Names of the U.S. states in Spanish

us state names spanish

How to say the state names in Spanish? How do you Sometimes it’s the little things that separate somebody from sounding like a novice Spanish speaker or a true expert. Somebody who hasn’t been speaking Spanish for very long might default to saying a proper noun (such as one of the United States in English). … Read more

Talking to the police in Spanish

how to talk to the cops in spanish

How to talk to the police in Spanish We all hope that it never happens – particularly while on vacation – but there may come a time when you’re traveling and you need to get the police involved. Maybe there’s an accident or an injury, maybe you’re the victim of a crime. It’s not extremely … Read more

Asking for (and offering) a ride in Spanish

ask for a ride in Spanish

How do you say “can you give me a ride” in Spanish? If you ever find yourself stranded and in need of a favor in a Spanish-speaking country, here’s how you request a ride. How to say “I need a ride” in Spanish? The word llevar is often used to give or offer a ride … Read more

Everything about coffee and breakfast in Spain

breakfast in Spain

Spanish breakfast One of the more surprising things that I learned during my study abroad experience in Spain was that breakfast was not considered a terribly important meal. Americans are ingrained with the idea that breakfast is “the most important meal of the day.” As the Spanish family I was living with put it – … Read more

How safe is Spain to visit?

Is Spain dangerous for tourists? If you are planning a trip to Spain, you may be wondering how safe it is for tourists. To answer this question, let’s look at some data from the Vision of Humanity. VoH is powered by research, data, and analysis by the world-renowned think tank, the Institute for Economics & … Read more

Gift ideas for your study abroad host family

gift ideas for study abroad host family

What are some good gift ideas for my host mother? You’re so excited to go on your new study abroad adventure! You pack the gear you need for a semester of travel and learning, you book your flights, you step off the plane, you’re ready to go. You walk into the home of the host … Read more

Can you get Uber in Spain?

uber in spain

Is Uber available in Spain? Finding yourself lost in a foreign country where you don’t speak the language can be both unnerving and terrifying. Even if you are able to find yourself a taxi cab, how are you going to tell the driver where you need to go? Convenient ride-hailing apps such as Uber have … Read more

What do I need to know about driving in Spain?

driving in Spain

Can tourists drive in Spain? Yes, absolutely! This article contains some useful tips and frequently asked questions about foreigners driving in Spain. What is the best way to get around in Spain? The AVE (Alta Velocidad, or high-speed train) connects most of the major cities in Spain, and is generally considered the easiest and cheapest … Read more