Monthly Archives: February 2012

Music in Catalan and Spanish for Your iPod: Scoop Approved

Osmosis. This is how I have learned about wine, and it is also how I (sometimes) practice Catalan and Spanish..
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Las Fallas In Valencia, Part 1: What To Expect

    While many know the Costa Blanca from Benidorm holidays and sun-drenched, sangria splashed summer vacations, there is more to this region of Spain than days on the beach. In fact, winter and early spring are good times to visit when Las Fallas, one of the most spectacular festivals in Spain, are on full [...]
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Pamplona Without The Bull

Running of the bulls? Is there more to Pamplona than this crazy, macho festival? Liz Carlson, our guest writer and expert in Northern Spain knows there are hidden charms and especially good food to add to the fame of this city.
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Spanish Spring Fling – Festivals in Spain March 2012

The devout gather along with those who haven't stepped into a church in years to view processions...
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The Scoop Interviews (no. 7): Mary D’Ambrosio, Journalist, Travel Website Owner

Worldly Mary D'Ambrosio is as diverse as her website. As a journalist, she also teaches journalism...
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Sagrada Familia: More Moo and No Meow – Antoni Gaudi

Antoni Gaudi was chief architect of Sagrada Familia, with dozens of animals and a facade that looks like a sand castle...
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Photo Friday: Where In Spain Is This?

Photo Friday: Where In Spain Is This?
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The Spice Girls – On a Granada Plaza

Catch the act of The Spice Girls selling cumin, saffron, and delicious teas.
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Sunday Market – Jerez

Jerez is located in the southern tip of Spain in Andalucia 15 minutes from the sea. One hour from Seville, the city is known for horses, flamenco, and sherry. Robin Graham, The Spain Scoop's guest writer and expert on southern Spain, offers an insider's take on shopping in Jerez at a flea market.
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Budget Stays in Expensive Barcelona. The Barcelona Hostel Experience.

Barcelona Hostels in the city center. Barcelona, Spain. Barcelona food and...
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VIDEO Scoop: The Two Minute Take on Messy Calçots!

It's that time of year again! Time to put on the bib and gloves and gain ten pounds! It's time for Calçots...
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The Scoop Interviews (no. 6): Jon Clarke, Editor, The Olive Press

The Rough Guide states that The Olive Press is the best English newspaper in Southern Spain...
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Animac – Catalunya’s Animation Festival in Lledia 2012

The Spain Scoop on Lleida is that this March 1-4, 2012, the city will host the international animation festival
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Where to See Flamenco in Barcelona, Spain

A couple songs later, another handsome man and a young woman takes the stage...
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Photo Friday: Where In Spain Is This?

The Scoop brings you shots from all over Spain. But can you 'name that place?'
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Where Everybody Knows Your Name – Not Lonely In Madrid

Every ex-pat gets the blues, misses family and friends and wonders what the hell were they thinking when they decided to move to a foreign culture.  Lauren Linzer, our guest writer and Madrid expert, writes about how she deals with feeling lonely.  Having your special places to go to are always a way to connect, as [...]
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Papabubble Candy Store: Apologies to Girlfriend Expert – Barcelona Shop

A fun candy store that can write a message into your candy at Papabubble Barcelona Shop...
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Sexy Barcelona Buys for Valentine’s

A Sexy Valentine's Day in Barcelona Spain is in your reach...
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Crazy Carnival In Cadiz

A band at Carnivale. Spain loves a good party, no matter how big or small. Carnival in Cadiz is one huge, noisey party that goes on for 10 days. Our guest writer and expert in Southern Spain, Christine Medina gives The Scoop on this wild, wacky event.
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Flamenco Festival – Barcelona Music and Sexiest Man In Spain

The passionate, soul dance flamenco will be on center stage for de cajon... .
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