid (and other parts of Spain) where l talk about my ‘warts and all’ observations and insights on life and culture on the Iberian peninsular. I cast an eye on everyday life, people, places, politics, culture and history and attempt to give an honest opinion from a Brit who has a love-frustration relationship with Spain. I shall attempt to dispel or indeed confirm Spanish stereotypes through my ramblings and see if I can delve into the Spanish psyche. ..................................................................................................................... WHO THE HELL IS WHEN IN SPAIN? I'm Paul Burge, former BBC journalist, Hispanophile and Manchego lover. A Brit, born in Oxford and living in Spain for almost 5 years. I currently live in the centre of Madrid. ..................................................................................................................... CONTACT wheninspain1@outlook.com

Talking Andalucía with Spain blogger Molly Piccavey

Want to speak Spanish fluently?I stop off at The Royal Spanish Academy or Real Academia Española, in the centre of Madrid, ground zero for the Spanish language and home of the Diccionario de la lengua española, the official dictionary of the Spanish language. The Academy's mission is to ensure the stability of the Spanish language and promote linguistic unity under the motto "Limpia, fija y da esplendor" "Cleans, fixes, and gives splendor".Overcome with the splendor of the Spanish language I felt inspired to share how I managed to become fluent in Spanish. Mastering Spanish can be tricky, so in this episode I share eight personal top tips for learning Spanish successfully, whether you're a beginner, improver or mastering fluency.I talk about motivation, learning routines, speaking habits, how to stay focused and positive and enjoy the Spanish language learning journey. I also recommend a selection of books for intermediate and advanced learners of Spanish.TIPS:1. Find your motivation At the beginning of our language learning journey we all ask, 'How can I learn Spanish?'. How can I learn Spanish quickly and enjoyably as possible? You're asking yourself the wrong question. The question should be 'Why do I want to learn Spanish?' Finding your motivation to learn Spanish is so important.2. Resist instant gratification Learning a language as an adult is a life-long process. We live in a fast-paced world with more and more emphasis on instant gratification. 'I want to be able to speak Spanish fluently now and I'm not prepared to invest hours, months, years in the process.' This is a fallacy. You feel like things are going slowly. That's fine. Don't beat yourself up about it!3. Make Spanish bite-size Don't pose yourself 'huge' questions like, 'how can I perfect my Spanish?'. Don't make the mistake of setting yourself gigantic goals which become insurmountable. Instead make yourself a list of small achievable goals. Yes, be ambitious but be selective in your language learning.4. Mimic the accent and be confident! What's the point in perfecting Spanish grammar and having a really rich vocabulary if when you speak Spaniards struggle to understand you or flinch at your 'accentazo'? If you're not saying things that are easily understandable, then it doesn't really matter how well you know the imperfect subjunctive.5. Immerse yourself Go to Spain and actually speak to native Spanish speakers. Watch Spanish TV, listen to Spanish radio and music and read in Spanish. Resist the temptation to fall back on your favourite TV shows from back home.6. Get into a routine Normally we moan about routines, but to learn Spanish successfully you'll need to make it a habit. Don't do what I did when I first started learning Spanish. Epic weekend-long learning sessions followed by nothing for weeks, sometimes months. Little and often is the key to success.7. Don't become a fossil! Don't fall into the 'I can just get by with what I already know' trap. It's easy to get comfortable with the level you have, maybe it's good enough to survive so why bother learning any more? What you're really saying is, I'm happy to just keep making the same mistakes. Find new ways to stay motivated and keep moving forward with your Spanish. What's the point in doing something in a half-hearted way?8. Learn the grammar Yep, there's no way to avoid it i'm afraid. You can't learn Spanish successfully without learning the grammar. It's really a case of just hitting the books and studying. It's quite a mechanical process. If that sounds like language learning hell then luckily there are lots of resources available online.🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸Here’s a list of books I used to help me get to a fluent level of Spanish:Spanish Grammar in Context - Angela Howkins and J. Kattan-IbarraSpeed Up Your Spanish: Strategies to Avoid Common Errors - Javier Muñoz-Basols and Olga Núñez Piñeiro...

Want to speak Spanish fluently? I stop off at The Royal Spanish Academy or Real Academia Española, in the centre of Madrid, ground zero for the Spanish language and home of the Diccionario de la lengua española, the official dictionary of the Spanish language. The Academy's mission is to ensure the stability of the Spanish language and promote linguistic unity under the motto "Limpia, fija y da esplendor" "Cleans, fixes, and gives splendor". Overcome with the splendor of the Spanish language I felt inspired to share how I managed to become fluent in Spanish. Mastering Spanish can be tricky, so in this episode I share eight personal top tips for learning Spanish successfully, whether you're a beginner, improver or mastering fluency. I talk about motivation, learning routines, speaking habits, how to stay focused and positive and enjoy the Spanish language learning journey. I also recommend a selection of books for intermediate and advanced learners of Spanish. TIPS: 1. Find your motivation At the beginning of our language learning journey we all ask, 'How can I learn Spanish?'. How can I learn Spanish quickly and enjoyably as possible? You're asking yourself the wrong question. The question should be 'Why do I want to learn Spanish?' Finding your motivation to learn Spanish is so important. 2. Resist instant gratification Learning a language as an adult is a life-long process. We live in a fast-paced world with more and more emphasis on instant gratification. 'I want to be able to speak Spanish fluently now and I'm not prepared to invest hours, months, years in the process.' This is a fallacy. You feel like things are going slowly. That's fine. Don't beat yourself up about it! 3. Make Spanish bite-size Don't pose yourself 'huge' questions like, 'how can I perfect my Spanish?'. Don't make the mistake of setting yourself gigantic goals which become insurmountable. Instead make yourself a list of small achievable goals. Yes, be ambitious but be selective in your language learning. 4. Mimic the accent and be confident! What's the point in perfecting Spanish grammar and having a really rich vocabulary if when you speak Spaniards struggle to understand you or flinch at your 'accentazo'? If you're not saying things that are easily understandable, then it doesn't really matter how well you know the imperfect subjunctive. 5. Immerse yourself Go to Spain and actually speak to native Spanish speakers. Watch Spanish TV, listen to Spanish radio and music and read in Spanish. Resist the temptation to fall back on your favourite TV shows from back home. 6. Get into a routine Normally we moan about routines, but to learn Spanish successfully you'll need to make it a habit. Don't do what I did when I first started learning Spanish. Epic weekend-long learning sessions followed by nothing for weeks, sometimes months. Little and often is the key to success. 7. Don't become a fossil! Don't fall into the 'I can just get by with what I already know' trap. It's easy to get comfortable with the level you have, maybe it's good enough to survive so why bother learning any more? What you're really saying is, I'm happy to just keep making the same mistakes. Find new ways to stay motivated and keep moving forward with your Spanish. What's the point in doing something in a half-hearted way? 8. Learn the grammar Yep, there's no way to avoid it i'm afraid. You can't learn Spanish successfully without learning the grammar. It's really a case of just hitting the books and studying. It's quite a mechanical process. If that sounds like language learning hell then luckily there are lots of resources available online. 🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸 Here’s a list of books I used to help me get to a fluent level of Spanish: Spanish Grammar in Context - Angela Howkins and J. Kattan-Ibarra Speed Up Your Spanish: Strategies to Avoid Common Errors - Javier Muñoz-Basols and Olga Núñez Piñeiro ...

Learn to Speak Spanish Fluently : 8 tips to master Spanish – WIS029

Cerveza! Yes, a whole episode dedicated to beer! Salud! Spain is the 4th biggest beer producer in Europe and the 10th biggest in the world.But, ordering a beer can be a confusing experience. Do you order a caña or a tubo? What’s the difference between a copa and a doble? How big is a tanque? Can I just order a pint? Maybe. Beers in Spain come in all shapes and sizes, and how you order them will often depend what region, city or bar you’re in.I try to clear up the confusion in this episode by hitting some bars and drinking some beers.All in the name of research of course!I also look at the regional beer brands found across Spain and find Málaga’s Victoria beer on tap in the centre of Madrid, to my surprise. I chat to a butcher turned bar owner about people’s changing tastes and find a craft beer store that caters to Spain’s increasing demand for more exotic flavours.FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN📺Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Join the When in Spain Facebook Group. https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt📷Follow on Instagram to see photography from across Spain. https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJWANT TO SUPPORT WHEN IN SPAIN? 💚 Make a small donation $1-$5 via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wheninspainBeer brands in SpainWHAT IS WHEN IN SPAIN?The When in Spain show is a weekly podcast show, recorded in Madrid (and other parts of Spain) where l talk about my ‘warts and all’ observations and insights on life and culture on the Iberian peninsular.In each episode of the podcast I cast an eye on everyday life, people, places, politics, culture and history and attempt to give an honest opinion from a Brit who has a love-frustration relationship with Spain. I shall attempt to dispel or indeed confirm Spanish stereotypes through my ramblings and see if I can delve into the Spanish psyche......................................................................................................................WHO THE HELL IS WHEN IN SPAIN?I'm Paul Burge, former BBC journalist, Hispanophile and Manchego lover. A Brit, born in Oxford and living in Spain for almost 5 years. I currently live in the centre of Madrid.

Cerveza! Yes, a whole episode dedicated to beer! Salud! Spain is the 4th biggest beer producer in Europe and the 10th biggest in the world. But, ordering a beer can be a confusing experience. Do you order a caña or a tubo? What’s the difference between a copa and a doble? How big is a tanque? Can I just order a pint? Maybe. Beers in Spain come in all shapes and sizes, and how you order them will often depend what region, city or bar you’re in. I try to clear up the confusion in this episode by hitting some bars and drinking some beers. All in the name of research of course! I also look at the regional beer brands found across Spain and find Málaga’s Victoria beer on tap in the centre of Madrid, to my surprise. I chat to a butcher turned bar owner about people’s changing tastes and find a craft beer store that caters to Spain’s increasing demand for more exotic flavours. FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN 📺Subscribe on YouTube: <a href="https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL</a> 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Join the When in Spain Facebook Group. <a href="https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt</a> 📷Follow on Instagram to see photography from across Spain. <a href="https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJ</a> WANT TO SUPPORT WHEN IN SPAIN? 💚 Make a small donation $1-$5 via Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/wheninspain" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/wheninspain</a> Beer brands in Spain WHAT IS WHEN IN SPAIN? The When in Spain show is a weekly podcast show, recorded in Madrid (and other parts of Spain) where l talk about my ‘warts and all’ observations and insights on life and culture on the Iberian peninsular. In each episode of the podcast I cast an eye on everyday life, people, places, politics, culture and history and attempt to give an honest opinion from a Brit who has a love-frustration relationship with Spain. I shall attempt to dispel or indeed confirm Spanish stereotypes through my ramblings and see if I can delve into the Spanish psyche. ..................................................................................................................... WHO THE HELL IS WHEN IN SPAIN? I'm Paul Burge, former BBC journalist, Hispanophile and Manchego lover. A Brit, born in Oxford and living in Spain for almost 5 years. I currently live in the centre of Madrid.

Spanish Beer – Brands, Bars and how to order like a native – WIS013

Ben Curtis

Marina Diez

Spanish podcast pioneers, Ben Curtis, an Englishman from Oxford and Marina Diez, a native Madrileña have run the Notes in Spanish podcast since 2006 for all Spanish language learners. They also produced the Notes from Spain podcast series about Spanish life and culture.Ben and Marina and their podcasts were a huge inspiration for me when deciding to embark on a new life in Spain and indeed to start this, my very own podcast show When in Spain.I had the great pleasure of meeting up with them in Madrid to talk about their life in Spain and how the country has changed since Ben first arrived here twenty years ago to teach English. We talk about the ups and downs of bi-cultural and bilingual relationships, observations on Spanish life, the things we miss from back home and favourite places in Madrid. We also ask the questions does living in a foreign country change who we are? And is there a specific type of personality that's suited to building a life abroad?FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN📺Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Join the When in Spain Facebook Group. https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt📷Follow on Instagram to see photography from across Spain. https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJWANT TO SUPPORT WHEN IN SPAIN? 💚 Make a small donation $1-$5 via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wheninspainWHAT IS WHEN IN SPAIN?The When in Spain show is a weekly podcast show, recorded in Madrid (and other parts of Spain) where l talk about my ‘warts and all’ observations and insights on life and culture on the Iberian peninsular.In each episode of the podcast I cast an eye on everyday life, people, places, politics, culture and history and attempt to give an honest opinion from a Brit who has a love-frustration relationship with Spain. I shall attempt to dispel or indeed confirm Spanish stereotypes through my ramblings and see if I can delve into the Spanish psyche......................................................................................................................WHO THE HELL IS WHEN IN SPAIN?I'm Paul Burge, former BBC journalist, Hispanophile and Manchego lover. A Brit, born in Oxford and living in Spain for almost 5 years. I currently live in the centre of Madrid.

Spanish podcast pioneers, Ben Curtis, an Englishman from Oxford and Marina Diez, a native Madrileña have run the Notes in Spanish podcast since 2006 for all Spanish language learners. They also produced the Notes from Spain podcast series about Spanish life and culture. Ben and Marina and their podcasts were a huge inspiration for me when deciding to embark on a new life in Spain and indeed to start this, my very own podcast show When in Spain. I had the great pleasure of meeting up with them in Madrid to talk about their life in Spain and how the country has changed since Ben first arrived here twenty years ago to teach English. We talk about the ups and downs of bi-cultural and bilingual relationships, observations on Spanish life, the things we miss from back home and favourite places in Madrid. We also ask the questions does living in a foreign country change who we are? And is there a specific type of personality that's suited to building a life abroad? FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN 📺Subscribe on YouTube: <a href="https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL</a> 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Join the When in Spain Facebook Group. <a href="https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt</a> 📷Follow on Instagram to see photography from across Spain. <a href="https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJ</a> WANT TO SUPPORT WHEN IN SPAIN? 💚 Make a small donation $1-$5 via Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/wheninspain" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/wheninspain</a> WHAT IS WHEN IN SPAIN? The When in Spain show is a weekly podcast show, recorded in Madrid (and other parts of Spain) where l talk about my ‘warts and all’ observations and insights on life and culture on the Iberian peninsular. In each episode of the podcast I cast an eye on everyday life, people, places, politics, culture and history and attempt to give an honest opinion from a Brit who has a love-frustration relationship with Spain. I shall attempt to dispel or indeed confirm Spanish stereotypes through my ramblings and see if I can delve into the Spanish psyche. ..................................................................................................................... WHO THE HELL IS WHEN IN SPAIN? I'm Paul Burge, former BBC journalist, Hispanophile and Manchego lover. A Brit, born in Oxford and living in Spain for almost 5 years. I currently live in the centre of Madrid.

Ben Curtis and Marina Diez from Notes in Spanish – WIS017

In episode four of When in Spain I look at how to rent a room or apartment in Spain. The focus is on Spain’s four biggest cities, Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and Seville. Click on the player above to listen to the episode and hear all about my ups and downs of finding somewhere to rent in Madrid. In the podcast episode I look at when, and where to start your search. Price ranges and advice on things to watch out for.FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN📺Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Join the When in Spain Facebook Group. https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt📷Follow on Instagram to see photography from across Spain. https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJWANT TO SUPPORT WHEN IN SPAIN? 💚 Make a small donation $1-$5 via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wheninspainI’ve seen apartments/rooms like the one in the photo below described as ’boutique living’. Don’t fall for any shit. It’s dog eat dog out there.When should you start your search for a room or apartment?Well, if at all possible avoid looking in September/October. This is the time of year when everybody and their dog is looking. There are a few reasons for this. University students, Erasmus students and teachers starting the Auxiliares program along with many other English teachers all arrive ahead of the start of the academic year and frantically begin their house hunt. January can also be a busier time of year to find rental accommodation. Also, people who have secured a new job just before or during the summer tend to start their contracts in September. If they’re relocating from a different city they’ll also be lining up to view properties.How long will it take to get a roof over your head?Longer than you might think. My advice would be to allow yourself at least two or three weeks. It took me a few months to find somewhere I was happy with. It’s very unlikely that you’re going to find somewhere in just a few days.When should you look?June or July is a good bet. August, possibly. Although many landlords and people looking for housemates tend to go away on holiday during August. November is another good time to look, once things have quietened down a bit, although there may well be less availability. The spring is also a good bet, March – May.Where to conduct your online search…Here are a list of the most common property search websites in Spain.Idealista – The most popular site, many agencies tend to advertise here.Pisos.comMil Anuncios – A classifieds website for just about anything but also includes rooms and                                     apartmentsFotocasaBadi  – A bit like Airbnb and relatively new. Homeowners looking to rent out their spare                        room advertise on here. They tend to be quite fussy.Other options for conducting your searchLocutoriosLocutorios are small neighbourhood internet cafes/international calling points. They often sell mobile phone accessories and carry out repairs. Many of them have noticeboards that carry adverts for rooms and apartments in the local area. Locutorios are becoming less common, especially in city centres but you might get lucky.FlyersWalls and signposts are often plastered in flyers advertising properties, they’ll have a little tear-off phone number. Also, as you wander the street look up at balconies which often carry signs “Se Alquila’ For rent, and carry a phone number. Worth a try, especially as these are often posted by somebody from the ‘older’ generation let’s say, and who may not be internet savvy and therefore may be offering a bargain!AgenciesAgencies can take the legwork out of the search, especially if you’re short on time. However they are usually very expensive. Most people use agencies if they’re looking for an entire apartment and not sharing. One option is to find other like-minded sharers and go in on an apartment together.  You’ll usually end up paying at least one month’s rent in agency fees, money which you can kiss goodbye to.

In episode four of When in Spain I look at how to rent a room or apartment in Spain. The focus is on Spain’s four biggest cities, Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and Seville. Click on the player above to listen to the episode and hear all about my ups and downs of finding somewhere to rent in Madrid. In the podcast episode I look at when, and where to start your search. Price ranges and advice on things to watch out for. FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN 📺Subscribe on YouTube: <a href="https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL</a> 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Join the When in Spain Facebook Group. <a href="https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt</a> 📷Follow on Instagram to see photography from across Spain. <a href="https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJ</a> WANT TO SUPPORT WHEN IN SPAIN? 💚 Make a small donation $1-$5 via Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/wheninspain" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/wheninspain</a> I’ve seen apartments/rooms like the one in the photo below described as ’boutique living’. Don’t fall for any shit. It’s dog eat dog out there. When should you start your search for a room or apartment? Well, if at all possible avoid looking in September/October. This is the time of year when everybody and their dog is looking. There are a few reasons for this. University students, Erasmus students and teachers starting the Auxiliares program along with many other English teachers all arrive ahead of the start of the academic year and frantically begin their house hunt. January can also be a busier time of year to find rental accommodation. Also, people who have secured a new job just before or during the summer tend to start their contracts in September. If they’re relocating from a different city they’ll also be lining up to view properties. How long will it take to get a roof over your head? Longer than you might think. My advice would be to allow yourself at least two or three weeks. It took me a few months to find somewhere I was happy with. It’s very unlikely that you’re going to find somewhere in just a few days. When should you look? June or July is a good bet. August, possibly. Although many landlords and people looking for housemates tend to go away on holiday during August. November is another good time to look, once things have quietened down a bit, although there may well be less availability. The spring is also a good bet, March – May. Where to conduct your online search… Here are a list of the most common property search websites in Spain. Idealista – The most popular site, many agencies tend to advertise here. <a href="http://Pisos.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pisos.com</a> Mil Anuncios – A classifieds website for just about anything but also includes rooms and                                     apartments Fotocasa Badi  – A bit like Airbnb and relatively new. Homeowners looking to rent out their spare                        room advertise on here. They tend to be quite fussy. Other options for conducting your search Locutorios Locutorios are small neighbourhood internet cafes/international calling points. They often sell mobile phone accessories and carry out repairs. Many of them have noticeboards that carry adverts for rooms and apartments in the local area. Locutorios are becoming less common, especially in city centres but you might get lucky. Flyers Walls and signposts are often plastered in flyers advertising properties, they’ll have a little tear-off phone number. Also, as you wander the street look up at balconies which often carry signs “Se Alquila’ For rent, and carry a phone number. Worth a try, especially as these are often posted by somebody from the ‘older’ generation let’s say, and who may not be internet savvy and therefore may be offering a bargain! Agencies Agencies can take the legwork out of the search, especially if you’re short on time. However they are usually very expensive. Most people use agencies if they’re looking for an entire apartment and not sharing. One option is to find other like-minded sharers and go in on an apartment together.  You’ll usually end up paying at least one month’s rent in agency fees, money which you can kiss goodbye to.

Renting a room or apartment in Spain WIS004

Spain has fantastic public transport options that make it easy and comfortable to get around the the Iberian peninsular and it's islands. Spain is a big, rugged country and driving isn't always the quickest or most convenient option.That's why in this episode of the When in Spain show I look at how to around Spain on public transport. I examine the benefits of using Spain's national and regional train networks to get from city to city, including RENFE, Spain's national train operator. I also weigh-up more affordable alternatives such as regional and national bus services.If you're in more of a hurry, I explain the vast array of internal flights available between all of the major cities with numerous national and international airlines such as Iberia, Vueling and Ryanair. Once you've arrived in one of Spain's bigger cities, you'll need get around. I review the metro systems in Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Seville and Málaga. Along the way I talk destinations, prices and how to make bookings.Buen viaje!!Links to transport mentioned in the episode:TRAINS:http://www.renfe.com/ http://www.renfe.com/EN/viajeros/feve/index.html https://www.trenes.com/METRO:https://www.metromadrid.es/en https://www.crtm.es/billetes-y-tarifas/billetes-y-abonos/abono-transportes/abono-treinta-dias.aspx https://www.tmb.cat/en/barcelona/metro/lines https://www.metrovalencia.es/ https://metromalaga.es/en/ http://www.renfe.com/viajeros/cercanias/malaga/ http://www.metro-sevilla.es/enAIR:https://www.iberia.com/ https://www.iberiaexpress.com/en http://www.airnostrum.es/home.asp?idioma=2 https://www.aireuropa.com/en/flights https://www.vueling.com/en https://www.ryanair.com/gb/en/ https://www.volotea.com/en/ https://www.skyscanner.net/ https://www.rumbo.es/ FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN📺Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Join the When in Spain Facebook Group. https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt📷Follow on Instagram to see photography from across Spain. https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJWANT TO SUPPORT WHEN IN SPAIN? 💚 Make a small donation $1-$5 via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wheninspainWHAT IS WHEN IN SPAIN?The When in Spain show is a weekly podcast show, recorded in Madrid (and other parts of Spain) where l talk about my ‘warts and all’ observations and insights on life and culture on the Iberian peninsular.I cast an eye on everyday life, people, places, politics, culture and history and attempt to give an honest opinion from a Brit who has a love-frustration relationship with Spain. I shall attempt to dispel or indeed confirm Spanish stereotypes through my ramblings and see if I can delve into the Spanish psyche......................................................................................................................WHO THE HELL IS WHEN IN SPAIN?I'm Paul Burge, former BBC journalist, Hispanophile and Manchego lover. A Brit, born in Oxford and living in Spain for almost 5 years. I currently live in the centre of Madrid......................................................................................................................CONTACT wheninspain1@outlook.com

Spain has fantastic public transport options that make it easy and comfortable to get around the the Iberian peninsular and it's islands. Spain is a big, rugged country and driving isn't always the quickest or most convenient option. That's why in this episode of the When in Spain show I look at how to around Spain on public transport. I examine the benefits of using Spain's national and regional train networks to get from city to city, including RENFE, Spain's national train operator. I also weigh-up more affordable alternatives such as regional and national bus services. If you're in more of a hurry, I explain the vast array of internal flights available between all of the major cities with numerous national and international airlines such as Iberia, Vueling and Ryanair. Once you've arrived in one of Spain's bigger cities, you'll need get around. I review the metro systems in Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Seville and Málaga. Along the way I talk destinations, prices and how to make bookings. Buen viaje!! Links to transport mentioned in the episode: TRAINS: <a href="http://www.renfe.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.renfe.com/</a> <a href="http://www.renfe.com/EN/viajeros/feve/index.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.renfe.com/EN/viajeros/feve/index.html</a> <a href="https://www.trenes.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.trenes.com/</a> METRO: <a href="https://www.metromadrid.es/en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.metromadrid.es/en</a> <a href="https://www.crtm.es/billetes-y-tarifas/billetes-y-abonos/abono-transportes/abono-treinta-dias.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.crtm.es/billetes-y-tarifas/billetes-y-abonos/abono-transportes/abono-treinta-dias.aspx</a> <a href="https://www.tmb.cat/en/barcelona/metro/lines" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.tmb.cat/en/barcelona/metro/lines</a> <a href="https://www.metrovalencia.es/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.metrovalencia.es/</a> <a href="https://metromalaga.es/en/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://metromalaga.es/en/</a> <a href="http://www.renfe.com/viajeros/cercanias/malaga/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.renfe.com/viajeros/cercanias/malaga/</a> <a href="http://www.metro-sevilla.es/en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.metro-sevilla.es/en</a> AIR: <a href="https://www.iberia.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.iberia.com/</a> <a href="https://www.iberiaexpress.com/en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.iberiaexpress.com/en</a> <a href="http://www.airnostrum.es/home.asp?idioma=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.airnostrum.es/home.asp?idioma=2</a> <a href="https://www.aireuropa.com/en/flights" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.aireuropa.com/en/flights</a> <a href="https://www.vueling.com/en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.vueling.com/en</a> <a href="https://www.ryanair.com/gb/en/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ryanair.com/gb/en/</a> <a href="https://www.volotea.com/en/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.volotea.com/en/</a> <a href="https://www.skyscanner.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.skyscanner.net/</a> <a href="https://www.rumbo.es/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.rumbo.es/</a>   FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN 📺Subscribe on YouTube: <a href="https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL</a> 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Join the When in Spain Facebook Group. <a href="https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt</a> 📷Follow on Instagram to see photography from across Spain. <a href="https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJ</a> WANT TO SUPPORT WHEN IN SPAIN? 💚 Make a small donation $1-$5 via Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/wheninspain" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/wheninspain</a> WHAT IS WHEN IN SPAIN? The When in Spain show is a weekly podcast show, recorded in Madrid (and other parts of Spain) where l talk about my ‘warts and all’ observations and insights on life and culture on the Iberian peninsular. I cast an eye on everyday life, people, places, politics, culture and history and attempt to give an honest opinion from a Brit who has a love-frustration relationship with Spain. I shall attempt to dispel or indeed confirm Spanish stereotypes through my ramblings and see if I can delve into the Spanish psyche. ..................................................................................................................... WHO THE HELL IS WHEN IN SPAIN? I'm Paul Burge, former BBC journalist, Hispanophile and Manchego lover. A Brit, born in Oxford and living in Spain for almost 5 years. I currently live in the centre of Madrid. ..................................................................................................................... CONTACT wheninspain1@outlook.com

Trains, planes & automobiles – Transport in Spain WIS022

Let's hit the shops! Need a stamp? Run out of milk and everything's closed? Fancy some churros?I'll take a look at Spain's traditional shops, run through their names and admire how they continue to survive in the face of the big supermarket chains.I'll also talk about how to navigate Spain's sometimes frustrating opening hours and look at restaurants and bars if you're starving and it's only 5pm!FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN📺Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Join the When in Spain Facebook Group. https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt📷Follow on Instagram to see photography from across Spain. https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJWANT TO SUPPORT WHEN IN SPAIN? 💚 Make a small donation $1-$5 via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wheninspainAn old Madrid Butchers doorstep - now a barWHAT IS WHEN IN SPAIN?The When in Spain show is a weekly podcast show, recorded in Madrid (and other parts of Spain) where l talk about my ‘warts and all’ observations and insights on life and culture on the Iberian peninsular.In each episode of the podcast I cast an eye on everyday life, people, places, politics, culture and history and attempt to give an honest opinion from a Brit who has a love-frustration relationship with Spain. I shall attempt to dispel or indeed confirm Spanish stereotypes through my ramblings and see if I can delve into the Spanish psyche......................................................................................................................WHO THE HELL IS WHEN IN SPAIN?I'm Paul Burge, former BBC journalist, Hispanophile and Manchego lover. A Brit, born in Oxford and living in Spain for almost 5 years. I currently live in the centre of Madrid.

Let's hit the shops! Need a stamp? Run out of milk and everything's closed? Fancy some churros? I'll take a look at Spain's traditional shops, run through their names and admire how they continue to survive in the face of the big supermarket chains. I'll also talk about how to navigate Spain's sometimes frustrating opening hours and look at restaurants and bars if you're starving and it's only 5pm! FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN 📺Subscribe on YouTube: <a href="https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL</a> 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Join the When in Spain Facebook Group. <a href="https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt</a> 📷Follow on Instagram to see photography from across Spain. <a href="https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJ</a> WANT TO SUPPORT WHEN IN SPAIN? 💚 Make a small donation $1-$5 via Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/wheninspain" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/wheninspain</a> An old Madrid Butchers doorstep - now a bar WHAT IS WHEN IN SPAIN? The When in Spain show is a weekly podcast show, recorded in Madrid (and other parts of Spain) where l talk about my ‘warts and all’ observations and insights on life and culture on the Iberian peninsular. In each episode of the podcast I cast an eye on everyday life, people, places, politics, culture and history and attempt to give an honest opinion from a Brit who has a love-frustration relationship with Spain. I shall attempt to dispel or indeed confirm Spanish stereotypes through my ramblings and see if I can delve into the Spanish psyche. ..................................................................................................................... WHO THE HELL IS WHEN IN SPAIN? I'm Paul Burge, former BBC journalist, Hispanophile and Manchego lover. A Brit, born in Oxford and living in Spain for almost 5 years. I currently live in the centre of Madrid.

Shops, shopping Spanish style and opening hours – WIS014

Products that SCREAM spain! What are they?In this episode of When in Spain I take a walk around Madrid and try to identify 16 quintessential Spanish products, mostly food I have to admit! I also take a look at the stories and history behind the items on my Spanish shopping list.Join me on my shopping trip around traditional family-run shops, delicatessens, grocery stores and my local supermarket and see what items sum-up Spain for me...FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN...📺Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Join the When in Spain Facebook Group. https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt📷Follow on Instagram to see photography from across Spain. https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJWANT TO SUPPORT WHEN IN SPAIN? 💚 Make a small donation $1-$5 via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wheninspainWHAT IS WHEN IN SPAIN?The When in Spain show is a weekly podcast show, recorded in Madrid (and other parts of Spain) where l talk about my ‘warts and all’ observations and insights on life and culture on the Iberian peninsular.I cast an eye on everyday life, people, places, politics, culture and history and attempt to give an honest opinion from a Brit who has a love-frustration relationship with Spain. I shall attempt to dispel or indeed confirm Spanish stereotypes through my ramblings and see if I can delve into the Spanish psyche......................................................................................................................WHO THE HELL IS WHEN IN SPAIN?I'm Paul Burge, former BBC journalist, Hispanophile and Manchego lover. A Brit, born in Oxford and living in Spain for almost 5 years. I currently live in the centre of Madrid......................................................................................................................CONTACT wheninspain1@outlook.com

Products that SCREAM spain! What are they? In this episode of When in Spain I take a walk around Madrid and try to identify 16 quintessential Spanish products, mostly food I have to admit! I also take a look at the stories and history behind the items on my Spanish shopping list. Join me on my shopping trip around traditional family-run shops, delicatessens, grocery stores and my local supermarket and see what items sum-up Spain for me... FOLLOW WHEN IN SPAIN... 📺Subscribe on YouTube: <a href="https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2SOrKrL</a> 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Join the When in Spain Facebook Group. <a href="https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2CdDgWt</a> 📷Follow on Instagram to see photography from across Spain. <a href="https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/2D5p6IJ</a> WANT TO SUPPORT WHEN IN SPAIN? 💚 Make a small donation $1-$5 via Patreon: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/wheninspain" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/wheninspain</a> WHAT IS WHEN IN SPAIN? The When in Spain show is a weekly podcast show, recorded in Madrid (and other parts of Spain) where l talk about my ‘warts and all’ observations and insights on life and culture on the Iberian peninsular. I cast an eye on everyday life, people, places, politics, culture and history and attempt to give an honest opinion from a Brit who has a love-frustration relationship with Spain. I shall attempt to dispel or indeed confirm Spanish stereotypes through my ramblings and see if I can delve into the Spanish psyche. ..................................................................................................................... WHO THE HELL IS WHEN IN SPAIN? I'm Paul Burge, former BBC journalist, Hispanophile and Manchego lover. A Brit, born in Oxford and living in Spain for almost 5 years. I currently live in the centre of Madrid. ..................................................................................................................... CONTACT wheninspain1@outlook.com

Top Spanish products – A shopping list of food, drink, fashion & a mop

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